Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Sacred Amulet Coins Honor Revered Buddhist Monks
Sacred amulet coins commemorate revered Buddhist monks across Thailand, with highly sought versions honoring Luang Pho Yid, Luang Pho Thong Suk, and Luang Pho Khom featuring their portraits and spiritual imagery. These devotional pieces, cr
Revered Buddhist Monk Luang Pho Hun Honored at Wat Jet Samian
Luang Pho Hun Phutthasaro, a revered Buddhist scholar and abbot of Wat Jet Samian in Ratchaburi Province for 28 years, passed away in 1974 after dedicating 52 years to monastic service and teaching.
From Orphan to Miss Universe Saraburi: Jenny's Inspiring Journey
Miss Universe Saraburi Jenny shared her inspiring journey from childhood abuse and isolation to finding family through the pageant program and her mentor Morphine. The program director emphasized that the competition focuses on supporting c
Thai Youth Khon Master Brings Ancient Dance to Global Stage
An 18-year-old Thai-American-Danish student has become a rising khon master, performing Thailand's ancient masked dance on global stages including before Britain's Princess Royal and African leaders.
Thosapol Himphan Proud as Daughter Carries On Luk Thung Legacy
Thosapol Himphan, the "father of Khaen music," has launched a traditional Luk Thung ensemble featuring his 12-year-old daughter Pak Boong, who has been performing the classic music since age three and now carries on her father's legacy.
Entrepreneur Sena Hoy Launches New Noodle Brand
Entrepreneur Sena Hoy has launched Hosomi, a matcha and bagel café at Bangkok's Maruay Plaza, while preparing to reenter the noodle market with a new restaurant concept following his departure from Bua Lai Tom Yum Noodles.
Black Panthers, Eagles, Mambas Dominate JB League Youth Opener
Black Panthers, Electric Eagles, and Midnight Mambas dominated the Junior Ballers League's V division opening weekend at DLTS International School, with the three former champions securing decisive victories in their debut matches on August
Ranong Communities Rally to Protect Natural Resources and Coastal Ways
Ranong communities mobilized 80 residents across eight subdistricts to protect coastal and marine resources from development projects, holding a conservation event at Ao Khai Beach that included nature workshops and a declaration to safegua
Landlord Turns Blind Eye to Tenant's Rule-Breaking
A Ko Lanta rental owner discovered a tenant secretly keeping a kitten in violation of the no-pets policy but chose to ignore the violation after finding the animal during a bathroom repair.
Prince of Songkhla University Holds 7th PSU Bazaar Festival
Prince of Songkhla University held its seventh PSU Bazaar festival on August 1–2 at its Hat Yai campus, featuring over 50 vendors, educational workshops, and entertainment to promote student entrepreneurship and community engagement. The lo
Deputy Mayor Credits Monk for Lottery Luck, Wins 32 Tickets
A Nong Hiang deputy mayor credited a revered monk's blessing for winning 32 lottery tickets and donated 100,000 baht to the temple in gratitude. He also narrowly missed a 60-million-baht jackpot with tickets that came within two digits of t
Rare Buddhist Amulet of Somdet Phra Sangharaja Documented
A rare first-edition medal commemorating Somdet Phra Sangharaja's 65th birthday in 1923 has been documented, one of only approximately 1,000 pieces cast featuring decorative phoenix motifs and Khmer inscriptions. The article also highlights