Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Exploring the Dharma Bookshelf – 'All Beings Follow Their Karma'
A new Buddhist text explores karma as a fundamental doctrine, explaining three types—unwholesome, wholesome, and karma-ending—that most practitioners misunderstand despite the Buddha's emphasis on liberation through the Noble Eightfold Path
New Release: Luang Pu Kalong Amulets from Khao Lam Temple
Renowned monk Luang Pu Kalong from Khao Lam Temple in Saraak Province created sacred amulets from 1957 to 2008, with his most popular 1998 "Wang Sombun Sub-District Coin" now highly sought by collectors for its spiritual power.
The Sixth Ariyaloka – Luang Pho Eia Kittigo, the Revered Abbot of Ban Dan Temple
Luang Pho Eia Kittigo, the revered abbot of Ban Dan Temple in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, was honored on the 121st anniversary of his death in May 2026. The respected scholar and healer, who ordained in 1922 and spent 52 years in monastic
Kong Saharath Surprised with Warm Birthday Celebration as KHUN Foundation and Partners Advance 'Young Environmental Guardian' Initiative
Singer Kong Saharath was celebrated on his birthday as KHUN Foundation launched the second year of its "Young Environmental Guardian" youth environmental program in partnership with schools and corporations. The initiative has already train
Mom and Mix Open Up: A 4-Year Rift Heals as Father Finally Understands His Son
After four years of silence over Mix's choice to pursue music instead of a career his father approved of, the family finally reconciles and understands his passion was rooted in love. The heartwarming moment airs on "Hit Tai Krua" this Sund
Bride Sets Out Two Empty Chairs at Wedding Ceremony, Guests in Tears After Learning Why
A Vietnamese bride honored her late parents by placing two empty decorated chairs at her wedding ceremony, moving guests to tears as she remembered her father who died in 2021 and mother two years later.
Phutthachai BUS Returns to Ice Hockey After 3 Years – Pim Reveals He Plays Because of His Older Brother
Celebrity brothers Phutthachai BUS and Pim Thanat return to competitive ice hockey after years away, with Pim crediting his older brother as inspiration for taking up the sport at the XPENG International Ice Hockey Cup 2026 in Thailand.
Cat Owner's Cautionary Tale: Vets Warn Against Giving Paracetamol to Pets—It Can Be Deadly
Veterinarians warn that paracetamol is deadly to cats and dogs, which cannot metabolize the drug; an elderly cat owner nearly killed their pet by giving it one tablet after noticing lethargy, though the cat recovered after emergency veterin
Tears Flow Throughout Ceremony as Bride's Daughter Calls Groom 'Dad' for the First Time
A bride surprised her new husband during their wedding ceremony when a recorded message from her daughter revealed she was finally calling him "Dad" for the first time, moving guests to tears.
Pro Makeup Artist Secrets: 12-Hour Long-Lasting Makeup with Lipstick and Powder Puff
Professional makeup artists in Thailand share techniques to keep makeup flawless for 12 hours using powder puff and lipstick, with key tips including lightweight skincare prep and a "press and tab" powder application method that prevents pa
Thai Health Foundation Mobilizes Nation to Combat NCDs with 25th Mindful Walking-Running Visakha Ceremony
Thailand's Health Foundation is organizing simultaneous mindful walking and running events across 70 locations on May 31 to combat sedentary behavior and non-communicable diseases, targeting 30,000 participants nationwide.
Pun Pun Shares Additional Tips on Worshipping Trimurti Statue for Love and Happiness—Not Waiting for a Prince Charming
Influencer Pun Pun Sutatta clarifies she's not actually spiritual, but sparked a viral Trimurti statue worship trend after sharing fortune-teller tips that she credits with finding her boyfriend. She advises people to stop waiting for perfe