Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Revered Buddhist Monk Luang Por Nard of Kanchanaburi Passes
Luang Por Nard Nakasenai, a venerated Buddhist scholar-monk and abbot of Sri Loha Rat Bamrung Temple in Kanchanaburi, has passed away at age 86 after dedicating over five decades to Buddhist learning, meditation, and community development.
Foundation Donates School and Sports Supplies to Sakon Nakhon Students
Pure Heart Foundation donated school supplies and sports equipment to two schools in Sakon Nakhon province, with support from multiple corporate partners coordinating through the "Fulfill Dreams with Heart for Children" program.
Andy Shares Mysterious Moment Before Friend's Memorial Ceremony
Singer Andy Khemapimuk reported experiencing a mysterious nudge at a concert, which he believes was his late friend Tae Thamman warning him not to drink before driving to a memorial ceremony at sea in Sattahip.
Actress Top Mourns Beloved 'Uncle Win,' Popular Social Media Grandfather
Actress Daraneenanuch mourned Erwin, known as "Uncle Win," whose multi-generational friendship with her family spanned from her father's era to her own. The beloved grandfather, who became a social media sensation through his great-grandson
Phuket Foundation Honors Spirits of Unclaimed Dead
PHUKET: Kusoldharm Phuket Foundation held one of its annual ‘Te Krajard’ merit-making ceremonies yesterday (Aug 17) to dedicate merit to the spirits of unclaimed and homeless dead.
Thai Actress Nameuan Loses Pregnancy at Nine Weeks
Thai actress Nameuan Kannapahorn has shared her experience of losing her pregnancy at nine weeks, discovering during a routine ultrasound that the baby's heartbeat had stopped despite no prior complications. She had planned to announce the
Thai Actress Injured After Competing in Hyrox Fitness Race
Thai actress Janistar suffered severe injuries competing in the Hyrox hybrid fitness race and warned others to prepare properly, sharing painful physical therapy footage to highlight the risks of inadequate training.
Actor Builds New Home for Gen-Z Kids, Embraces 'Supportive Dad' Role
Actor Somchai Khemkla built a new three-storey home for his Gen-Z children, who wanted separate rooms to decorate according to their preferences, while he embraces supporting their interests from concert tickets to celebrity crushes.
Skincare Influencer Films Full Routine During Movie Sparks Etiquette Row
A skincare influencer with 2 million followers sparked an online debate after filming a complete beauty routine—including masks, creams, and snacks—during a packed movie theater screening, with critics calling it disruptive while others def
Luang Pho Dit Amulet Holds Rare Place in Thai Buddhist History
Luang Pho Dit Tisso, a celebrated World War II-era monk at Ampawan Temple in Nonthaburi, originated rare protective amulets featuring paired catfish designs and created first-edition medals in 1966 that are now extremely scarce.
Venerable Luang Pho Nge, Revered Monk of Ban Pai Tia
Luang Pho Nge, the revered abbot of Ban Pai Tia Temple in Samut Sakhon, died in 1968 after 34 years leading the monastery and becoming renowned for creating sacred amulets, particularly his famous Phra Somdej talismans.
TV Host Bam Delighted as Toddler Says First Word: 'Papa'
TV host Bam celebrated his toddler's first word—"papa"—as the nearly 15-month-old hits developmental milestones while the presenter balances parenting duties solo without hired help.