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.
  • Politics NewsPheu Thai leader denies backroom deals: High-ranking Parliamentary roles still up for grabs

    Pheu Thai leader denies backroom deals: High-ranking Parliamentary roles still up for grabs

    The Pheu Thai leader denies allocating high-ranking Parliamentary roles for his party, asserting that discussions are still ongoing to fill key positions. Despite rumours of potential nominees, Pheu Thai chief Chonlanan Srikaew maintains that no final decision has been made. Chonlanan addressed the ongoing negotiations concerning the appointment of the President of the House of Representatives, stating that talks between his…

  • Thailand NewsPregnant woman vomits 10-15cm roundworms, warns on undercooked food risks

    Pregnant woman vomits 10-15cm roundworms, warns on undercooked food risks

    A pregnant patient at DonSak Hospital in Surat Thani, Thailand, discovered two intestinal roundworms, each longer than 10-15 centimetres, in her vomit. Doctors believe the 27 year old ingested the parasites from contaminated fruits and vegetables. DonSak Hospital shared the story on its Facebook page, explaining that the eight months pregnant woman had been experiencing abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting…

  • Thailand NewsCash and carry: Vietnamese bride’s counting prowess wows online

    Cash and carry: Vietnamese bride’s counting prowess wows online

    A Vietnamese bride‘s ingenious approach to dealing with the overwhelming number of cash-filled envelopes from her wedding grabbed the spotlight online. Using a money counting machine, the savvy bride easily managed the task, garnering attention on social media. Counting money after a wedding ceremony is considered a charming activity for many couples, as they smile at the names of relatives…

  • World NewsHusband catches wife cheating as street light reveals adulterous embrace

    Husband catches wife cheating as street light reveals adulterous embrace

    A 29 year old man in Ein Sue district of China’s Hubei province discovered his wife’s infidelity through a chance encounter by their home window. The couple had been married for seven years before their relationship crumbled, following the husband’s job loss due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The man, known as Phoo (a pseudonym), was introduced to his wife, Tong (a…

  • Thailand NewsThai minimum wage: Coalition parties and industry council engage in discussions

    Thai minimum wage: Coalition parties and industry council engage in discussions

    Eight Thai political parties agreed to support a Thai minimum wage increase to 450 baht (US$13) per day and continued discussions with the Federation of Thai Industries about moving the bill forward. Pita Limjaroenrat, leader of the Move Forward Party (MFP), emphasized the excellent cooperation within the coalition government. The MFP leader informed INN News that the atmosphere during the…

  • World NewsLove Confession Day turns into betrayal: Husband catches cheating wife in the act

    Love Confession Day turns into betrayal: Husband catches cheating wife in the act

    A marriage was shaken to its core on “Love Confession Day” in China after a husband caught his wife dating another man while out with his daughter in the Jiangsu province. The cheating wife then defended her lover when confronted. ‘A,’ a married woman, chose to celebrate Love Confession Day, which is similar to Valentine’s Day, by secretly dating another man…

  • Eastern Thailand NewsThai man saves python from cooking pot, offers it to monks

    Thai man saves python from cooking pot, offers it to monks

    A Thai man saved a 3-metre long python from being cooked and decided to offer it to monks at the Kode Thim Tharam temple in the eastern Rayong province. However, the monks declined the offer due to inappropriate conditions for the snake at the temple. Today at 7am, Prasert Linsamphan brought a python named ‘Nong Jiji’ to the Kode Thim…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesHeavy rain warning across Thailand, strong winds raise flood risk

    Heavy rain warning across Thailand, strong winds raise flood risk

    Heavy rain and flash floods are forecast across Thailand today with a 70% chance of Bangkok being affected. Compelling precautions, the Thai Meteorological Department has warned residents in at-risk areas. The Meteorological Department reports that for the next 24 hours, beginning from 6pm yesterday until 6pm today, heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected across the northern, central, and eastern regions…

  • World NewsSkeletons of three infants found in 70 year old woman’s wardrobe

    Skeletons of three infants found in 70 year old woman’s wardrobe

    A 70 year old Japanese woman in Osaka alarmed police with a phone call stating she had just given birth. Upon arrival at her home, officers discovered the skeleton remains of three infants hidden in a wardrobe for around 40 years. The woman from Daito, Osaka, Japan, made a sudden call to the police on Thursday, May 25, vaguely claiming…

  • Thailand NewsTikTok sensation: Daring orange tabby cat stuns with pool diving skills

