https://lanta.news Daily, independent English-language news for Koh Lanta and the Andaman coast of southern Thailand. en Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:31:35 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/b59a33f3-7c5f-40e2-9228-75574160f232 Brazil's Carlo Ancelotti benched Neymar during a 2-1 World Cup knockout win over Japan, keeping the star forward available for potential extra time while the team controlled the match. https://lanta.news/articles/b59a33f3-7c5f-40e2-9228-75574160f232 National Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:31:35 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/5bbcc540-53db-44b3-a800-461388800590 Russia launched coordinated missile and drone attacks across Ukraine on June 29, killing at least 12 civilians in strikes on cities including Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, and Kharkiv. https://lanta.news/articles/5bbcc540-53db-44b3-a800-461388800590 Breaking Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:30:59 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/7cd7e082-c64f-4897-9108-83cc8d77ab5d Brazilian striker Matheus Kuniya silenced Japan's Kento Shioji by holding up five fingers after Brazil's 2-1 World Cup victory, referencing his nation's five previous titles. https://lanta.news/articles/7cd7e082-c64f-4897-9108-83cc8d77ab5d National Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:30:20 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/6aa1173b-2bc9-470e-9dd4-383bc61350ac Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gili saved two penalties to eliminate four-time champion Germany in a World Cup 2026 Round of 32 shootout, securing his nation's first-ever knockout-stage victory after the teams drew 1-1 through extra time. https://lanta.news/articles/6aa1173b-2bc9-470e-9dd4-383bc61350ac National Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:23:26 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/0a4d7193-1071-4b72-9a81-8d5945e68757 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. https://lanta.news/articles/0a4d7193-1071-4b72-9a81-8d5945e68757 Community Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:14:47 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/db81cf9c-6413-4358-a9ee-d16a3892547a Tennis star Naomi Osaka wore a traditional white kimono for her opening match at Wimbledon, defeating France's Elsa Jacquemot while honoring her Japanese heritage and drawing inspiration from Kill Bill's Lucy Liu. https://lanta.news/articles/db81cf9c-6413-4358-a9ee-d16a3892547a Tourism Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:53:58 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/thailand-weather-bureau-issues-eighth-heavy-rain-alert Thailand's Meteorological Department issued its eighth heavy rain alert through July 3, warning of intense rainfall in the eastern and southern regions with risk of flash flooding, while strong winds will create waves exceeding 3 meters in https://lanta.news/articles/thailand-weather-bureau-issues-eighth-heavy-rain-alert Weather Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:44:43 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/japan-midfielder-kamada-more-work-needed-for-world-cup-glory Japan midfielder Daichi Kamada says the team needs significant improvement in player quality and development after losing to Brazil in the 2026 World Cup round of 32, but remains confident the nation can eventually win the championship. https://lanta.news/articles/japan-midfielder-kamada-more-work-needed-for-world-cup-glory National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:44:24 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/germany-knocked-out-on-penalties-by-paraguay Germany's four-time World Cup champions were eliminated on penalties by Paraguay 5-4 in the Round of 32 on June 30, despite equalizing Kai Havertz's goal in a tightly contested Massachusetts match. https://lanta.news/articles/germany-knocked-out-on-penalties-by-paraguay Breaking Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:32:26 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/six-dead-in-german-youth-center-shooting A gunman opened fire at a youth welfare center in Stade, Germany on June 29, killing at least six people; two suspects have been arrested as investigators work to determine the motive. https://lanta.news/articles/six-dead-in-german-youth-center-shooting Police Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:30:13 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/casemiro-explains-brazil-s-victory-over-japan Brazil advanced to the 2026 World Cup Round of 16 after defeating Japan 2-1, with midfielder Casemiro crediting the team's composure and second-half dominance for the narrow victory. https://lanta.news/articles/casemiro-explains-brazil-s-victory-over-japan National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:03:24 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/son-heung-min-apologizes-for-south-korea-s-world-cup-exit Son Heung-Min issued an emotional apology after South Korea's elimination from the 2026 World Cup group stage, pleading with fans to offer support rather than criticism as the team seeks redemption. https://lanta.news/articles/son-heung-min-apologizes-for-south-korea-s-world-cup-exit National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:59:37 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/51-provinces-face-heavy-rain-across-thailand Heavy rain is expected across 51 Thai provinces over the next 24 hours, with the Northeast, Eastern, and Southern regions facing particularly intense downpours as southwest monsoon winds strengthen over the Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand. https://lanta.news/articles/51-provinces-face-heavy-rain-across-thailand Weather Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:55:46 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/lewandowski-joins-chicago-fire-on-free-transfer Elite striker Robert Lewandowski has joined Chicago Fire on a free transfer after leaving Barcelona, signing through the 2027-28 season pending visa and transfer clearance. https://lanta.news/articles/lewandowski-joins-chicago-fire-on-free-transfer National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:00:11 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/former-kuankalong-subdistrict-mayor-flees-country Former Kuankalong Subdistrict mayor has fled Thailand after courts approved arrest warrants for allegedly defrauding 16 job applicants by claiming he could rig civil service exams in Satun Province. https://lanta.news/articles/former-kuankalong-subdistrict-mayor-flees-country Police Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:41:58 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/brazil-advances-despite-early-japan-goal Brazil came from behind to defeat Japan 2-1 in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32 on June 29, advancing to the knockout