Samantha Rose

Samantha Rose

Samantha was a successful freelance journalist who worked with international news organisations before joining Thaiger. With a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from London, her global perspective on news and current affairs is influenced by her days in the UK, Singapore, and across Thailand. She now covers general stories related to Thailand.
  • China NewsChinese couple’s liver cancer linked to expired milk drinking

    Chinese couple’s liver cancer linked to expired milk drinking

    A retired couple from Guangdong province, China, were both diagnosed with liver cancer despite consuming a healthy diet and drinking a glass of milk daily. Health experts identify common dietary mistakes that many people make, thinking they are safe. The couple, devoted to maintaining their health post-retirement, included a daily glass of milk and nutritious foods in their routine. However,…

  • Crime NewsBangkok police arrest woman for 5 million baht fraud scheme

    Bangkok police arrest woman for 5 million baht fraud scheme

    Police in Bangkok have apprehended, a 44 year old woman, a key figure in a large-scale fraud case. She is accused of luring victims into a high-interest investment scheme, resulting in losses exceeding 5 million baht. Pimpapatsorn, a prominent recruiter in the scheme, enticed numerous individuals with promises of high returns and special perks, including international travel. Victims were threatened…

  • Thailand NewsBoy saved after hanging attempt in Nakhon Ratchasima

    Boy saved after hanging attempt in Nakhon Ratchasima

    The emergency services in Nakhon Ratchasima narrowly saved a ten year old boy’s life after he attempted to hang himself under his house. The boy was found unconscious and revived by emergency responders before being rushed to the hospital. Officers from Non Thai Police Station yesterday received a report in the middle of the night about a boy who had…

  • Thailand NewsMysterious nest in air conditioner identified as stingless bees

    Mysterious nest in air conditioner identified as stingless bees

    A social media user recently posted in a Facebook group asking netizens to identify a mysterious nest found in an air conditioner, sparking a flurry of comments. The post read, “What kind of nest is this? Had a technician come to change the air conditioner, and it’s quite big.” Group members quickly identified the nest’s inhabitants as stingless bees, known…

  • Thailand NewsElderly woman transforms village with 500-metre flower garden

    Elderly woman transforms village with 500-metre flower garden

    A 75 year old woman has garnered widespread admiration online for her dedication to maintaining a 500-metre stretch of flowers along a roadside. Initially mistaken for a government project, the flower garden is entirely the work of the elderly woman. The online community was abuzz with appreciation after a clip posted on the page Jae Moi V+ from TikTok user…

  • Thailand NewsStepfather arrested for sexual abuse of 12 year old girl in Bangkok

    Stepfather arrested for sexual abuse of 12 year old girl in Bangkok

    Authorities have apprehended a Thai man in Bangkok following a report from a doctor that a 12 year old girl claimed she had been sexually abused by her stepfather since she was six years old and that her mother did not believe her. The disturbing events began around 2017 when the girl was only six. Living with her biological mother…

  • Thailand NewsWoman arrested for theft from tourists in Bangkok for the 12th time

    Woman arrested for theft from tourists in Bangkok for the 12th time

    Authorities at Phra Ratchawang Police Station have apprehended a Thai woman for stealing from foreign tourists in Bangkok. This marks the 12th time she has been caught, with her latest release from jail occurring only a few months ago. Officers led by Phawat Watsupat, commander of the Phra Ratchawang Police Station, and Paisan Detkalaya, deputy commander of investigation, along with…

  • Thailand NewsDragon Boat Festival drummer’s bikini photo stuns social media

    Dragon Boat Festival drummer’s bikini photo stuns social media

    The Dragon Boat Festival celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, brings together Chinese communities worldwide to partake in traditional activities such as dragon boat racing, eating sticky rice dumplings, and drinking rice wine. This annual event sees large crowds gathering along riverbanks and lakeshores to enjoy the festive atmosphere while watching ancient dragon boat races, similar…

  • China NewsChinese man dies after drinking 1.5 litres of soda

    Chinese man dies after drinking 1.5 litres of soda

    A 22 year old Chinese man died after consuming 1.5 litres of carbonated soda, sparking a medical debate about the cause of his death. British experts suggest it is unlikely that the soda alone led to his demise. A medical journal, Clinical and Research in Hepatology and Gastroenterology, detailed a rare case where a young Chinese man consumed 1.5 litres…

  • Thailand NewsJohn Wick’s Thai adventure: Doppelgänger goes viral (video)

    John Wick’s Thai adventure: Doppelgänger goes viral (video)

    A man who bears an uncanny resemblance to Keanu Reeves’ John Wick has become a sensation among Thai social media users, thanks to a series of viral TikTok videos that show him engaging in everyday activities, far removed from his Hollywood hitman persona. Overnight, mainstream and online Thai media buzzed with reports of the mysterious lookalike, captured in videos posted…

