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.
  • Thailand NewsOctober 16 lottery numbers: A historical jackpot journal for risk-takers

    October 16 lottery numbers: A historical jackpot journal for risk-takers

    Historical lottery statistics for October 16 provide a glimpse into the winning numbers of each year, offering a treasure trove of information for risk-takers to analyse. Let’s delve into the prominent numbers and those that have been strong contenders. For the October 16, 2022 lottery draw, the following numbers were drawn: First prize: 613106 Three-digit prefix: 158, 037 Three-digit suffix:…

  • Thailand NewsBuddhist beacon dims: Revered royal monk’s passing leaves temple in deep contemplation

    Buddhist beacon dims: Revered royal monk’s passing leaves temple in deep contemplation

    A revered royal ecclesiastical advisor has passed away, leaving the Buddhist community in mourning. Pranee Intawaso was the advisor to the head of the 14th region and assistant abbot at Wat Rai Khing, a royal temple in Nakhon Pathom. On October 7, Pranee Intawaso passed away peacefully at Sam Phran Hospital, Nakhon Pathom. The highly respected Buddhist monk, who had…

  • Thailand NewsCondo chaos: Thai landlord’s shocking discovery unveils tenant’s destructive tale (video)

    Condo chaos: Thai landlord’s shocking discovery unveils tenant’s destructive tale (video)

    A Thai property owner recently made a startling discovery when inspecting a condo he had leased to a young Thai woman. What he encountered was a horrifying scene of wanton destruction and neglect. The landlord revealed that the tenant had failed to pay rent for several months and had vanished without a trace, leaving the property in a deplorable and…

  • Thailand NewsSticky rice bonanza: Thai community in Nakhon Phanom cashes in on Khao Mao harvest

    Sticky rice bonanza: Thai community in Nakhon Phanom cashes in on Khao Mao harvest

    The annual rice harvest has proven to be a golden opportunity for the Thai community in Nakhon Phanom in northeastern Thailand. This is especially true for a group of people who are making a substantial income by producing and selling traditional sticky rice known as Khao Mao. This business generates several million baht every year. One such group is led…

  • Thailand NewsThai farm worker killed in Israel, wife mourns unexpected loss

    Thai farm worker killed in Israel, wife mourns unexpected loss

    A 39 year old Thai farm worker from Kalasin, Thailand, was tragically killed in Israel yesterday, leaving his wife in shock as they had just spoken that morning. The victim, identified as Somkuan Phansadat, had been working on a farm in Israel when he was caught up in an act of violence perpetrated by Hamas, seen by many in the West…

  • World NewsHamas attack at Israeli music festival kills over 260

    Hamas attack at Israeli music festival kills over 260

    The deadly attack by Hamas militants on an Israeli music festival resulted in over 260 fatalities, including 12 Thais and a 30 year old German tourist, Shani Louk. The incident occurred near the Gaza border in a southern region of Israel on Saturday. The local Israeli emergency response organization, Zaka, reported the discovery of over 260 bodies near the festival…

  • Thailand NewsThai truck driver shot in Israel during Hamas attack, contact lost

    Thai truck driver shot in Israel during Hamas attack, contact lost

    A 28 year old woman from Nong Song Hong District, Khon Kaen, revealed a shocking incident involving her 26 year old husband. The woman, Supattra Asanok, revealed her husband, Phadung Butmo, originally from Kham Mueang District, Khon Kaen, currently works as an agricultural goods truck driver in Israel. He was shot in the back and right buttock during a Hamas…

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s TCL suspends VIP bus service after passenger complaints, slaps 10,000 baht fine on operator

    Thailand’s TCL suspends VIP bus service after passenger complaints, slaps 10,000 baht fine on operator

    Dr Sanlak Panuwatli, the managing director of Transport Company Limited (TCL), addressed recent complaints made by passengers about the standard of their VIP bus services. The complaints were raised on the Facebook page อยากดังเดี๋ยวจัดให้ รีเทริน์ part 6, which posted images and messages about the substandard conditions of TCL’s VIP buses. Upon investigation of the raised issues, TCL found that the…

  • Thailand NewsAccused gambling MP sits on Anti-Corruption Committee, claims Thai Patriots Network leader

    Accused gambling MP sits on Anti-Corruption Committee, claims Thai Patriots Network leader

    Srisuwan Janya, the leader of the Thai Patriots Network, revealed that a member of Ratchaburi’s House of Representatives, previously accused of gambling in a viral video, sits on the Anti-Corruption Committee. This is a committee that is highly contested, especially when the individual was a member of the Blue Party during his tenure as a Ratchaburi representative. Despite the selection…

  • World NewsChinese student profits from booming bridesmaid rental industry, earning up to 1,500 baht per wedding

    Chinese student profits from booming bridesmaid rental industry, earning up to 1,500 baht per wedding

    A 21 year old Chinese student has made a lucrative part-time career as a professional bridesmaid for hire, having attended over 50 weddings. It’s not her fame that has led to these invitations, but her role as a paid companion for brides. For each event, she earns a starting fee of around 288 yuan, approximately 1,500 baht (US$40), which is…

