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 NewsTango of revenge: Argentine man mastermind’s samba trip to Brazil, funded by unfaithful girlfriend

    Tango of revenge: Argentine man mastermind’s samba trip to Brazil, funded by unfaithful girlfriend

    An Argentine man devised a cunning plan to exact revenge on his unfaithful girlfriend by taking her on a luxurious trip to Brazil, all funded by her. The video of the incident, shared on TikTok, has drawn attention from millions of viewers, garnering over two million views. Charlie captured himself and his girlfriend walking along the beach in the video…

  • Thailand NewsNortheast Thailand: Villagers flock to Ya Kok shrine for lottery luck

    Northeast Thailand: Villagers flock to Ya Kok shrine for lottery luck

    Residents of the village of Mab Krad, Khok Krachai, Khon Buri, and Nakhon Ratchasima, are gathering at the Ya Kok shrine to seek good fortune for the upcoming lottery draw. This follows the appearance of the second-prize lottery number. Residents offer worship items including savoury and sweet food like pork heads, boiled chicken, and beverages. They lay their purchased lottery…

  • World NewsHamas agrees to release hostages in Israel-Gaza strip negotiations

    Hamas agrees to release hostages in Israel-Gaza strip negotiations

    The Hamas group has agreed in principle to release at least 50 women and children held in Israel, in exchange for approximately 240 foreign and Israeli nationals currently detained in the Gaza Strip. The agreement is now under consideration by Israel. According to Arab diplomats, these negotiations took place in Qatar, with the country also acting as a mediator between…

  • China NewsChinese bride shocked by real amount in gift card from mother-in-law

    Chinese bride shocked by real amount in gift card from mother-in-law

    A Chinese woman, who works for an Internet company, shared an unusual mother-in-law and daughter-in-law experience. After marrying her husband last year, the 28 year old Lin received a bank card as a gift from her mother-in-law but was shocked when she discovered the real amount of money in it. Lin revealed that her husband’s parents are government officials with…

  • Thailand NewsJob interview attire: Woman’s revealing dress sparks controversy

    Job interview attire: Woman’s revealing dress sparks controversy

    A young woman from Guangzhou, China caused concern for her job interviewers by her choice of attire, a revealing black dress. In an increasingly competitive job market, potential candidates are going to great lengths to distinguish themselves. Beyond skills and abilities, physical appearance and personal image have become critical elements in securing employment or even a life partner. A young…

  • Thailand NewsCentral Thailand: Prasat Bun Sathan Foundation honours preserved Golden Babies

    Central Thailand: Prasat Bun Sathan Foundation honours preserved Golden Babies

    A ceremony was held today to honour eight Golden Babies and three adult bodies, all remarkably preserved, at the Phitsanulok‘s Prasat Bun Sathan Foundation. This was part of their third ceremony for collecting and cremating unidentified bodies. The bodies were exhumed from 453 graves at the Khao Fah Cemetery. The ceremony attracted many individuals who sought blessings, believed to be…

  • Thailand NewsRayong: Mysterious pot found floating in canal sparks local curiosity

    Rayong: Mysterious pot found floating in canal sparks local curiosity

    A 37 year old man made a startling discovery while fishing in a canal in Pluak Daeng, Rayong today. Viraphong Tongha came across an earthen pot, tightly bound with a red cloth, that was floating in the water. The sight of the mysterious pot covered in red cloth and securely tied sparked fear and curiosity among residents. The incident occurred in…

  • China NewsMan attempts to return wife for leaving child home alone, mother-in-law refuses

    Man attempts to return wife for leaving child home alone, mother-in-law refuses

    A man returned his wife to her mother’s home after she repeatedly left their young daughter alone to sneak out and play cards. However, the mother-in-law refused to accept her back, stating that no returns were allowed. The man had given his wife a dowry of 380,000 yuan (1.86 million baht) when they married. Initially, their married life was joyful…

  • World NewsUnexpected connection: Late mother’s number replies

    Unexpected connection: Late mother’s number replies

    A surprising incident caught the attention of the online world when Minnie, a young woman from Singapore, received an unexpected reply from the mobile number of her mother who passed away four years ago. Minnie continued to send text messages to her mother’s phone number intermittently, using this method to alleviate her sorrow and feel as though she was still…

  • World NewsNightly jogs expose wife’s affair prompting immediate divorce

    Nightly jogs expose wife’s affair prompting immediate divorce

    A man working away from home discovered his wife’s nightly jogs were not as innocent as she claimed. This revelation followed an anonymous phone call hinting at the truth, leading to an immediate divorce. Three years prior, Zhang, a man in his late twenties, married his 27 year old wife, Yan. Not long after their marriage, he had to travel…

  • World NewsThai-British boy fights school bully with Thai boxing skills: Video stirs online outrage

    Thai-British boy fights school bully with Thai boxing skills: Video stirs online outrage

