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 NewsBus crash near Wanakorn Park claims 14 lives, injures 35

    Bus crash near Wanakorn Park claims 14 lives, injures 35

    A fatal collision involving a Bangkok-Na Thawi tour bus claimed 14 lives and injured 35 today. The bus, registered under number 14-3301 hit a tree, splitting into two at Huai Yang, Thap Sakae, near the entrance to Wanakorn National Park. At 1am, Anant Totuang, the Deputy Investigation Inspector of Huai Yang Police Station, Thap Sakae District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province,…

  • Thailand NewsProminent Thai scientist faces backlash for threatening behaviour

    Prominent Thai scientist faces backlash for threatening behaviour

    A prominent figure in the world of science in Thailand came under fire for his threatening behaviour. The renowned Thai scientist Ajarn Pong Pang, however, denied any sexual misconduct, admitting to offensive language usage that caused the harm. The controversy began when a woman posted about an idol-level scientist’s threatening behaviour, both physically and mentally, affecting several individuals. Following this,…

  • Thailand NewsSex-reassignment surgeries covered by national health insurance, says NHSO Secretary-General

    Sex-reassignment surgeries covered by national health insurance, says NHSO Secretary-General

    After a social media debate on whether the gold card benefits can cover sex-reassignment surgeries, Dr Jadet Thammathacharee, Secretary-General of the National Health Security Office (NHSO), clarified on December 2, that these surgeries have been part of the national health insurance benefits since 2018, with no exclusion clause. Dr Jadet explained that the announcement by the National Health Security Committee…

  • World NewsShocking forced marriage of teacher sparks controversy in India

    Shocking forced marriage of teacher sparks controversy in India

    A shocking incident has unfolded in Patna, the capital city of Bihar, India, where a newly qualified teacher was abducted by an armed gang of four from his school on November 29. The gang forced him to marry the daughter of one of the perpetrators within 24 hours, adhering to local marriage customs. The disappearance of Gautham Kumar resulted in…

  • Bangkok NewsThai backstage artist fakes kidnapping over 90,000 baht debt in Bangkok

    Thai backstage artist fakes kidnapping over 90,000 baht debt in Bangkok

    A woman known as Premika, who works as a backstage artist, was allegedly kidnapped from her workplace by a group of creditors due to her inability to repay a debt of 90,000 baht. Her husband, using the pseudonym “Ek,” reported the incident to Huai Khwang Police Station. It was revealed that the couple had been together for over a decade…

  • World NewsEnglishman’s late bloom: Loses v-card at 40, breaks social media with his virgin voyage

    Englishman’s late bloom: Loses v-card at 40, breaks social media with his virgin voyage

    A 40 year old Englishman’s unusual story recently went viral on social media after the popular web forum, Reddit, revealed that he lost his virginity just four months ago. The anonymous gentleman posted under the name GuaranteeThin4918, on December 1, and invited users to ask their questions. “I just lost my virginity at age 40, four months ago. It’s crazy,…

  • Thailand NewsRenowned fortune-teller predicts potential misfortunes before new year 2024

    Renowned fortune-teller predicts potential misfortunes before new year 2024

    A recent prediction by the renowned fortune-teller Mor Plai Prai Krasib hints at potential misfortunes in the three days before the new year of 2024. The seer further points to significant changes post-January, with a focus on health issues linked to flying creatures. In an interview published by the Facebook page At Ten Day, Mor Plai unveiled his predictions for…

  • Thailand NewsThai lecturer’s 10 million baht lawsuit after mental health dismissal

    Thai lecturer’s 10 million baht lawsuit after mental health dismissal

    Sombat Boongamanong, also known as Polka Dot, has shed light on the life journey of Dr Keng, a scholarship student who, after completing her PhD in England, returned to work as a Thai university lecturer. However, she fell ill and was asked to resign by the university management, leading to a lawsuit seeking over 10 million baht. Sombat arrived this…

  • Thailand NewsAre bread krathongs harming Bangkok’s public park ponds?

    Are bread krathongs harming Bangkok’s public park ponds?

    Environmental advisor to the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, Pornporm Wikitsate, exposed the negative impacts of biodegradable Krathongs on public park ponds after the recent Loy Krathong Festival. The public, in a bid to reduce waste and protect the environment, had opted to float Krathongs made from bread. However, the aftermath was not as environmentally friendly as anticipated. Pornporm questioned whether bread…

  • Crime NewsFugitive child sexual abuse offender reveals bribery plot to escape justice

    Fugitive child sexual abuse offender reveals bribery plot to escape justice

    German media has uncovered a dark tale of child sexual abuse in Thailand, where a suspect spills the beans on his desperate bid to escape justice by using bribery. The story kicks off in Thailand, where a notorious foreigner involved in child sexual abuse was arrested. The Thai authorities held a press conference to announce the arrest, sending shockwaves through…

  • Thailand NewsPopular snack vendor finds 100,000 baht stolen from Chiang Mai home

    Popular snack vendor finds 100,000 baht stolen from Chiang Mai home

    A popular snack vendor known for her revealing outfit, returned to her Chiang Mai home yesterday, November 30 to find nearly 100,000 baht had been stolen from her safe. The 27 year old vendor, Aranya Abhaiso, also known as Olive Tokyo No Bra, suspects the culprit to be someone close to her and is preparing to file a police report.…

  • World NewsSlap happy: Quirky Slap Bar leaves social media buzzing with bizarre business antics (video)

    Slap happy: Quirky Slap Bar leaves social media buzzing with bizarre business antics (video)

    An unusual business venture known as the Slap Bar has been creating a buzz on social media. The account of @harry_shosta on the Twitter platform shared a clip of this bizarre enterprise, where customers pay for the privilege of being slapped by female employees. This cafe, while offering the usual food and drink services, extends its uniquely strange service to…