stage despite conceding an early goal. https://lanta.news/articles/brazil-advances-despite-early-japan-goal National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:14:32 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/south-korea-deploys-160-police-for-team-s-world-cup-return South Korea will deploy 160 police officers at Incheon Airport when its national team returns from the 2026 World Cup after a disappointing group-stage elimination, amid threats against head coach Hong Myung-bo. https://lanta.news/articles/south-korea-deploys-160-police-for-team-s-world-cup-return Police Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:49:09 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/nakhon-ratchasima-leads-nation-in-drowning-deaths Nakhon Ratchasima province recorded 79 drowning deaths in the first half of 2025, the highest in Thailand, prompting authorities to launch prevention programs targeting children who lack swimming skills and supervision. https://lanta.news/articles/nakhon-ratchasima-leads-nation-in-drowning-deaths National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:35:42 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/brazil-beats-japan-in-world-cup-thriller Brazil defeated Japan 2-1 in a thrilling 2026 World Cup Round of 32 match in Houston, with substitute Gabriel Martinelli scoring the winner in stoppage time to send the five-time champions through to the next round. https://lanta.news/articles/brazil-beats-japan-in-world-cup-thriller Breaking Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:03:11 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/british-american-tobacco-company-plans-to-lay-off-5-500-employees BAT is cutting 5,500 jobs—about a fifth of its workforce—by year-end as cigarette demand declines and the company shifts investment toward smoke-free nicotine alternatives like e-cigarettes and pouches. https://lanta.news/articles/british-american-tobacco-company-plans-to-lay-off-5-500-employees National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:26:09 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/uruguay-media-reveals-national-team-doctor-concealed-high-fever-from Uruguay's medical staff concealed that goalkeeper Fernando Muslera had a high fever before he played in a crucial World Cup match against Spain on June 26, leading to errors that contributed to the team's elimination from the tournament. https://lanta.news/articles/uruguay-media-reveals-national-team-doctor-concealed-high-fever-from National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:16:08 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/rung-khao-stuns-austrian-to-reach-wimbledon-round-2-faces-world-no-1 Thai tennis player Rung Khao, 21, upset Austrian Lilly Tackett 2-1 to reach her first Wimbledon second round at the 2026 tournament in England. She'll face world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka next, with 5.5 million baht in prize money at stake. https://lanta.news/articles/rung-khao-stuns-austrian-to-reach-wimbledon-round-2-faces-world-no-1 National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:12:53 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/king-and-queen-participate-in-official-state-reception-during-france Thailand's King and Queen were received by French President Macron at Paris's Hôtel des Invalides on the second day of an official state visit to France, with a state dinner planned for the evening. https://lanta.news/articles/king-and-queen-participate-in-official-state-reception-during-france National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:56:18 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/article-2026-06-29 Princess Sirivannavari Nariratana wore traditional Thai attire at an official state reception at Les Invalides in Paris, one of France's most prestigious military monuments. https://lanta.news/articles/article-2026-06-29 National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 17:35:11 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/shocking-incident-red-plated-mercedes-crashes-into-multiple-vehicles A red-plated Mercedes rammed multiple vehicles on Srivara Road on June 29, striking at least five to six cars in succession during school hours before police intervened. The driver claimed he lost control after an argument with his girlfrie https://lanta.news/articles/shocking-incident-red-plated-mercedes-crashes-into-multiple-vehicles Police Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:45:57 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/czech-republic-coach-miroslav-kobe-resigns-after-group-stage Czech Republic coach Miroslav Kobeк resigned after the team's winless group stage exit from the 2026 World Cup, citing criticism over his defensive tactics and media pressure following a disastrous campaign that yielded just one point. https://lanta.news/articles/czech-republic-coach-miroslav-kobe-resigns-after-group-stage National Mon, 29 Jun 2026 16:35:22 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/suvarnabhumi-airport-clarifies-x-ray-system-operating-normally Suvarnabhumi Airport clarified that its baggage X-ray system operates normally and is designed to detect explosives, after a Thai crew member was arrested in Australia with drugs in their luggage. The airport emphasized it coordinates with https://lanta.news/articles/suvarnabhumi-airport-clarifies-x-ray-system-operating-normally Police Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:50:53 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/teacher-arrested-for-sexually-abusing-middle-school-girl-for-years A Chiang Mai school teacher has been arrested for sexually abusing a middle school student over a year, forcing her to send explicit videos and causing severe psychological trauma. The girl's family reported the case to the Pueying Foundati https://lanta.news/articles/teacher-arrested-for-sexually-abusing-middle-school-girl-for-years Police Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:45:06 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/rescue-of-first-grade-girl-abused-by-methamphetamine-addicted-mother A seven-year-old girl in Khon Kaen was rescued after her methamphetamine-addicted mother kicked her down stairs and burned her hand with a lighter; the mother is now in custody receiving addiction treatment. https://lanta.news/articles/rescue-of-first-grade-girl-abused-by-methamphetamine-addicted-mother Police Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:44:05 GMT https://lanta.news/articles/police-rescue-chinese-man-victimized-by-call-center-scam-gang Thai police rescued a Chinese man trapped by an international call center scam gang that had already extorted approximately 10 million baht from him and demanded additional ransom from his father. https://lanta.news/articles/police-rescue-chinese-man-victimized-by-call-center-scam-gang Police Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:15:19 GMT