    TikTok sensation: Daring orange tabby cat stuns with pool diving skills

    A clip of an orange tabby cat named Fuji secretly diving into a swimming pool has gone viral online after being shared on TikTok. The feline’s antics left the owner baffled, initially thinking the pet had accidentally fallen into the water. The video was posted on TikTok by the @jaratpongouytrak4 account. It quickly garnered attention from cat lovers as it…

  • World NewsTaiwanese couple gropes on motorbike at traffic lights sparks outrage

    Taiwanese couple gropes on motorbike at traffic lights sparks outrage

    A Taiwanese man has been accused of inappropriately touching a woman as they both rode a motorcycle whilst waiting at a traffic light. The pair’s acts have drawn widespread criticism online after a video clip of the incident went viral. A short video has emerged online in Taiwan, sparking outrage and criticism. The footage, posted on the Taiwanese website Nextapple,…

  • Thailand NewsA bug’s life: Century-old temple overrun by termites attracts lottery enthusiasts in search of lucky signs

    A bug’s life: Century-old temple overrun by termites attracts lottery enthusiasts in search of lucky signs

    A century-old temple in Phetchabun province, Thailand, has termites almost completely covering its ancient Buddha statues. News of this brought lottery enthusiasts dashing to the temple in search of lucky signs. Locals and temple committee members opened the ancient chapel at Noen MaKha Noi Temple in preparation for its renovation, yesterday, May 29. Upon entering, they witnessed large termites covering…

  • Thailand NewsJackpot winner strikes gold with 19 lottery tickets after visit to Tiger Shrine

    Jackpot winner strikes gold with 19 lottery tickets after visit to Tiger Shrine

    A lucky Thai man scooped a 114 million baht jackpot after buying 19 digital lottery tickets, following a visit to the renowned Tiger Shrine on the shrine’s opening day. He later returned to perform a ritual with his family, seeking blessings and good fortune. The Thanakhan Phoem Bun Foundation, a major philanthropic organisation managing the Tiger Shrine, shared photographs and…

  • Thailand NewsBangkok bids to host World Pride 2023, promoting LGBTQ+ acceptance

    Bangkok bids to host World Pride 2023, promoting LGBTQ+ acceptance

    Bangkok is preparing to host the highly anticipated World Pride event in 2028, with Move Forward Party (MFP) leader and deputy prime minister Pita Limjaroenrat unveiling the ‘Road to Bangkok Pride 2023’ campaign. This landmark event aims to celebrate diversity, foster equality, and establish Thailand as a premier LGBTQ+ tourism destination. After Sydney, Washington D.C., and Amsterdam, MFP leader Pita…

  • Thailand NewsFortune teller reveals lucky lottery numbers, thrilling hopeful crowds

    Fortune teller reveals lucky lottery numbers, thrilling hopeful crowds

    The Thevada Fortune Teller‘s office in Rayong held a ceremony, where locals sought blessings for luck after winning significant lottery prizes in the past. The auspicious numbers revealing event mesmerized the attendees. The ceremony took place at Thevada Fortune Teller office located along BanKhai-BanBueng road in Nong Bua, Ban Khai District, Rayong. Niruth Lamdapwong, Thevada Fortune Teller (Psychic Communicator with…

  • World NewsRare albino panda spotted in China’s Wolong National Nature Reserve (video)

    Rare albino panda spotted in China’s Wolong National Nature Reserve (video)

    On Saturday, an infrared camera at the Wolong National Nature Reserve in China’s southwestern Sichuan province captured footage of an all-white giant panda approaching another panda and her cub. The footage, taken in late February, shows the rare albino panda interacting with the panda pair. The video reveals that the all-white panda walked straight toward the resting panda mother and…

  • Thailand NewsLottery prediction by Je Fong Beer released

    Lottery prediction by Je Fong Beer released

    As the Thai government lottery draws near on Thursday 1 June, several sources have provided their predictions, including famous celebrities, political news, online world, and renowned fortune-tellers. One such person, Je Fong Beer, has recently shared his top lottery number predictions for the upcoming draw. Je Fong Beer, owner of the Facebook page “Je Fong Beer 888,” has become famous…

  • Chiang Mai NewsChiang Mai teens seen vaping, sniffing glue in public in downtown

