Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
School Children Study Under Mango Trees After Building Demolished
Forty-one elementary students in Phichit Province's Sak Sai District were forced to study under mango trees after school officials demolished their 50-year-old classroom without securing replacement funding, prompting the governor to pledge
Lucky Numbers From Giant Centipede Before July 1 Lottery
Luck-seekers in Ang Thong Province consulted a giant centipede for lottery numbers ahead of Thailand's July 1 draw, with the creature selecting the digits 9-5-7 from numbered scrolls dropped into its burrow.
Thai Actress Pat Opens Luxury Home, Names Daughter After Herself
Thai actress Pat showcased her new luxury home with husband Pee Chanon on television, revealing the couple named their newborn daughter after Pat herself and addressing rumors about who funded the property purchase.
Thai Drama Series 'Game of Cons' Episodes 4-5 Air This Week
A con-artist gang orchestrates a boxing scheme to swindle a wealthy businessman in episodes 4-5 of Thai drama 'Game of Cons,' but their carefully laid plans unravel when their fighter loses his nerve in the ring.
Actress Karissa Says Yes to Surprise Proposal
Actress Karissa Springkett said yes to a surprise marriage proposal from boyfriend Ken Chongsuwat while hiking in America, sharing emotional photos and expressing her excitement about their engagement.
Devotees Flock To Golden Child Statue For Lottery Luck
Devotees crowded Khao Mai Daeng Temple in Chachoengsao on June 30 to seek lottery blessings from a golden child statue believed to bring fortune ahead of the July 1 draw. The sacred "Kumarn Khong" statue, created in 2020, allegedly reveals
Pond and Phuwin's Concert Sells Out All Three Shows
Thai actors Pond and Phuwin sold out all three shows of their Space Soul-dyssey Concert, with both stars pledging to deliver an exceptional fan experience while juggling filming for their upcoming special series.
Celebrity-Influencer Soccer Match Comes to Chainat
GULF-AIS brings celebrities and influencers to Chainat for a special football match against local clubs and youth teams on July 5, aiming to inspire young players and revive grassroots football in the region.
Pregnant Influencer Faridah Hospitalized, Returns to Livestream
Pregnant influencer Faridah was hospitalized with heavy bleeding after a June 29 TV reconciliation but returned to livestreaming after doctors confirmed the baby and mother were healthy.
Businesswoman Fulfills 10 Million Baht Vow, Hires Singer Tai Orrathai for Thank-You Concert at Naga Shrine as Lottery Numbers Revealed
A Bangkok businesswoman fulfilled a 10 million baht vow by hiring singer Tai Orrathai to perform at the Naga Shrine in Nakhon Phanom on June 29, drawing over 1,000 fans to her gratitude ceremony. During the blessing ritual, incense ash reve
Phutthon Students Claim Three Titles at 2569 Bridge Sports Inter-School Championship
Three schools swept the 2569 Inter-School Bridge Sports Championship held in Pathum Thani, with Ban Wang Daeng, Watchrawitthaya, and Sangkhomwittaya winning the under-12, under-15, and under-18 titles respectively among over 200 student com
Unique 'Flying Garuda' Sculpture Discovered at Ang Thong Temple Hall
A rare "Flying Garuda" sculpture discovered at Sri Maha Pho Temple in Ang Thong depicts the mythical bird in an unprecedented soaring pose, unlike traditional seated or standing representations. The 60-70-year-old stucco artwork, created by