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.
  • Central Thailand NewsRain leads to pickup truck crash at Khong Po Shrine, causing statue damage

    Rain leads to pickup truck crash at Khong Po Shrine, causing statue damage

    A 31 year old man driving a pickup truck collided with the Khong Po Shrine after losing of control of the vehicle in the rain, causing significant damage to the car and the shrine’s horse statues. The incident occurred in Samut Prakan province on Sukhumvit Road in the early hours of this morning. The driver was only mildly injured and…

  • Thailand NewsHigh school girls arrested for stealing iPhones worth 17,800 baht in closed mall

    High school girls arrested for stealing iPhones worth 17,800 baht in closed mall

    Two high school girls were arrested for stealing mobile phones after hiding in a closed shopping mall. Yesterday, police in Buriram arrested two female high school students from a school in the Mueang Buriram district as they were suspected of breaking into a mobile phone store in a well-known shopping mall. The store owner posted a call for help on…

  • Thailand NewsRare two-headed calf born in Thai village hailed as divine omen

    Rare two-headed calf born in Thai village hailed as divine omen

    A two-headed calf, with four eyes, four ears, and four legs, has been born to a family in Don Raed village, Thailand. The unusual creature, initially discarded in the water, was later retrieved and revered as a divine omen, following an old man’s dream. A reporter yesterday uncovered the astonishing story of a local family in the village of Non…

  • Crime NewsLamphun FC President arrested over alleged gambling, money laundering links

    Lamphun FC President arrested over alleged gambling, money laundering links

    Lamphun Warriors Football Club president has been apprehended in connection to a major gambling and money laundering network. The suspect, known as Boss Tal, was captured in Phayao province by authorities. Pol. Lt. Gen. Roy Inkapiroj, Deputy Police Chief and Director of the Center for Combating Cybercrime (PCT), yesterday announced the arrest of Phongsiri (Boss Tal). The suspect was charged…

  • China NewsWoman’s public plea to remarry ex-husband backfires as truth unfolds

    Woman’s public plea to remarry ex-husband backfires as truth unfolds

    A woman‘s attempt to persuade her ex-husband to remarry her has gained attention online, sparking criticism and ridicule from netizens. The incident occurred on June 12 in Shandong, China. However, the ex-husband revealed a different side to the story, saying it was not him but her who had initiated the divorce. The woman held a large sign in front of…

  • World NewsFamous South Korean streamer Imvely dies during live broadcast

    Famous South Korean streamer Imvely dies during live broadcast

    Tragic news struck the South Korean entertainment and streaming industries as famed female streamer 37 year old BJ Imvely took her own life during a live broadcast following a party with fellow streamers. Before her death, footage surfaced of Imvely arguing with other streamers at a party on June 11. After returning home intoxicated, she broadcasted live, mentioning that some friends…

  • Northern Thailand NewsMotorcyclist survives 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan

    Motorcyclist survives 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan

    A motorcyclist survived a 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan National Park. He recounted the terrifying experience of plunging in the early hours of this morning due to stopping by the roadside. At around 2am today, police and rescue teams from Hang Chat sub-district received a report of a man injured in a deep ravine beside a road near…

  • Central Thailand NewsDisputed land sells for 45 million baht after religious ceremony

    Disputed land sells for 45 million baht after religious ceremony

    Land unsold for five years found a buyer after a religious ceremony, resulting in a 45 million baht (US$1.3 million) sale and a generous donation to the temple. Yesterday, Nittawat Sukprasert and his family from Pathum Thani province visited Wat Khao Mai Daeng temple in Chon Buri province to offer a donation to a monk named Phra Kru Wisit Dhammasophon,…

  • Bangkok NewsAustrian woman severely injured in Suvarnabhumi Airport fall, police investigate cause

    Austrian woman severely injured in Suvarnabhumi Airport fall, police investigate cause

    A 35 year old Austrian woman sustained severe injuries after falling from the second floor of Suvarnabhumi Airport‘s passenger building in Bangkok. Witnesses saw the woman climbing the fence herself before falling to the ground at the external passenger lane. Yesterday evening, investigators from Suvarnabhumi Airport Police Station were informed of an incident involving a person falling from the second…

  • Thailand NewsPaws for justice: 100,000 baht reward to nab gunman of peaceful pooch

    Paws for justice: 100,000 baht reward to nab gunman of peaceful pooch

    A reward of 100,000 baht has been offered to help catch the culprit behind the shooting of a peaceful dog at a Ban Phueng Tok residence. The crime remains unsolved, with the gunman suspected to be a professional killer. He or she had previously targeted the dog with a laser beam. The incident took place in Ban Phueng Tok, Non…

  • World NewsRestaurant owner ‘disguises’ beer in soup container to help customer evade wife’s disapproval

