Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Actress Min Ordains as Buddhist Nun at Father's Temple
Actress Min Ratawan Omthaisong, known for the series Thong Nuea Kao, ordained as a Buddhist nun at Apatharo Monastery in Nakhon Ratchasima on July 1, where her father has spent four Lenten periods.
Foundation Selects Young Khon Dancers Nationwide for 2026
A royal foundation is casting dancers aged 15-25 across Thailand for a Khon performance of Ramakien scheduled for late 2026, with auditions set for early July at a Bangkok-area university.
Japanese Mother Uses AI to Imagine Son's Adult Life
A Japanese mother used AI to imagine her son's adult life after he died at age 6, with online collaborators creating images showing him growing up, getting married, and becoming a father—fulfilling her wish to see how he might have develope
Commemorative Medal Honors Luang Pu Ka's 97th Birthday
A commemorative medal honors the 97th birthday of Luang Pu Ka Kandhayo, a respected abbot of Wat Bodhi Chai in Nakhon Phanom who passed away in 1977 after 75 years of monastic life dedicated to teaching Buddhist discipline and Dharma.
Revered Thai Buddhist Amulets Showcase Sacred History
Revered Thai monks created highly valued Buddhist amulets and sacred objects throughout the 20th century, with notable examples including medals commissioned in 1974 by respected abbots from temples across Thailand to commemorate spiritual
Daily Horoscope: Fortune And Misfortune For All Signs
A daily horoscope for all zodiac signs forecasts mixed fortunes for Friday, July 3, 2026, with Aries warned of financial stress while other signs face varying challenges in relationships, work, and finances.
Sek Loso Returns With Rebirth Concert
Thai rock legend Sek Loso made his long-awaited return at "Rebirth" concert in Bangkok, performing hits spanning his career with special guest appearances from his son and fellow musician Om Cocktail.
Visiting Highland Karen Elders in Doi Tao Village
The Karen Poi Plong people of Lai Kaew village in Chiang Mai's highlands have maintained their traditional ways for generations despite modernization bringing roads, motorcycles, and cash economies to their once-isolated community. Village
Thai Influencers Meet Future In-Laws In Sweet Moment
Thai influencer couple Noes Udom and Yo Arunee met his mother in a livestreamed home visit that delighted fans with playful banter about marriage plans and their quirky farm life together.
Four Failed Local Government Exam Candidates Absent, No Corruption Found
Four candidates failed to report for local government positions in Nakhon Ratchasima on July 1, with officials confirming no exam fraud was involved—two chose police careers instead, one cited illness, and one had incomplete documents.
Actress Bua Sets Wedding Date For Year-End
Thai actress Bua Nalinthip plans to marry late this year and is halfway through wedding preparations, preferring a simple dress style over elaborate designs.
Man Breaks 40-Year Silence on Childhood Trauma
A podcast guest breaks 40 years of silence about childhood abuse, urging adults to listen when children disclose trauma and emphasizing that survivors—not perpetrators—should speak out.