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.
  • World NewsFood safety fears triggered in China’s Shaanxi region as rat found in noodle bowl

    Food safety fears triggered in China’s Shaanxi region as rat found in noodle bowl

    A mystifying episode at a restaurant in the Shaanxi region of China sparked concerns over food safety. A customer shockingly discovered an entire rat carcass nestled in their bowl of noodles, leading to the temporary closure of the establishment for reassessment. Formally reported on August 3, the customer had ordered a large bowl of noodles at a local Shaanxi restaurant, only…

  • Thailand NewsTransgender identity revelation: Social worker’s love for accident victim unravels a journey of self discovery

    Transgender identity revelation: Social worker’s love for accident victim unravels a journey of self discovery

    A 40 year old man met with an accident, left helpless in a hospital before he was fortunately cared for by a 63 year old woman. Their affection escalated leading to a marriage, only then he discovered she wasn’t a woman, leading to an unexpected transgender identity revelation. The story of 63 year old Kalin, a dedicated social worker frequently…

  • World NewsPublic misconduct: Elderly woman removed from Chinese train for occupying three seats

    Public misconduct: Elderly woman removed from Chinese train for occupying three seats

    Drama unfolded on a Chinese train when an elderly woman refused to give up occupying three seats, signifying public misconduct. Despite other passengers’ concerns and the attempts of the train staff, the woman clung to her self-imposed entitlement, ultimately leading to her removal from the train. In the province of Liaoning, China, an elderly woman was found sprawled out, claiming…

  • Thailand NewsDebate over treatment of revered monk’s remains in Thai temple

    Debate over treatment of revered monk’s remains in Thai temple

    Should a revered monk’s remains be accessible to their disciples, even allowing them to physically touch the relics? Following an unsettling incident at a prominent temple in Nakhon Pathom province, online public debate has sparked regarding the appropriateness. The controversial event happened while followers were changing the cloth covering a mummified monk, who had left his physical form 18 years…

  • World NewsBrave mum battles giant crocodile: The canal clash of kalimantan, Indonesia (video)

    Brave mum battles giant crocodile: The canal clash of kalimantan, Indonesia (video)

    In a shocking encounter, a 38 year old mother of two survived an unimaginable ordeal by fighting off a giant crocodile that dragged her into a canal. The terrifying moment occurred on the morning of July 27, at around 8am, in Kalimantan, Indonesia. Falmira De Jesus, a palm tree planter by profession, was busy fetching water from the canal to…

  • Thailand NewsDisturbing dream leads to exhumation: Thai man’s grave unearthed 26 years after burial

    Disturbing dream leads to exhumation: Thai man’s grave unearthed 26 years after burial

    In a shocking turn of events, a body buried in a cemetery 26 years ago within the Nakhon Si Thammarat province was found trapped under concrete, a fact brought to light when the deceased, identified as Noppadol, manifested in his sister’s dream, claiming he was unable to breathe. Dokmai, his 48 year old sister, was forced to face the horrific…

  • World NewsMountain biking sparks passion in the wild: Couple’s steamy embrace nearly collides with cyclist

    Mountain biking sparks passion in the wild: Couple’s steamy embrace nearly collides with cyclist

    A daring mountain biking incident in South America involving a couple having sex in the wild has set social media on fire. The cyclist almost collided with the unsuspecting couple, who had to disengage in haste and scramble for their clothes. A viral video lit the blue touch paper on the racy scenario in which a mountain biker almost crashed…

  • World NewsMasturbating magic: Brazilian fitness celebrity spills astonishing health and beauty secret

    Masturbating magic: Brazilian fitness celebrity spills astonishing health and beauty secret

    An astonishing health and beauty secret has been revealed by fitness celebrity Andrea Sunshine, a Brazilian residing in London for many years – masturbating. Unashamedly open about her sex life, she attributes her youthful skin to an unusually active personal routine, involving self-pleasure 12 times a day. Living in England, the 53 year old, sports a toned physique, seemingly defying…

  • Thailand NewsChinese influencer praises Thailand’s VIP experience on elite visa, starting at 600,000 baht

    Chinese influencer praises Thailand’s VIP experience on elite visa, starting at 600,000 baht

    A viral video is currently making waves online, featuring a high-society Chinese woman reviewing her VIP experience while travelling to Thailand using the Thailand Elite Visa. Shared on TikTok via her account @taifei5, she documented a journey where luxury and personal care started as soon as she stepped off the plane. @taifei5 วีซ่าเข้าประเทศไทย#วีซ่า #ชีวิตในประเทศไทย #ประเทศไทย🇹🇭 #สนามบิน #海外生活 #种草 ♬ 原聲…

  • World NewsBlack magic and mayhem at Malaysia’s Port Dickson Beach: A peculiar discovery captures the online world

    Black magic and mayhem at Malaysia’s Port Dickson Beach: A peculiar discovery captures the online world

