Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Social Media Drama: Employer Hits Back at Ex-Staff Criticism
Former employees sparked backlash after posting a TikTok about quitting their jobs for mental health reasons, prompting their ex-employer Tu Piyawadee to publicly challenge them to discuss work issues face-to-face on a follow-up video.
Actress Cherry Shares Running Journey, Dismisses Criticism
Actress Cherry Khamchumrus revealed she's intensified her fitness regimen after discovering her VO2 Max was only "good," progressing from running 1.5km to 5km without stopping in just six to seven weeks.
Thousands Seek Blessings at Auspicious Ritual in Chachoengsao
Thousands gathered at Don Thong Temple in Chachoengsao on September 5 to receive blessings from a revered monk during an auspicious ritual combining a Buddhist holy day with fortune-seeking ceremonies. Devotees participated in water and fac
Rural School Sends U15 Volleyball Team to National Championship
A rural Lopburi school with just 140 students is sending its U15 boys' volleyball team to the Prime Minister's Youth Cup, led by an art teacher and former competitive player. The remote school emphasizes sports alongside academics and sees
Racing and Traill FC Elevate Youth Football With Spanish Methods
Racing and Traill FC Academy is developing young Thai footballers aged 7–18 using Spanish methods that prioritize decision-making and game intelligence over basic skills, with a structured pathway emphasizing observation, positioning, and t
Sacred Amulets: Luang Pu Hian's Revered Buddha Pendants
Luang Pu Hian, a respected Buddhist master and former abbot in Kanchanaburi, created highly revered amulets including Buddha pendants and talismans that remain popular among collectors across Thailand. His most notable works include Phra So
Rising Star Yoshi Opens Up On Career Challenges And Life Goals
Transgender actress Yoshi Rinrada Turapan lands her first leading film role in cyberpunk horror movie "Rinrada" and a girl-love series this year, discussing her determination to prove herself as a serious actress despite industry challenges
Newly Formed Chaiyaphum Team Eyes Prime Minister's Youth Cup
Ban Thaen Wittaya School's three-year-old volleyball program is sending boys' and girls' U15 teams to the Prime Minister's Youth Cup, aiming to advance past the provincial round despite fierce Chaiyaphum competition.
Woman Exposes Man's Repeat Hitchhike Scam in Samut Sakhon
A woman in Samut Sakhon exposed a repeat scammer who poses as a stranded traveler seeking rides and money, after recognizing his deception when he used the same tricks on her twice with conflicting stories about his destination.
Celebrities Join Parents in Supporting Young Dancers at Thailand Challenge Cup
Parents and celebrities including Nongkul turned out to support young dancers at the Thailand Challenge Cup, with the team earning silver and parents sporting matching denim jackets to show their unified support.
Thai Celebrities Share Self-Care Tips, Launch Pickleball Event
Thai celebrities Masu Chariyangkul and Nike Nithidol shared self-care advice at an Aestema Group wellness event, emphasizing how exercise and rest build inner confidence. Attendees also tried pickleball and enjoyed wellness beverages in a r
Thai Influencers Complete Degrees While Recovering From Injuries
Thai content creators Teetee Wanpichit and Por Supakarn announced their degree completions at Disney Thailand Expo 2026, with Teetee finishing a management degree through online studies and Por nearing graduation next year despite recoverin