Koh Lanta Community News — Events & Island Life
Book Review: Ten Zen Tales and Ten Zen Riddles
Bhikkhu Buddhadasa's collection pairs ten Zen tales with ten riddles designed to teach Buddhist ethics and encourage sudden insight through simple yet profound storytelling techniques.
Maha Sarakham Unveils Memorial Coins for Sao Ha Festival
Maha Sarakham Municipality created limited-edition commemorative coins featuring Buddha in the teaching pose to support the Sao Ha festival and local scholarships. The coins were ceremonially blessed by respected monks in June 2026.
Uttaradit Honors Revered Monk Luang Pho Chan 47 Years After His Death
Uttaradit Province honors Luang Pho Chan Khosokhit on the 47th anniversary of his death, remembering the revered scholar-monk who devoted his life to studying Pali, Sanskrit, and Khmer texts at Wat Had Song Khwae in Tron District.
From Beauty Queen to Entrepreneur: Muay Fighter Cat Launches Skin Tone-Up Line
Police Major Dr. Atittaya Benjapak, known as Muay Fighter Cat, launches a new body tone-up cosmetic line tailored for Thai skin, enlisting fashion icon Jeena Wiraya and singer Benz Prik Thai as co-presenters.
Megabangna Opens International 3x3 Basketball Court
Megabangna Shopping Centre launches Thailand's largest professional 3x3 basketball league in August 2026, with top teams competing for spots at the Osaka playoffs and a prize pool exceeding 1 million baht. The venue also hosts free coaching
Expert: Money Alone Won't Guarantee Fertility Success
Wealth doesn't guarantee fertility success; physical readiness through proper lifestyle—sleep, nutrition, exercise, and stress management—is the critical foundation that medical technology alone cannot overcome.
Thai Actress Shares Motherhood Joy as Daughter Returns from Boston
Thai actress Tay Chutima reunited with her daughter Pipim after the 10-year-old completed a course in Boston, sharing how she counted down the days during their months apart and cried missing her during video calls.
Lampang to Host Thai Charm Music Festival
LAM Sip & Sound: Thai Charm - Feel All The Feelings @ Lampang Province Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9, 2026 (1:00 PM – 5:00 PM)Baan Phraya Suren by Madame Musur Saturday, August...
Jirithai Shop Owner Apologizes, Ends Social Media Dispute
Jirithai clothing brand owner Ms. Supitcha apologized for heated social media exchanges in a dispute with her ex-husband over business ownership, denying infidelity claims and explaining she reclaimed the shop after discovering his disparag
Former Cop Johnny Mo Opens Official Muay Thai Gym
Former police officer Johnny Mo has officially registered Johnny Muay Thai Gym in Ubon Ratchathani, with experienced trainer Amnat Ruenreung leading operations. The facility aims to develop young boxers and prepare them for championship com
Contemporary Art Exhibition Opens at GMS ART FEST 2026
Beneath the Currents of Memory Exhibition Beneath the Currents of Memory is a contemporary art exhibition held as part of GMS ART FEST 2026: Greater Mekong Subregion Contemporary Art Festival. Runnin...
Ban Phe Charity Muay Thai Event Set for August
Charity Muay Thai Event "Ban Phe Unity Fight" The "Ban Phe Unity Fight" Charity Muay Thai Event will take place on 7-8 August 2026 from 6:00 p.m. at the temporary boxing ring at Samruat Nawa Shrine, ...