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 NewsElderly Thai woman duped by thieves in lottery and gold necklace scam

    Elderly Thai woman duped by thieves in lottery and gold necklace scam

    An elderly Thai woman was tricked by gold necklace thieves performing a scam lottery number ceremony at famous temple in Udon Thani, Thailand. The 75 year old victim lost a one-baht gold necklace worth 32,800 baht (US$993) to the criminals. A Sanook reporter visited Udon Thani’s Wat Phra Thaen yesterday at 3pm to investigate Mai Boonpha’s complaint. She claimed that…

  • World NewsWoman boards Hong Kong Uber in towel, changes while driver watches

    Woman boards Hong Kong Uber in towel, changes while driver watches

    A video of a female passenger in a Hong Kong Uber car has gone viral, sparking debate on whether the incident is staged. The woman, seen initially wearing only a towel, changes her clothes in the car and seemingly irritates the driver, resulting in several exchanges of words. The clip’s duration is approximately five minutes and 52 seconds, showing the…

  • Thailand NewsJackpot seekers get a ‘lotto’ think about: Ten-year analysis reveals Thai lottery trends for June 16 draw

    Jackpot seekers get a ‘lotto’ think about: Ten-year analysis reveals Thai lottery trends for June 16 draw

    Lottery enthusiasts looking for tips for this month’s lottery may want to ponder over a ten-year retrospective analysis of Thai jackpot results for the upcoming June 16 draw, including the most common winning numbers. Looking back at the lottery results for June 16 from the Government Lottery Office in the past ten years, a pattern of frequently occurring numbers has been…

  • World NewsViral image ties social media in knots as love triangle unfolds in Vietnam

    Viral image ties social media in knots as love triangle unfolds in Vietnam

    A viral image featuring a woman who married her neighbour’s older brother a decade after attending his first wedding has captivated social media users in Vietnam. The unexpected love story defies conventional expectations and caused quite a stir online. This unexpected love story began over 10 years ago when a young woman attended the wedding of her neighbour’s brother. No…

  • Eastern Thailand NewsGhost hunter investigates eerie ex-DJ’s flat after haunting reports

    Ghost hunter investigates eerie ex-DJ’s flat after haunting reports

    After the mysterious death of a former DJ, whose body was found at a rental residence in Rayong province, a ghost hunter is investigating. This case drew the attention of Dr. Jiranphan Phetkhaw, a well-known psychic. Locals claimed to have seen the DJ’s ghost, while investigations into the cause of death continue. Dr. Jiranphan visited the room in the early hours…

  • Thailand NewsThai Buddhist monk’s daily life TikTok goes viral (video)

    Thai Buddhist monk’s daily life TikTok goes viral (video)

    A video showing a day in the life of a Thai Buddhist monk went viral, garnering over 600,000 views within hours, as the TikTok vlog gained praise from netizens and increased interest in monastic life. Yesterday a Thai Buddhist monk using the TikTok handle @mek_tc posted a video blog (Vlog) offering a glimpse into the daily life of a monk.…

  • World NewsNotorious Taipei noodle shop employee caught wringing dirty rag into soup pot

    Notorious Taipei noodle shop employee caught wringing dirty rag into soup pot

    A video showing an employee at a famous beef noodle shop in Taipei, Taiwan squeezing dirty rag into a soup pot has sparked outrage online. The longer video potentially contradicts the owner’s insistence that they did not use the water in preparing dishes for customers. According to the report, a delivery driver who witnessed the incident on June 4 while…

  • World NewsBittersweet bite: Tearful TikTok video of woman savouring late mother’s final meal melts hearts online

    Bittersweet bite: Tearful TikTok video of woman savouring late mother’s final meal melts hearts online

    A heart-wrenching TikTok video has gone viral, featuring a woman tearfully eating the last meal prepared by her late mother, sparking an outpouring of support from netizens worldwide. A TikTok user, @boi_masam, tearfully shared a 51-second clip of herself eating a meal. In the video, she reveals that her mother passed away on May 27 and had cooked it as…

  • Politics NewsPrayut government accused of severe ethical breach over Thai constitution violation in torture law delay

    Prayut government accused of severe ethical breach over Thai constitution violation in torture law delay

    The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) received a petition from the Thai Constitution Protection Association and officials of the May 1992 Heroes’ Relatives Committee. The petition accuses the government of PM Prayut Chan-o-cha, particularly Somkid Thepsuthin, the former Minister of Justice, of violating the Thai Constitution through the deliberate postponement of the implementation of the anti-torture and enforced disappearance law. Srisuwan…

  • World NewsFurious wife clings to car and exposes husband’s mistress (video)

    Furious wife clings to car and exposes husband’s mistress (video)

    A Chinese wife shopping with her children got a shocking surprise when she caught her husband in a car with his mistress, leading to a dramatic scene in which she was dragged along the road for 20 meters. The incident has since gone viral online. The event occurred in Xuejiagou, Hebei province, China and started when the wife spotted her husband’s…