  • Road deathsTourist vehicle overturns on Doi Inthanon injuring six: Driver’s unfamiliarity suspected

    Tourist vehicle overturns on Doi Inthanon injuring six: Driver’s unfamiliarity suspected

    A tourist vehicle overturned on Doi Inthanon, resulting in injuries to six passengers. The accident happened near kilometres 32-33 on the route to Doi Inthanon, a mountain located in the Ban Luang district of Chom Thong, Chiang Mai. The injured passengers had to crawl out of the wrecked Toyota Fortuner. The accident occurred around 6pm yesterday, involving a black Toyota…

  • World NewsChinese groom defends plus-sized bride against wedding day ridicule

    Chinese groom defends plus-sized bride against wedding day ridicule

    A recent wedding in Jiangsu province, China, became a hot topic due to the stark contrast in the bride and groom’s appearances. The bride, who weighed over 200 kilogrammes, was publicly ridiculed for her size, causing her to cry during her wedding ceremony. On the other hand, the groom, a standard-sized man, was left to console his new wife amidst…

  • Road deathsTeenage motorcyclist killed in fiery collision with car on Phetchabun’s Chomthirawet Road

    Teenage motorcyclist killed in fiery collision with car on Phetchabun’s Chomthirawet Road

    A tragic road accident involving a saloon car and a teenage motorcyclist sparked a blaze that engulfed both vehicles. The collision occurred on Chomthirawet Road, Chon Daen-Dong Khoi route, between kilometres 33-34 in Ban Kutti Phra, Tha Kham subdistrict, Chon Daen district, Phetchabun province. The motorbike rider, a 19 year old woman, tragically lost her life. The incident took place…

  • Thailand NewsClimate shocker: Copernicus data unveils record-breaking temperature surge

    Climate shocker: Copernicus data unveils record-breaking temperature surge

    The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), an arm of the European Union, recently unveiled disturbing data on global temperature trends, revealing a record-breaking increase in temperatures. This revelation comes on the heels of the hottest months ever recorded in history, which were experienced in August and July. However, September witnessed an even more alarming development, with temperatures surging to unprecedented…

  • Road deathsBillionaire’s reckless driving leads to car crash, killing two (video)

    Billionaire’s reckless driving leads to car crash, killing two (video)

    A catastrophic car crash occurred on the island of Sardinia, Italy, resulting in a fiery collision involving a red Ferrari and a blue Lamborghini. The incident, which happened on Monday, October 2, was triggered by the two luxury cars attempting to overtake a large white van, leading to a collision that flipped all three vehicles. Tragically, the wealthy occupants of…

  • World NewsUterus upheaval: Chinese woman’s constipation conundrum takes unexpected turn

    Uterus upheaval: Chinese woman’s constipation conundrum takes unexpected turn

    A 35 year old woman from Hubei province, China, who had been suffering from constipation for a decade, was shocked to find her condition linked to her uterus rather than her digestive system. Hospitalised due to heavy rectal bleeding, a detailed examination revealed an abnormal growth in her uterus, rather than a blockage in her digestive tract, as the cause…

  • Thailand NewsPet abandonment tragedy: Shih Tzu dies after two year wait for owners at Bangkok vet clinic

    Pet abandonment tragedy: Shih Tzu dies after two year wait for owners at Bangkok vet clinic

    The heart-wrenching saga of Dano, a seven year old Shih Tzu, has been shared by a local vet, shedding light on a tale of pet abandonment that unfolded over two agonising years. Dano’s poignant story began when he was left at a veterinary clinic in Bangkok and tragically ended with his passing, abandoned by owners who had initially appeared caring…

  • Thailand NewsYoung man escapes fatal car accident at Chon Buri ferry dock

    Young man escapes fatal car accident at Chon Buri ferry dock

    A tragic car accident resulted in two fatalities and one survivor at the Sattahip – Samui ferry dock, Chon Buri, yesterday, at 5.30pm. The survivor, 20 year old Veeraphap, managed to escape the sinking vehicle by smashing a window with his high-heeled shoe. He was unable to assist his two friends, who were seated in the front and were unable…

  • Thailand NewsMyanmar ambassador attends memorial for Siam Paragon shooting victim

    Myanmar ambassador attends memorial for Siam Paragon shooting victim

    The solemn atmosphere of the Phasukmanee Chak Temple in Ban Mai, Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, deepened on the second night of the memorial service for Momin, also known as Nong Tawan (her Thai name). Momin, a Myanmar woman, tragically lost her life in the Siam Paragon shooting incident on October 3. The ceremony was attended by her work colleagues and employer,…

  • World NewsVietnamese husband’s surprise birthday party touches hearts online

    Vietnamese husband’s surprise birthday party touches hearts online

    A heartfelt gesture by a loving husband has warmed hearts online. Despite their modest means, he managed to throw a surprise birthday party for his wife. This event, filled with warmth and love, was reported on the Vietnamese website saostar.vn and has since gone viral on social media. The surprise birthday party video captured an emotional and adorable moment between…

