Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Football Club Challenges School Over Cancelled Sports Agreement
Thitichot Pengthawaraporn, president of the Buddhirangsibun Football Club, has appealed to Thailand’s Education Minister after Buddhirangsibun School cancelled a memorandum of understanding that promoted student football. The club alleges the cancellation breaches the agreement, claims it has made major investments in equipment and facilities, and demands the deal be reinstated. It seeks a review and compensation for alleged losses.
Thai Influencer Gib Announces Husband's Sudden Death on Her Birthday
Thai influencer Gib announced the sudden death of her husband, Doctor Finn, on her birthday after 16 years together. Fans expressed shock and condolences, noting he died of a heart attack while she was in Nakhon Ratchasima arranging personal affairs.
Suratthani Rajabhat University Announces Four-Regional Loy Krathong Festival 2026
Suratthani Rajabhat University announced it will host the Four-Regional Loy Krathong Festival from November 14 to 24, 2026 at its Cultural Studies Center. The festival will feature light-and-sound performances, Southern Thai artists, free concerts, vendor stalls, and contests for Nang Nopphamat and krathongs. Organizers say the event aims to preserve Thai traditions, promote community participation, and boost the local economy.
True Corp Delivers Relief Packages to Flood-Hit Bang Nam Phet
True Corporation has teamed up with the Do Good Foundation to deliver relief packages to flood‑hit residents of Bang Nam Phet in Chachoengsao province. The packages contain food, water and other essentials, while True’s engineers keep telecom networks operational in the flooded area. Officials say the effort aims to ease daily hardships and keep people connected during the crisis.
MoNRE Shuts Ladkrabang Flood Shelter, Returns Residents Home
Natural Resources and Environment Minister Suchat Chomglin announced the closure of the Ladkrabang temporary flood shelter on October 9, 2025, after residents were safely returned home. Ministry staff provided continuous assistance from the flood's onset, delivering food, water, medical transport, and shelter. Cleanup and recovery efforts are now underway, with over 90 officials and 100 volunteers clearing debris and restoring the community.
LEO Backs Nakamura With Tiger Shorts for Oct 10 Fight
LEO Soda Water has signed a one‑year sponsorship deal with Japanese Muay Thai fighter Kan Nakamura, who will wear tiger‑print shorts in his upcoming super fight. Nakamura will face Igor Bikerov for the Ratchadamnoen Stadium 135‑pound title at the RWS Knocktoberfest event on October 10 in Bangkok. He says the sponsorship and new attire will help him aim for a knockout victory and another championship belt.
14-Year-Old Girl Donates Organs, Eyes to Save Lives
A 14‑year‑old girl from Kalasin province donated her liver, both kidneys, a heart valve and both corneas after her passing, earning praise from the Thai Red Cross Society. Her story was shared on the Red Cross Facebook page on October 9, 2026, where it spread widely online, inspiring many to consider organ donation. The Red Cross honored her generosity and urged the public to register as donors.
Teen Claims 15-Minute Death After Drug Overdose, Shares Experience
A 19-year-old Thai man claims he was clinically dead for 15 minutes after a drug overdose, describing the experience as a deep, empty sleep without any light or presence. He says his brother performed CPR until paramedics arrived, after an initial naloxone mistake delayed resuscitation. After weeks in a coma and rehabilitation, he has returned to work and warns others about the dangers of drugs.
Khwan Usamanee Condemns Child Abandoning Mother, Aids Flood Relief
Actress Khwan Usamanee criticized the abandonment of elderly parents by their children, saying the act shows a lack of humanity and belief in karma. She also described her recent flood‑relief efforts, noting she bought a brand‑new car with cash to aid rescue work and shared a touching story of receiving a Kitty keychain from a victim. Khwan emphasized that helping others is part of her upbringing, citing her police officer father and mother’s teachings.
SONRAY MUSIC Announces First Combined Concert for August 2027
SONRAY MUSIC has announced its first joint concert, THE 1ST SONRAY MUSIC CONCERT, scheduled for August 2027 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. The event will feature headline acts BUS because of you i shine and DICE, along with the trainee group 9214KIDS preparing for debut. Further details about the concert will be released later.
Nok Sinjai's First Fan Meeting Sells Out In Nine Minutes
Thai actress Nok Sinjai announced that tickets for her inaugural fan meeting sold out in just nine minutes. She also updated fans on her recovering ankle injury, saying she expects to be ready for her upcoming stage play. The fan meeting, set for January next year, will also raise funds to buy medical equipment for border hospitals.
Thai Singer Tilermint Releases New Song 'Safe Zone' Tonight
Fans flooded social media ahead of the 5 p.m. release of Tilermint Matimun's new song 'Kiss (Safe Zone),' pushing the hashtag #5PMHasTilermintsKiss to the top of Thailand's X trends. The track serves as the official OST for the series 'Mr. Fanboy' and highlights the singer‑actor's growing popularity. Tilermint, a 28‑year‑old Chiang Mai University graduate and nephew of Police General Weerat Khlinkasorn, is set to drop the song on YouTube's DMD Music channel.