  • Thailand NewsPrescription for resignation: Workload forces nearly 900 new doctors to quit

    Prescription for resignation: Workload forces nearly 900 new doctors to quit

    Nearly 900 new doctors quit within six months in Thailand with a heavy workload and poor work systems cited as contributing factors. Meanwhile, the Medical Council has issued guidelines for working hours to help alleviate the situation. Thai medical professionals are concerned about the high number of doctors who resign after a few months. This year, 2,700 newly graduated doctors…

  • Thailand NewsGastrointestinal shocker: Viral video reveals nose-tickling tapeworm terror (video)

    Gastrointestinal shocker: Viral video reveals nose-tickling tapeworm terror (video)

    A video circulating online, showing the removal of a tapeworm of over one metre in length from a patient’s nose, has sparked fears for those who consume raw beef or pork dishes such as Larb, Koy, and Soi Joo. The event probably took place in Laos. The disturbing footage was first posted on Facebook by user Taning Ksb about six…

  • Thailand NewsGhosts or coincidence? DJ’s death adds to haunted room’s dark history

    Ghosts or coincidence? DJ’s death adds to haunted room’s dark history

    A former popular DJ was found dead in his haunted room, leaving a haunting note about ghosts and previous deaths. Neighbours were unaware of the tragic incident until a foul smell led rescuers to investigate. On June 4, the Sawang Phon Kuson Rayong Rescue Foundation, local authorities, and police officers from Muang Rayong Police Station responded to a rented room…

  • Thailand NewsPostman faces 200,000 baht baht bill for lost parcel

    Postman faces 200,000 baht baht bill for lost parcel

    In the Nang Rong district of Buriram province, a postal worker has reported the disappearance of a valuable parcel worth over 200,000 baht (about US$5,800). Seeking fairness and assistance, the postman is uncertain about the fate of the package. The customer who lodged the complaint is demanding compensation for the lost merchandise. Uthai, the postman, admits he signed for the…

  • Crime NewsThai-iranian man stabs friend over fried chicken insult

    Thai-iranian man stabs friend over fried chicken insult

    The police arrested a 29 year old man of Thai-Iranian descent for allegedly attacking his 40 year old Iranian friend during the purchase of fried chicken, reportedly in response to offensive comments. He stabbed the victim multiple times in Chon Buri, and the victim is now in critical condition. CCTV footage from midnight on Sunday, June 4 showed two men…

  • Thailand NewsNewly engaged teen dies in tragic car accident, grief-stricken family mourns

    Newly engaged teen dies in tragic car accident, grief-stricken family mourns

    A 19 year old man tragically died in a car accident after crashing into a tree just days after his engagement. The victim was driving back home from his fiancée’s house when he lost his life in the early hours of the incident. At around 3.30am, police officer Sirichai Charoen Siri, from the Prakhon Chai Police Station in Buriram province,…

  • Thailand NewsTeenage boy found dead on Rayong beach after first visit with family

    Teenage boy found dead on Rayong beach after first visit with family

    The body of a teenage boy who had gone missing while swimming at Suan Son Beach in Rayong province has been found, floating approximately 2 kilometres from the scene of the incident. The teenager’s mother collapsed upon seeing her son’s body. Yesterday, a 14 year old boy was visiting the seaside for the first time with his family. While playing…

  • Thailand NewsCreepy crawler goes viral: Giant centipede ‘wall-stounds’ online viewers (video)

    Creepy crawler goes viral: Giant centipede ‘wall-stounds’ online viewers (video)

    A viral video recently circulating online has captured a giant centipede climbing up a residential wall, leaving viewers intrigued and startled. The clip, posted by TikTok user @paphatsanat, has accumulated over 6 million views since it was uploaded on social media. The owner of the clip said… “I have never seen such a huge and long centipede in my life.”…

  • World NewsScent-sational breakup: Chinese student dumped over ‘foul’ feet post-abortion

    Scent-sational breakup: Chinese student dumped over ‘foul’ feet post-abortion

    Just under a month after having an abortion, a 20 year old Chinese university student was dumped by her boyfriend because her feet were unbearably smelly. The breakup caused widespread interest on Chinese social media and sparked a multitude of comments on their relationship. The 20 year old Chinese university student Liu shared her emotional breakup story online, attracting significant…

  • Thailand NewsThunderstorms hit Thailand: Heavy rainfall sparks flash flood warnings

    Thunderstorms hit Thailand: Heavy rainfall sparks flash flood warnings

    The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning for increased thunderstorms, affecting 37 provinces across the country, including Bangkok. Heavy rainfall is expected in several areas, potentially causing sudden flooding and flash floods, particularly in hilly regions and low-lying areas. The warning is a result of the southwest monsoon, intensified over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, as…

  • Northern Thailand NewsInappropriate performance at renowned Thai temple event sparks criticism