    A resident of Malaysia stumbled upon a peculiar discovery involving black magic at the Port Dickson beach in Negeri Sembilan state, Malaysia, which swiftly gripped the attention of the online world. At a time when storms had driven many people away from the beach, he found two mysterious bottles tightly wrapped in black rope. Fitri Izani detailed that despite the…

  • Thailand NewsThai military seize 1.2 million cannabis-tinged meth pills worth 100 million baht

    Thai military seize 1.2 million cannabis-tinged meth pills worth 100 million baht

    A major drug bust occurred yesterday, when a joint task force of Thai military and law enforcement officials seized over 1.2 million meth pills, with a new formula containing cannabis, from a transit point along the Mekong River, Nakhon Phanom. Some of this haul was contained in sophisticated dehumidifying packaging featuring unique stamps. Sources speculate the drugs were intended for the…

  • World NewsMan mistakes wife’s snoring recording for secret lover in humorous homecoming

    Man mistakes wife’s snoring recording for secret lover in humorous homecoming

    In an unexpected twist of events, a man returned home from a business trip overseas hoping to surprise his wife, only to find himself shocked by some snoring sounds he believed to be from his wife’s lover. The incident took place at their residence in Guangdong province in China. The man, who captured his return home on camera, discovered his…

  • World NewsVietnamese man inherits 1.4 million baht from elderly mother-in-law’s banknote

    Vietnamese man inherits 1.4 million baht from elderly mother-in-law’s banknote

    A Vietnamese man cared for his frail and elderly mother-in-law at home, fulfilling his wife’s wishes to have her close by. This action yielded unexpected rewards when the woman’s death led to accidental wealth for him and his wife. Minh, a Vietnamese man, and his family welcomed his sick and elderly mother-in-law into their home as per the request of…

  • World NewsExtramarital affair: Young girl exposes father’s infidelity, triggers divorce proceedings

    Extramarital affair: Young girl exposes father’s infidelity, triggers divorce proceedings

    In an unprecedented twist, a five year old girl found herself in the middle of a domestic fallout after revealing to her mother about her father’s extramarital affair. Jean, in her early thirties, was blindsided by her daughter’s revelation, sparking off an unravelling of their seemingly happy family life built over eight years of marriage. Jean and her spouse lived…

  • World NewsVietnamese family caught sneaking seafood from buffet sparks outrage

    Vietnamese family caught sneaking seafood from buffet sparks outrage

    In an unusual occurrence that garnered substantial online attention, a Vietnamese family attending a buffet meal became involved in an argument with restaurant staff for packing away seafood to take home. The incident, filmed and shared widely on social media, revealed deep-rooted cultural perception challenges in Vietnam’s food service industry. Buffet restaurants are highly popular in Vietnam. Although there are…

  • World NewsWoman’s provocative prank raises questions of public decency

    Woman’s provocative prank raises questions of public decency

    A prank involving a bold young woman trying to generate video content by abruptly sitting on the laps of men on public streets has stirred substantial online debate. In one particularly alarming episode, she approached a man seated with his girlfriend. This audacious act created an intense scenario when she casually asked, “Can I sit for a moment?” The young…

  • Thailand NewsPolice and extortion: A case of ‘break-in’ hearts in Thailand

    Police and extortion: A case of ‘break-in’ hearts in Thailand

    In a striking turn of events, an alleged victim reported that a police officer attempted to extort 100,000 baht in exchange for not pursuing a break-in case. The officer also offered to help dissolve her case if she entered into an intimate relationship with him. The victim revealed that the unsettling incident occurred in October last year, in the province…

  • Thailand NewsDelayed delight: Thai lottery results finally unveiled, Buddha-tinged draw

    Delayed delight: Thai lottery results finally unveiled, Buddha-tinged draw

    The Thailand Government Lottery Office this afternoon announced the much-awaited results of the August 1 draw, which was put back a day to avoid the latest Buddhist holiday in Thailand. Those who purchased tickets were able to check their lottery results quickly and conveniently via several various sources. The live Government Lottery draw was available from around 2.30pm today. This…

  • World NewsTaiwanese man doesn’t measure up to his girlfriend’s expectations

    Taiwanese man doesn’t measure up to his girlfriend’s expectations

    An unusual first-time romantic getaway for a young Taiwanese man and his girlfriend has been described in a popular Taiwanese online forum, Dcard. The couple, who have been childhood friends and neighbours, began to develop romantic feelings for one another during their high school years, receiving support from both of their families. Their relationship blossomed gradually, and a few days…

  • China NewsChinese mum’s video indictment of husband’s neglect impacts child’s attitude, sparks online debate

    Chinese mum’s video indictment of husband’s neglect impacts child’s attitude, sparks online debate

    The everyday behaviours of parents can significantly influence their children‘s developmental thought processes, a fact often overlooked by many. A recent social media buzz in China serves as a stark reminder for parents to take this matter seriously. The story began when a mum from Shenzhen shared a video on social media about an incident in her family. In the…