    Restaurant owner ‘disguises’ beer in soup container to help customer evade wife’s disapproval

    A restaurant delivery owner in Vietnam received an unusual request from a male customer, seeking a secretive way to enjoy a beer without his wife‘s knowledge. The owner devised a clever plan and shared the amusing story on social media. With soaring temperatures, it is natural for one to crave a cold beverage. However, when a husband wished to quench…

  • Thailand NewsEsteemed Thai monk Luang Pu Saeng Yanwaro passes away at 99

    Esteemed Thai monk Luang Pu Saeng Yanwaro passes away at 99

    Yesterday, the Facebook page of esteemed Thai monk Luang Pu Saeng Yanwaro announced the passing of the renowned spiritual figure at the age of 99. The post shared that his remains would be sent to the realm of nirvana, by Buddhist tradition. Previously, the Facebook page of Luang Pu Sing Thong Phaphakro‘s disciples had posted about the monk’s condition, stating…

  • Thailand NewsThai couple holds joint wedding with daughter, viral TikTok captures heartwarming moment (video)

    Thai couple holds joint wedding with daughter, viral TikTok captures heartwarming moment (video)

    A Thai wedding ceremony that a couple celebrated their wedding alongside that of their daughter’s attracted a lot of attention online because of how touching it was. The one-of-a-kind dual ceremony was uploaded to TikTok by user @mcringring, where it received compliments for the warm and caring environment it conveyed to viewers. In the video that was shared online, the…

  • World NewsFactory supervisor’s brief intimate encounter sparks online uproar

    Factory supervisor’s brief intimate encounter sparks online uproar

    Shocking security footage has emerged online showing a factory supervisor having a brief sexual encounter with a female employee at an undisclosed factory in Guangdong Province, China. The clip sparked criticism and sparked a multitude of reactions from netizens. According to the leaked footage taken from closed circuit cameras located in the factory premises, the supervisor is seen pacing back…

  • World NewsCar driver teaches reckless motorbiker road rage lesson

    Car driver teaches reckless motorbiker road rage lesson

    An incident of road rage in Vietnam has gained attention after a motorbike rider travelled against traffic, ignoring safety rules, and exhibited arrogant behaviour. The rider was eventually confronted by the driver of a black car who retaliated by teaching the motorbike rider a lesson. Reports from a Vietnamese website revealed a recent incident that caused a stir on social…

  • Crime NewsYoung woman murdered by gambling-addicted ex-boyfriend, father shares harrowing ordeal

    Young woman murdered by gambling-addicted ex-boyfriend, father shares harrowing ordeal

    Another perspective on the tragic murder case of a young woman, 23 years old, shot dead by her enraged ex-boyfriend, has emerged. The victim’s father revealed details of how the family desperately sought help and tried to rescue their daughter before her untimely demise. The attacker, Channarong, 35 years old, is now in police custody. The incident took place in…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy rainfall and thunderstorms persist in Thailand: Caution advised for monsoon-affected areas

    Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms persist in Thailand: Caution advised for monsoon-affected areas

    Heavy rain and thunderstorms continue to affect parts of Thailand, with the Thai Meteorological Department warning of further downpours. Most areas exposed to the southwesterly monsoon are advised to be cautious due to potential danger from the heavy rainfall. Today’s Thai weather forecast includes a 24-hour warning for Thailand and the Gulf of Thailand. This is due to the southwesterly…

  • China NewsChinese woman reunited with ‘dead’ son after 15 years following arrest

    Chinese woman reunited with ‘dead’ son after 15 years following arrest

    A Chinese woman received a startling call from the police about her son, who had allegedly died 15 years ago. The police were holding a man arrested for drunk driving, claiming to be her son and providing accurate family details. In August 2019, a woman living in Henan Province, China, received a phone call from Jiangsu police informing her that…

  • Thailand NewsFuneral attendees win cows, receive rice gifts in unique 200,000 baht Thai almsgiving

    Funeral attendees win cows, receive rice gifts in unique 200,000 baht Thai almsgiving

    In Buriram province, a funeral for a 92 year old woman, Wun Chongchaingam, has drawn a large crowd due to the unusual almsgiving of 1.5 tonnes of rice and a raffle for five cows, worth a total of 200,000 baht (US$ 5,758), for needy villagers and attendees. The event took place at Wat Pa Non-Somboon temple. Many villagers attended the…

  • China NewsHydrogen balloon explosion: mother criticised for abandoning daughter in fire (video)

    Hydrogen balloon explosion: mother criticised for abandoning daughter in fire (video)

    A recent video of a young girl inadvertently sparking a fire with a hydrogen balloon while her mother used a hairdryer has generated widespread criticism online. The incident occurred in Jiayang, Guangdong province, China. Many netizens criticised the mother for escaping the scene quickly, seemingly prioritising her own safety over her daughter’s. The video, which surfaced after being captured on…