  • Thailand NewsMistaken 6,000 baht transfer sparks legal debate

    Mistaken 6,000 baht transfer sparks legal debate

    A case of a mistaken money transfer involving 6,000 baht has surfaced, with the recipient offering to repay just 10 to 20 baht per day. The incident has drawn significant attention, including comments from a well-known lawyer. A Facebook page named อยากดังเดี๋ยวจัดให้ รีเทริน์ part 7 (I will make you famous) posted a clip of a conversation between the victim and…

  • NewsPervert caught having sex with pink Tesla for 3 hours

    Pervert caught having sex with pink Tesla for 3 hours

    A perverted man was caught on CCTV attempting to engage in sexual acts with a pink Tesla for over three hours at a motor show in Ilsan, South Korea. The incident, which occurred yesterday, has left many baffled as to his motivations. The car’s owner, a woman, had her husband share the bizarre encounter online. “Initially, the man wore a…

  • Thailand NewsBBQ place offers free meals if Manchester United wins FA Cup

    BBQ place offers free meals if Manchester United wins FA Cup

    A barbecue restaurant in Khon Kaen is offering free meals to customers on Sunday if Manchester United wins the FA Cup on Saturday night. The upcoming 143rd FA Cup Final will see Manchester United face Premier League champions, Manchester City. Anankit or Bank, the 38 year old manager of Man Nua Buffet Barbecue on Chaloem Phrakiat Road, Khon Kaen Municipality,…

  • FoodKing of Fruits creates stink in Swedish Disgusting Food Museum

    King of Fruits creates stink in Swedish Disgusting Food Museum

    Durian, often hailed as the King of Fruits sparked a heated debate after being ranked 17th in Sweden’s Disgusting Food Museum. The museum, located in Malmö, showcases some of the world’s most repulsive foods. Karim Bukhadurov, a travel influencer based in Sweden, captured the attention of millions by posting a video on Instagram featuring the museum. The video has garnered…

  • Thailand NewsCentral Thailand: Fire at Wat Suan Kaew kills three boys

    Central Thailand: Fire at Wat Suan Kaew kills three boys

    A fire at Wat Suan Kaew’s monk quarters resulted in the tragic death of three boys who were trapped inside. The incident occurred last night. Initial investigations suggest an electrical short circuit may have caused the blaze. Police officers from Bang Yai Police Station in Nonthaburi, along with the Ruamkatanyu Foundation, responded to reports at 11.45pm yesterday of three boys…

  • Thailand NewsMan survives 20-metre fall from sugar palm tree in Udon Thani

    Man survives 20-metre fall from sugar palm tree in Udon Thani

    A 38 year old Udon Thani native miraculously survived a fall from a 20-metre-tall sugar palm tree with only minor scrapes. The incident, which occurred in Dong Mafai village, Na Phue sub-district, Phen district, Udon Thani, has left locals astounded. Reporters visited Dong Mafai village yesterday, May 23, after hearing about the remarkable survival of Watchara Chusena, also known as…

  • Thailand NewsMysterious red stain in dorm room sparks viral humour online

    Mysterious red stain in dorm room sparks viral humour online

    A man moving into a new dormitory room at 11pm yesterday discovered a mysterious red stain on the wall, prompting a flood of humorous comments from netizens. The incident was widely shared online after a Facebook user named Star Pattinum posted photos of the dormitory with the red stain on the wall, along with the following message: “Today, the dormitory…

  • Thailand NewsRocket near-miss with aircraft prompts safety concerns in Surin

    Rocket near-miss with aircraft prompts safety concerns in Surin

    Rocket fireworks narrowly missed an aircraft in Surin province on Sunday, prompting officials to urge pilots to navigate around them. The district chief denied the incident occurred in his area, highlighting a lack of clarity about the event’s location. Local reporters were alerted to illegal gambling activities at the Boon Bang Fai rocket festival behind a temple in Ban Jang…

  • Thailand NewsNun gifts 7 million baht BMW to famous preacher

    Nun gifts 7 million baht BMW to famous preacher

    A social media sensation ensued when a nun and her disciples gifted a brand-new luxury BMW car worth 7 million baht to a renowned preacher, Luang Ta Sinsap, at Wat Pa Bo Nam Phra In in Ubon Ratchathani. The Facebook page of Nun Chen, from the same temple, yesterday posted images of a black BMW sedan with red license plates…

  • Thailand NewsDown under failure: Adult creators reveal Aussie men’s bedroom blunders

    Down under failure: Adult creators reveal Aussie men’s bedroom blunders

    Four Australian adult video creators have shared their frustrations about common sexual misconceptions and mistakes made by men, particularly highlighting that men often rush through intimate moments. According to a report by the New York Post, these women agree that men tend to be too quick during sex. A 31 year old woman named Alicia Davis stated that Australian men…