  • Thailand NewsDisturbing discovery: 13 year old girl reveals child abuse, 47 year old man arrested

    Disturbing discovery: 13 year old girl reveals child abuse, 47 year old man arrested

    In a disconcerting case of child abuse involving a 13 year old girl from Pathum Thani, a 47 year old man has been arrested. The man ran after the victim multiple times before the police managed to capture him. This series of disturbing events led to the girl attempting to take her own life. Beer Donmuang, whose real name is…

  • Thailand NewsLottery draw: Surin Province locals swarm lucky shrine amidst Buddhist Lent festivities

    Lottery draw: Surin Province locals swarm lucky shrine amidst Buddhist Lent festivities

    As lottery fever gripped the four corners of Surin Province, locals flocked to the reputed “Kilohian” shrine to seek fortunes for the upcoming lottery draw scheduled today. The looming rains didn’t dampen their enthusiasm as they eagerly gathered for the seer’s numbers. Our sources reported that this lottery draw scene unfolded yesterday around 5.30pm at the 18th kilometre mark on…

  • Thailand NewsPhra Aram Luang Monastery sees surge in visitors seeking fortune from revered Luang Pho Pak Daeng

    Phra Aram Luang Monastery sees surge in visitors seeking fortune from revered Luang Pho Pak Daeng

    An increased number of visitors are travelling to Phra Aram Luang Monastery, also known as the Monastery of Luang Pho Pak Daeng in Nakhon Nayok province, to pay respects and seek good fortune from the revered image of Luang Pho Pak Daeng. The sacred image, positioned in the temple’s Ubosot, is a significant religious figure in the locale. The image of…

  • Thailand NewsFemale teachers required to serve alcohol, dance at religious event

    Female teachers required to serve alcohol, dance at religious event

    An ongoing Thai school controversy has unfolded, involving a large school planning to host a religious “Pa Pha” ceremony, which attracted criticism due to directives issued that required female teachers to perform traditional dance and serve alcohol to guests. The incident has provoked heated discussions online following the incident’s exposure on social media. The Thai school controversy came to light…

  • Crime NewsMysterious death in Dubai of Thai worker prompts urgent investigation

    Mysterious death in Dubai of Thai worker prompts urgent investigation

    A 49 year old woman from Nakhon Ratchasima province unknowingly embarked on a journey for casual labour to Dubai, only to mysteriously die three days after her arrival. Her shocked family has turned to the Pavena Hongsakul Foundation for help, nine months after her unknown mysterious death, to aid them in bringing their relative’s body back to Thailand and help…

  • Thailand NewsFamily betrayal: Child reveals father’s years-long deceit and affair

    Family betrayal: Child reveals father’s years-long deceit and affair

    In an unexpected turn of events, a woman accused by her husband of infidelity uncovers his own affair of several years, all thanks to their nine year old son. This revelation has embroiled the couple, previously perceived as perfect, in a shocking family betrayal and proves that appearances can be deceiving. The couple, married for ten years, had been living…

  • Crime NewsShanghai businesswoman blackmailed by younger lover after online dating turns sour

    Shanghai businesswoman blackmailed by younger lover after online dating turns sour

    In a case of deception and online blackmail, a 45 year old woman from Shanghai found herself victim to a young man who exploited her wealth and love. The woman, Zhang, a successful businesswoman, was drawn into an online relationship with the young man, before discovering his true intentions. Zhang’s success in her career came about at a very young age,…

  • World NewsWedding controversy: Unusual bride’s appearance sparks online debates over Chinese marriage

    Wedding controversy: Unusual bride’s appearance sparks online debates over Chinese marriage

    In the wake of a wedding taking place in Anhui, China, the appearance of the bride triggered various reactions, igniting debates online. Eyebrows were raised as she was perceived to be odd looking for her exceedingly handsome groom, prompting speculations regarding her mental well-being, and stirring wedding controversy. Deciding to tie the knot is typically a substantial chapter in one’s…

  • China News9 year old heroine prevents escalator tragedy with swift emergency stop action

    9 year old heroine prevents escalator tragedy with swift emergency stop action

    A quick-thinking nine year old girl became the focus of admiration after she swiftly activated the emergency stop button on an escalator to save a boy whose foot was trapped. This incident which unfolded at a shopping mall in Wuhan, Hubei province, China, astounded many adults as they watched the video that captured the girl’s swift response in the emergency.…

  • World NewsVietnamese mum turns to unconventional teaching as daughter shuns school

    Vietnamese mum turns to unconventional teaching as daughter shuns school

    In a world where parents are accommodating their children’s every whim, a mother from Vietnam decided to teach her reluctant school-going daughter a lesson on the importance of education. Through this unconventional teaching method, she demonstrated how physically demanding work can be compared to school. Recently, a short clip was shared on social media, capturing a mother’s unconventional teaching in…