    The online world is ablaze following a video leak of a school brawl in the UK. The footage shows a 12 year old Thai-British boy being bullied by a 17 year old cohort. Despite his younger age and smaller size, the boy puts up a brave fight using his Thai boxing skills but ultimately fails to withstand the physical assault. The…

  • Thailand NewsThai merchant in warrior outfit draws crowds for lottery luck at local temple

    Thai merchant in warrior outfit draws crowds for lottery luck at local temple

    A merchant has donned a warrior outfit in a bid to promote some good luck ahead of tomorrow’s national lottery draw. At Wat Salalee, Bang Phai Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nonthaburi Province, residents yesterday flocked to the local temple to pray for fortune, seek career advice, and crack an egg for lucky numbers. The lottery good luck faithful have returned multiple…

  • World NewsLady’s rock-solid gamble rocks the art world: 14.8 million baht red stone reveals jaw-dropping hidden value

    Lady’s rock-solid gamble rocks the art world: 14.8 million baht red stone reveals jaw-dropping hidden value

    A woman’s monumental investment in a peculiar red stone has shocked experts, yielding a return considerably higher than anticipated. The stone, originally purchased for around 14.8 million baht, was revealed to be a highly valuable artefact. In recent years, China has seen a surge in the buying and selling of antiques, items that are not only rare but also incredibly…

  • China NewsOffice love controversy: Young worker proposes to 50 year old boss

    Office love controversy: Young worker proposes to 50 year old boss

    A surprising love confession between a 26 year old office worker and his 50 year old female boss stirred Chinese social media. The young man decided to propose to his boss amidst a company party, revealing the affection he had developed over time. The 26 year old had previously been romantically linked to his colleagues, but due to income disparities,…

  • China NewsBride returns dowry tenfold and gifts land rover in Thai baht value

    Bride returns dowry tenfold and gifts land rover in Thai baht value

    What is the appropriate dowry? Many people have argued that for couples who truly love each other, the value of the dowry is merely a formality. This is because what the bride truly desires may not be wealth, but rather the positive attitude of her life partner and a married life filled with happiness and understanding. On November 9, a…

  • Thailand NewsUnraveling the mystery: Ancient wooden pillow from Thailand stirs online buzz

    Unraveling the mystery: Ancient wooden pillow from Thailand stirs online buzz

    The Facebook page Here at 8 Strips sparked a wave of intrigue online after posting an image of an antique wooden object, a common household item in days gone by, but unfamiliar to the current generation. The post rapidly went viral, attracting a flood of guesswork comments from netizens, suggesting it could be anything from a water pot base, book…

  • Thailand NewsJackpot jigsaw: Decoding this week’s lottery statistics as risk-takers await November 16 draw

    Jackpot jigsaw: Decoding this week’s lottery statistics as risk-takers await November 16 draw

    The lottery statistics for this week’s upcoming draw have been released, offering a chance for risk-takers to analyse the numbers. The standout numbers and the strong contenders are ready for evaluation. The main question is, what numbers will be drawn on this day, November 16? The lottery result for November 16, 2022, saw the first prize number as 121789. The…

  • Thailand NewsGiant snake surprises driver in viral TikTok video from Thailand

    Giant snake surprises driver in viral TikTok video from Thailand

    A viral TikTok video showcasing a terrifying incident of a giant snake slithering along the door of a pickup truck has engrossed online users. The video, posted by TikTok user @noodiw030333, captures the unsuspecting moment, leaving viewers to ponder the reaction of the vehicle’s driver upon discovering the unexpected guest. The video ends without revealing whether the driver became aware…

  • Thailand NewsMysterious Naga tracks discovered at Lampang temple during Kathina festival

    Mysterious Naga tracks discovered at Lampang temple during Kathina festival

    An unusual trail of Naga tracks was discovered near a pond at the back of the Wat San Pa Teung Wana Ram temple in Phra Bat, Mueang, Lampang yesterday during the Kathina (a Buddhist festival) celebrations. Villagers and a famous financial company jointly donated Kathina robes at the temple. The unexpected sight of these mysterious marks, believed by locals to…

  • Thailand NewsBoat race tragedy: Champion drowns celebrating victory in Thailand

    Boat race tragedy: Champion drowns celebrating victory in Thailand

    A tragic twist of fate turned joy into sorrow when a 54 year old from Buriram province, drowned after happily jumping into the Chakkarat River to celebrate his team’s victory in a long boat race. The unfortunate boat race tragedy occurred yesterday, at the racing site along Chakkarat River, a tributary of the Mekong River, in the town of Phimai,…

  • Thailand NewsElderly women hope for lottery luck after blessings from Grandfather Srisuttho