  • World NewsWoman cancels wedding after uncovering fiancé’s secret videos and 150,000 baht betrayal

    Woman cancels wedding after uncovering fiancé’s secret videos and 150,000 baht betrayal

    A Malaysian woman discovered shocking secrets about her fiancé just before their wedding, including his dark behaviour involving her family members, prompting her to cancel the wedding and expose his past. The woman, in a social media post, revealed that she and her boyfriend had been together for six years. They had met in university and he proposed to her…

  • Aviation NewsBird collision delays Thai Vietjet flight, 159 passengers affected at Khon Kaen Airport

    Bird collision delays Thai Vietjet flight, 159 passengers affected at Khon Kaen Airport

    A Thai Vietjet flight at Khon Kaen International Airport was disrupted after a bird collided with the aircraft’s engine, causing delays for 159 passengers. The incident occurred while the plane was parked, awaiting passengers for the VZ215 service from Khon Kaen to Suvarnabhumi Airport. The bird, reportedly an owl, struck the right engine of the parked aircraft at around 7.35pm,…

  • Thailand NewsFather shields child from vicious dog attack caught on camera

    Father shields child from vicious dog attack caught on camera

    A viral video on social media shows a father bravely protecting his one year old child from a vicious dog attack in a store in Zhaokua, Hunan Province, China. The incident occurred during lunchtime, and the courageous father’s quick reaction saved his child from potential harm. The footage from a closed-circuit camera captured the events on a recent lunchtime. A…

  • Thailand NewsChanthaburi student assaulted in barbecue restaurant over minor misunderstanding

    Chanthaburi student assaulted in barbecue restaurant over minor misunderstanding

    A secondary school student in Chanthaburi was assaulted in a barbecue restaurant by an angry customer due to a misunderstanding. The assailant struck the student’s face forcefully, while the student admitted that his choice of words was not the best, but the use of violence was uncalled for. The incident caught the attention of the ‘I Want to Be Famous,…

  • Thailand NewsTeen escapes injury as venomous snake falls onto head

    Teen escapes injury as venomous snake falls onto head

    A 15 years old girl narrowly escaped injury after a snake dropped from the ceiling onto her head in her family home in Nonthaburi, Thailand, causing a commotion. The venomous serpent was later captured by emergency personnel, averting further danger. According to the report, a CCTV camera captured the moment when the snake fell from an opening in the ceiling…

  • Road deathsNewlyweds die in motorcycle crash after 43-day marriage

    Newlyweds die in motorcycle crash after 43-day marriage

    A tragic motorcycle accident has claimed the lives of a recently married couple, who had been together for over eight years before finally being married just 43 days ago. The pair, a 39 years old teacher and a 38 years old electrical maintenance worker, were on a leisure trip when the incident occurred. The story began when Areerat, a school…

  • Thailand NewsBuriram man charged with rape of 8 year old niece, resulting in pregnancy at 12

    Buriram man charged with rape of 8 year old niece, resulting in pregnancy at 12

    A 43 year old man from Buriram province faces charges for the alleged rape of a child resulting in her pregnancy. The Thai man had reportedly raped his niece since the age of eight leading to her pregnancy at the age of 12. The girl’s mother sought help from authorities, exposing the abuse that had gone unnoticed over the years. Residents…

  • Thailand NewsComeback craftsman: Skilled artisan nails triumphant return after amputation

    Comeback craftsman: Skilled artisan nails triumphant return after amputation

    The heartwarming story of a skilled craftsman who suffered a severe leg injury in a life-threatening accident has emerged as he made a successful return to work after a two-year hiatus. The Thai man’s remarkable comeback has been made possible due to the unwavering support of his employer and the customers who have applauded the company’s compassionate approach. The touching…

  • Thailand NewsEmotional uprising: Mother looks for guidance after seeing 9 year old daughter’s hateful messages

    Emotional uprising: Mother looks for guidance after seeing 9 year old daughter’s hateful messages

    A mother is seeking advice online after discovering her 9 year old daughter’s concerning message on her phone, despite a lenient upbringing, her child expressed depression and hatred for the family and a feeling of being pressured. The mother shared her story to ask for help in addressing her child’s behaviour and the situation surrounding the issue. The mother revealed…

  • Thailand NewsLottery buffs thirst for Je Fong Beer’s Facebook forecast ahead of final draw

    Lottery buffs thirst for Je Fong Beer’s Facebook forecast ahead of final draw

    Today, lottery buffs eagerly anticipate the final draw, as popular lottery expert Je Fong Beer shared her predictions on Facebook. Her post outlines a variety of lucky numbers, two-digit combinations, and government savings bank numbers for lottery enthusiasts to consider, along with a blessing for success. This week, Je Fong Beer’s lottery predictions for today’s draw focus on the number…