Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Dog Waits Five Years, Finally Finds Forever Home
After five years in a Penang shelter, Malindo finally found her forever home when a couple chose her over younger dogs, giving the aging dog the family she had longed for.
TEN LEE Marks 10-Year Career With Anniversary Concert Bash
Thai artist TEN LEE celebrates a decade-long music career with a three-night anniversary concert at BITEC Live Bangna from July 17–19, 2025, featuring collaborations with nine major Thai artists and world-class production.
Three Zodiac Signs Poised For Good News Soon
Dragon, Cancer, and Libra zodiac signs are entering a fortunate period with expected improvements in business, finance, and romance, supported by older women in their lives.
Sacred Buddha Image Attracts Devotees Seeking Swift Blessings
Devotees flock to Phra Chao Tan Jai, a sacred Buddha image at Wat Phra Brom Thad Ban Tak in Tak Province, believing it grants wishes with remarkable speed. The image must be sculpted and consecrated within 24 hours to hold its sacred power.
Buddhist Biography From Buddha's Own Words
Bhikkhu Buddhadasa's 724-page book traces the Buddha's life exclusively through his own words from the Pali Canon, presenting him as an awakened human rather than a supernatural figure. The work spans four sections from his birth through en
New Coins Honor Late Venerable Dhammachedee
Thailand has issued commemorative coins honoring Venerable Dhammachedee, a revered 19th-century Buddhist monk from Udon Thani who passed away in 1961 after 55 years of monastic practice. The bronze amulet coins feature his portrait on one s
Temple Honors Late Abbot's 16th Death Anniversary
Wat Khao Tao Khrao in Phetchaburi marks the 16th death anniversary of Luang Por Suk Sangkhosophon, a revered abbot who championed education and built schools across the district during his 60-year monastic career.
Pond and Phuwinart Return in Peach and Me Series
Actors Pond Naravit and Phuwinart Tangsakdiyuen reunite for "Peach and Me," a sequel following their characters' chaotic post-wedding life at a mansion, airing Saturdays on GMM25.
CJ MORE Launches Buy-One-Get-One Sale
CJ MORE launches a four-month buy-one-get-one promotion across over 500 products nationwide, running Fridays and Saturdays from June to September 2026 to help households manage rising expenses.
Singer Defends Comedian Noes Against Online Criticism
Singer Sukanya Migael defended comedian Noes Udom against online attacks, crediting his performances with emotionally sustaining her through divorce and hardship. She recalled how Noes personally arranged free tickets to his show when she c
Actor S Guntapong Seeks Amicable Family Settlement
Actor S Guntapong is pursuing mediation to resolve his custody dispute with his ex-wife, hoping to reach an amicable settlement that prioritizes his daughter's well-being over legal conflict.
Delivery Rider Slammed For Attacking Buddhist Monk
A delivery rider faced backlash after publicly criticizing a Chiang Mai temple monk who requested food consecration before accepting a meal, a practice required by Buddhist monastic discipline that the rider dismissed as unreasonable.