    Elderly women hope for lottery luck after blessings from Grandfather Srisuttho

    A doubling of luck has graced two elderly women who returned to seek fortune from Grandfather Srisuttho. After a winning streak in the last lottery round, they are hoping for a stroke of luck this time with both three-digit and two-digit numbers. Yesterday, a visit to Wat Sridaram, located in the village of Kham Sida, Na Chum Saeng sub-district, Thung…

  • China NewsAccidental broadcast: Teacher shares sweet chat with girlfriend in class

    Accidental broadcast: Teacher shares sweet chat with girlfriend in class

    A young teacher unintentionally turned red-faced when he inadvertently broadcast a sweet conversation with his girlfriend to his classroom. The accidental broadcast left the students in stitches, transforming a routine day into a memorable one. The evolution of technology has brought about significant changes in the educational sector. Gone are the days of white chalk on blackboards, replaced by multimedia…

  • China NewsWedding dowry drama: Bride rejects friend’s extra 1 million baht demand

    Wedding dowry drama: Bride rejects friend’s extra 1 million baht demand

    A wedding in China took an unexpected turn when the bride, Xiao Meng, refused to bow to her close friend’s demand for an additional dowry of 200,000 yuan (1 million baht). Xiao Meng and her groom, a hardworking and ambitious young man named Xiao Jun, remained unfazed by the request, prioritising love over money. Xiao Jun, known for his good…

  • World NewsTwo year old swallows eight needles: Urgent surgery saves boy’s life in Peru

    Two year old swallows eight needles: Urgent surgery saves boy’s life in Peru

    A two year old boy in the agricultural town of Tarapoto, Peru, swallowed eight needles while playing on the farm where his mother works. Upon discovery, his mother rushed him to the hospital, where an X-ray revealed the scattered needles in his abdomen. The dangerous situation led to an immediate two-hour surgery to successfully remove all eight needles. The boy…

  • Thailand NewsMother and daughter found drowned in Uthai Thani in tragic suicide

    Mother and daughter found drowned in Uthai Thani in tragic suicide

    A tragic incident unfolded in Uthai Thani province when a 30 year old woman and her 3 year old daughter were found drowned in a pond yesterday, around 9am. The event was reported to Ban Rai Police Station by Village Chief, Winai Khamkrongkaew. Authorities, including Nathakit Nithichatcharoenkun, an Investigative Officer from Ban Rai Police Station, and a rescue team rushed…

  • Thailand NewsSeaman stains: Luxury yacht stewardess spills the beans, from glass table poops to canine cuddles at sea

    Seaman stains: Luxury yacht stewardess spills the beans, from glass table poops to canine cuddles at sea

    A 39 year old yacht stewardess, Giselle Azueta provides an inside look into the peculiar demands of wealthy customers aboard luxury yachts, from pooping on a glass table to stroking a dog’s ears. The job, while financially rewarding and travel-inclusive, has its fair share of unusual scenarios. Azueta often shares her work stories on TikTok, revealing the challenging nature of…

  • Thailand NewsMischievous bride: Groom’s jaw drops as ex-girlfriends play bridesmaids in unexpected wedding twist

    Mischievous bride: Groom’s jaw drops as ex-girlfriends play bridesmaids in unexpected wedding twist

    A groom received an unexpected surprise when he arrived to pick up his bride and found that her bridesmaids were all his ex-girlfriends. This unusual event took place at the wedding of a couple from Chongqing, China, after a two-year courtship. The bride, known as Liu, discovered that some of her friends had previously dated her groom. Instead of being…

  • Thailand NewsThai Tourist Police wear new reflective jackets for enhanced public safety

    Thai Tourist Police wear new reflective jackets for enhanced public safety

    The Tourist Police, led by the National Police Chief, have begun to wear new reflective jackets while ensuring public safety for both residents and tourists. The move, spearheaded by Police Lieutenant Colonel Saksira Pheuakam, aims to inspire confidence and security in the preservation of people’s lives and property as the festive season approaches. The operation was launched at the centralwOrld…

  • Thailand NewsGhostly deserted village in Bangkok goes viral on TikTok (video)

    Ghostly deserted village in Bangkok goes viral on TikTok (video)

    A viral video, viewed over six million times, has surfaced online, posted by an electricity meter reader, showing what appears to be a ghostly, deserted village in the Pracha Uthit district of Bangkok. The TikTok user, @jrlouis0, posted the footage while reading electricity meters in the area which resembles an abandoned village. The video, captioned: Give this village the number…

  • China NewsBreaking news: Anchor keeps composure as false tooth falls out on live TV

    Breaking news: Anchor keeps composure as false tooth falls out on live TV

    An unexpected incident occurred during a live television broadcast when a female news anchor’s supposed false tooth fell out while she was speaking. The incident took place on November 4, on the 24-hour news channel CCTV13 of China Central Television. The professional manner in which she handled the awkward situation has drawn widespread praise online. The anchor, known for her…

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