  • Thailand NewsStormy times: Thailand braces for thunderstorms, Bangkok to soak

    Stormy times: Thailand braces for thunderstorms, Bangkok to soak

    The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued another weather forecast, warning of thunderstorms in 53 provinces, with Bangkok expected to experience heavy rainfall in 70% of its area. The TMD today, May 20, predicts a southwest wind covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand is gaining strength, while the area continues to experience hot weather during the…

  • China NewsFlushed frustration: Sacked employee in bathroom break battle

    Flushed frustration: Sacked employee in bathroom break battle

    A Chinese company employee, dismissed for excessively long bathroom breaks during work hours, sued his employer for compensation but faced counter-evidence. The employee, from Nantong in Jiangsu province, demanded 200,000 yuan (approximately 1 million baht) for what he claimed was an illegal termination. As an employee at an electrical circuit company since June 2015, Liu has been responsible for inspecting…

  • Thailand NewsJapanese student in agony after falling asleep in bath for 5 hours

    Japanese student in agony after falling asleep in bath for 5 hours

    A Japanese student shared a startling experience of falling asleep for five and a half hours while taking a bath, waking up to find his fingers in a disturbing state and severe pain. The 20 year old student, who posted about the incident on the former Twitter platform, now X, (@nattsunyan), described returning to his parent’s home and dozing off…

  • Thailand NewsLabubu yantra tattoos capture spiritual community’s interest

    Labubu yantra tattoos capture spiritual community’s interest

    The ongoing trend for Popmart’s Labubu art toys has now expanded beyond fashion enthusiasts to also captivate the spiritual community. The Labu Bu Phoksap Yantra, a new tattoo design, originated from AjarnAmsri Ohromyan’s Facebook post, where he shared images of the Yantra inspired by the popular Labubu character. AjarnAmsri explained that the yantra’s creation stemmed from his daughter’s love for…

  • Thailand NewsTen-year-old rice auction resumes after safety tests

    Ten-year-old rice auction resumes after safety tests

    Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce, announced the continuation of the 10-year-old rice auction after private lab tests showed no contamination. The Public Warehouse Organisation (PWO) has been instructed to expedite the process meticulously. Phumtham yesterday shared that private tests conducted by a leading company found no carcinogens or residue from fumigation in the rice. This follows…

  • Thailand News15-metre Tao Wirupaksa statue consecrated at Wat Nong Tabak

    15-metre Tao Wirupaksa statue consecrated at Wat Nong Tabak

    A grand ceremony was held at Wat Nong Tabak in Rayong Province to consecrate the only 15-metre-tall statue of Tao Wirupaksa in the area. The event took place yesterday at 5pm, drawing monks from various temples in Rayong and a large number of devotees. The ceremonial ground was adorned with beautifully arranged fruit trays, garlands, and offerings. Devotees lit incense…

  • Crime NewsBangkok cops uncover ketamine and cocaine in drug bust

    Bangkok cops uncover ketamine and cocaine in drug bust

    Police officers from Thonglor Police Station uncovered a stash of illicit drugs, including ketamine and cocaine-laced e-cigarette pods, at a condominium in Khlong Toei in a drug bust following a loud argument between a couple. Police officers from Thonglor Police Station responded to a disturbance report in the late hours of yesterday at a condominium in Khlong Toei. Upon arrival,…

  • Crime NewsPolice arrest man for selling psilocybin mushrooms in Bangkok

    Police arrest man for selling psilocybin mushrooms in Bangkok

    Police apprehended a 27 year old man in the Bang Chan Subdistrict, Khlong Sam Wa District, Bangkok, on charges of illegal possession and attempted distribution of psilocybin mushrooms, a Category 5 narcotic. Police seized 11 items as evidence. The arrest followed a tip-off from an informant who reported that Chitsanupong was cultivating and selling psilocybin mushrooms online and delivering them…

  • Thailand NewsBuffalo farmer in Phetchabun wins 6 million baht lottery

    Buffalo farmer in Phetchabun wins 6 million baht lottery

    A buffalo farmer in Phetchabun scooped first prize in Thailand’s latest lottery draw, receiving a whopping 6 million baht. The Thai farmer attributed his luck to confiding in his buffalo named Jao Thapthim after a storm damaged his pen. Samrerng, a resident of Village No. 1 in Thaidong Subdistrict, Wang Pong District, Phetchabun Province, became the lucky winner of the first…

  • Thailand NewsMango mania: Thailand’s sweet export boom

    Mango mania: Thailand’s sweet export boom

    Thailand’s mango exports soared by a staggering 130% in the first quarter of this year, reaching an impressive 1.6 billion baht, compared to the same period last year. Not to be outdone, exports of sticky rice saw a notable increase of 13%, totalling about 1 billion baht. Chotima Iemsawasdikul, the Director-General of the Trade Negotiations Department, attributed this surge to…