  • China NewsUnexpected gift soothes parking row as stranger parks in their spot

    Unexpected gift soothes parking row as stranger parks in their spot

    A recent tale of an enigmatic car park intruder has surfaced, initially provoking frustration in the parking space’s rightful owner. However, a surprising twist awaited them as they unfolded a note left behind. This unusual incident came to light when a user on Xiaohongshu, often referred to as the Chinese Instagram equivalent, reported the intrusion after discovering their parking spot…

  • Politics NewsJudicial penalty box: ‘Uncle Thotsaphon’ slapped with jail time and 70,000 baht fine for assaulting political leader

    Judicial penalty box: ‘Uncle Thotsaphon’ slapped with jail time and 70,000 baht fine for assaulting political leader

    The judicial court issued a six-month imprisonment and over 70,000 baht fine to a retired official, known as “Uncle Thotsaphon,” for assaulting and defaming the political leader of the Love the Nation organisation. The assault incident, which took place outside the Election Commission Office at the Government Complex Building B on 11 May, occurred after 54 year old Srisuwan Janya…

  • Politics NewsRise in Thai gun ownership raises alarm after Siam Paragon murders

    Rise in Thai gun ownership raises alarm after Siam Paragon murders

    The tragic shooting which claimed the lives of two women at the Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok sparked public concern over how a young man could obtain firearms. More startling was the discovery of a trove of guns and ammunition at the young man’s residence, along with videos of him expertly demonstrating gun use. This incident has raised questions…

  • China NewsChinese bride’s sombre pout sets social media abuzz with forced marriage debate

    Chinese bride’s sombre pout sets social media abuzz with forced marriage debate

    A newlywed couple from Ju’matien, Henan, China, is under online scrutiny after photos of the bride’s sombre expression during post-nuptial rituals went viral on social media. The images, capturing the groom’s jovial demeanour contrasted with the bride’s seemingly forced participation, were shot at the groom’s residence following their wedding ceremony. The bride’s lack of enthusiasm during the post-wedding photoshoot sparked…

  • China NewsTragic wedding convoy crash in China, seven fatalities (video)

    Tragic wedding convoy crash in China, seven fatalities (video)

    A catastrophic car accident occurred recently that involved a wedding convoy and a large garbage truck, resulting in seven fatalities, including the pregnant bride. The shocking event unfolded near a petrol station in Huanan in the Heilongjiang province, China, and sparked an ongoing police investigation. The accident, which occurred on October 3, involved a seven-seater off-road vehicle suddenly veering into…

  • Thailand NewsTikTok user spends 13 hours locked in bathroom (video)

    TikTok user spends 13 hours locked in bathroom (video)

    A TikTok user, known as tncybss, was trapped in a bathroom for a staggering 13 hours, from 4pm until 11am the following day. Despite attempts to follow YouTube tutorials to free herself by removing the doorknob, she was unable to unlock the door and eventually had to resort to breaking through it. The incident started at 4pm when the user…

  • World NewsFish store shocker: Customer buys out entire stock, sets them free in Singapore river

    Fish store shocker: Customer buys out entire stock, sets them free in Singapore river

    A customer left a fish store employee astounded after spending more than 400 Singapore dollars to buy all the fish in the store, only to release them all into a river. The unusual event was reported by local media, following the account of the fish store’s worker. The male customer walked into the store and stated his intention to purchase…

  • World NewsLate-night hair washing a headache in more ways than one for Hanoi banker

    Late-night hair washing a headache in more ways than one for Hanoi banker

    A concerned 40 year old bank employee in Hanoi recently sought medical attention due to blurred vision and headaches. The woman, who often returned home late from work, had a late-night hair washing habit, sometimes as late as 11pm. Late-night hair washing, coupled with her work stress, led to sudden migraines, according to a local health department head. The patient noted…

  • Thailand NewsThai villager wins 100,000 baht in lottery from ancient tree numbers

    Thai villager wins 100,000 baht in lottery from ancient tree numbers

    In an enchanting twist of fate, an anonymous resident was thrust into a realm of financial prosperity after uncovering the winning lottery numbers, bestowed upon them by an ancient and revered tree nestled within the tranquil confines of Ban Beng Temple in Sri Narong, Chumphon Buri, Surin. This auspicious turn of events led to the resident’s remarkable windfall—a substantial prize…

  • Thailand NewsShell shock: Giant turtle roadside rescue fuels lottery frenzy in northeast Thailand

    Shell shock: Giant turtle roadside rescue fuels lottery frenzy in northeast Thailand

    A giant turtle was discovered crawling on a road by a young man who decided to take it home, sparking a flurry of lottery number predictions among the local villagers in northeast Thailand. The unusual occurrence took place in the Nong Thep community, Sri Narong District, Surin province. The 28 year old man, Kaewprasert, was en route to buy some…

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