    Inappropriate performance at renowned Thai temple event sparks criticism

    An inappropriate performance sparked criticism during a temple event in Thailand‘s northern Phayao province, resulting in public criticism and an impact on the temple’s reputation. The show, featuring the Likay troupe, displayed some explicit adult scenes not suitable for a family audience. The performance was held during an annual event held between May 25 and June 3. Viewers were shocked…

  • Crime NewsSleeping Thai man attacked with acid, suspect flees neighbouring room

    Sleeping Thai man attacked with acid, suspect flees neighbouring room

    A 46 year old Thai man was attacked with acid while asleep in his rented room in Thailand’s central Samut Prakan province. The neighbouring room’s tenant, who had a previous altercation with the victim, disappeared after the incident. Officers from Samut Prakan’s Samrong Nuea station were notified at 4pm yesterday about a man who had been splashed with acid in…

  • Crime NewsBangkok police relocate officers amid probe into illegal Chinese club drug operation

    Bangkok police relocate officers amid probe into illegal Chinese club drug operation

    Police officers of Makkasan station reassigned following illegal drug raid at a Chinese nightclub in Bangkok‘s Petchaburi area. A committee has been formed by the Commander-in-chief of the Metropolitan Police Division 1 to investigate any potential misconduct and relevant benefits received by officers. Today, Police Lieutenant Colonel Athaphon Wongsiripri-da, the commander of the Metropolitan Police Division 1, issued transfer orders…

  • China NewsToxic beauty standards: Chinese teen dies after losing 25kg to impress a boy

    Toxic beauty standards: Chinese teen dies after losing 25kg to impress a boy

    A Chinese girl, 15 years old, dies after losing 25kg in a quest to win over a boy who preferred thinner women, raising concerns regarding beauty standards in social media. The teenager resorted to extreme methods to lose weight, eventually resulting in her tragic death. The story of Xiaoling (pseudonym), 15 years old, from Tongguan in Guangdong Province, southeast China,…

  • World NewsMalaysian man’s short paternity leave ends in wife’s tragic death, leading to labour rights scrutiny

    Malaysian man’s short paternity leave ends in wife’s tragic death, leading to labour rights scrutiny

    A Malaysian man faced heartbreak when his employer granted only two days of paternity leave for the birth of his child, resulting in his return home to discover his wife dead, and his newborn desperately crying. Public outcry surrounds the employer’s decision, resulting in calls for labour rights scrutiny. This incident happened in Malaysia. According to reports, the man works…

  • Thailand NewsChinese groom’s dowry delivery goes viral, armouring his love with 48 million baht

    Chinese groom’s dowry delivery goes viral, armouring his love with 48 million baht

    A Chinese groom caused a stir on social media after using an armoured pickup truck and a team of bodyguards to transport a dowry worth more than 48 million baht (US$1.4 million) to his bride’s family. The Chinese dowry included cash, gold, luxury watches, diamonds, and jewellery. The elaborate dowry presentation took place on Tuesday, May 30, in Taizhou, Zhejiang…

  • Crime NewsMysterious death: Thai man found lifeless in auctioned building triggers Rayong investigation

    Mysterious death: Thai man found lifeless in auctioned building triggers Rayong investigation

    Rayong police have launched an investigation into the mysterious death of an unemployed Thai man, whose lifeless body was discovered yesterday in an auctioned commercial building. Authorities are exploring various potential causes of death, including pre-existing health conditions or the possibility of intentional suicide. Police became aware that the new owner of the building had repeatedly requested the 52 year…

  • World NewsIndian bride rejects groom at wedding after discovering his bald truth

    Indian bride rejects groom at wedding after discovering his bald truth

    A wedding in India was cancelled after the bride discovered the groom’s baldness during the ceremony, causing her to faint mid-event. Following her recovery, she demanded the wedding be called off, sparking disputes between both families. The incident occurred in India on February 23, 2023, as the groom and his family visited the bride’s home for the wedding ceremony. As…

  • Thailand NewsRoadblock frustration: Chiang Mai woman’s year-long struggle to register and insure EV

    Roadblock frustration: Chiang Mai woman’s year-long struggle to register and insure EV

    A Chiang Mai woman revealed her distress after buying an electric vehicle (EV) only to find herself unable to register it with the transport authorities and get insurance for over a year. The woman claims that numerous others face the same issue. A Facebook user named “Sipim Manassawat,” a young woman living in Chiang Mai province shared her harrowing experience…

  • Thailand NewsJackpot triumph: Lucky winner pockets 36 million baht from digital lottery ‘E-Wallet’

    Jackpot triumph: Lucky winner pockets 36 million baht from digital lottery ‘E-Wallet’

    One lucky winner claimed the first prize of the digital lottery “E-Wallet” and scooped 36 million baht (US$1,000,000) from six tickets. Following the announcement of the government Lottery results today, June 1, the winning ticket numbers for the first prize were 125272, while the three-digit suffix prize numbers were 971 and 386. The two-digit suffix prize numbers were 09. According…