    Chiang Mai teens seen vaping, sniffing glue in public in downtown

    A group of audacious Chiang Mai teenagers, all under the age of 16, astounded onlookers with their outrageous behavior near the historic city moat in Chiang Mai. Their exploits included frolicking in the water, engaging in provocative dance moves, and using electronic cigarettes and inhalants, all while blatantly ignoring the stares and concerns of passersby who observed them. Four males…

  • World NewsIndian official drains dam searching for lost phone during selfie mishap

    Indian official drains dam searching for lost phone during selfie mishap

    Indian official suspended after draining millions of litres from a local reservoir to retrieve a dropped mobile phone while taking a selfie, causing controversy and disciplinary action for involved personnel. Rajesh Vishwas, a 32 year old food safety officer, accidentally dropped his Samsung S23 Ultra worth 39,900 baht (US$1,144) in a three-metre deep reservoir during a picnic with friends. Despite…

  • Thailand NewsThai lottery buffs get a buzz out of bees for June 1 draw

    Thai lottery buffs get a buzz out of bees for June 1 draw

    A compilation of noteworthy Thai lottery numbers from various sources ahead of the June 1 draw is making a buzz online, as netizens share their preferred combinations in hopes of winning big. The car registration of a Thai resident became the focus of superstitious Thais after a swarm of bees swiftly established a hive on the parked car. Several people…

  • Central Thailand NewsLarge seabird finds refuge on Nonthaburi roof

    Large seabird finds refuge on Nonthaburi roof

    A large seabird found a refuge on a roof in Thailand’s central Nonthaburi province. At 5.30pm yesterday, a 63 year old Thai resident of Lebanese descent, Nadim Salhani, reported a large seabird perching on his home’s roof in Sai Ma sub-district of the main city district. Nadim’s children, 24 year old Kamin, and 26 year old Palisa, alerted him to…

  • World NewsBride in China surprises groom by dressing up as Ultra-man on wedding day

    Bride in China surprises groom by dressing up as Ultra-man on wedding day

    True love transcends boundaries as a bride surprises her groom by dressing as his favourite superhero, Ultraman, on their wedding day in Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China. The unexpected gesture delights the groom and created a memorable moment for the couple. On May 20th, a popular day for couples to make lifelong commitments, a couple in Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China, celebrated…

  • World NewsHomeless man in China teaches English to students on pavement, exchanges knowledge for money

    Homeless man in China teaches English to students on pavement, exchanges knowledge for money

    A homeless man in China’s Hebei province has captured netizens’ attention for teaching English lessons to groups of students on a pavement rather than begging for money. With a fascinating background, his lessons cost between 24-122 baht per hour or an equal value in fruits and vegetables. Website CTWANT reported on this homeless man in Hebei province who has garnered…

  • World NewsVideo: Asiana Airlines emergency door opens mid-flight, passengers safe

    Video: Asiana Airlines emergency door opens mid-flight, passengers safe

    The authorities arrested a 30 year old passenger on an Asiana Airlines flight for opening an emergency exit while the plane was in flight. The incident compelled the plane to make a safe landing, and all 194 passengers and crew members managed to escape unharmed. However, six passengers, who experienced difficulty breathing, were promptly taken to the hospital. The emergency…

  • Thailand NewsMyanmar woman gives birth in hotel lobby, traffic police assist safe delivery

    Myanmar woman gives birth in hotel lobby, traffic police assist safe delivery

    A pregnant Myanmar woman safely gave birth in a hotel lobby with assistance from the Thai traffic police force known as Traffic Police Royal Initiative Project. This marks the 257th emergency childbirth event aided by the police force. On 26 May, Pol. Lt. Gen. Nithithorn Chinthakanon, Commander of the Traffic Police Division, shared that the incident happened yesterday at a…

  • Thailand NewsWarning: Hot cars cause sealed fizzy drinks to explode

    Warning: Hot cars cause sealed fizzy drinks to explode

    A medical technician warned motorists against leaving pressurised liquids in hot cars as explosions could cause shattered glass. Yesterday, May 25, well-known Medical Science Technician Phakphum Dethatsadin warned in a Facebook post about the risks of leaving tightly sealed fizzy drink containers, whether bottles or cans, inside hot cars. The message quickly went viral, with numerous netizens reading, sharing, and…

  • Thailand NewsHeavy rain and thunderstorms threaten 50 provinces, Bangkok braces for downpour

    Heavy rain and thunderstorms threaten 50 provinces, Bangkok braces for downpour

    The Thai Meteorological Department warned of thunderstorms and strong winds in 50 provinces, including Bangkok, as weather conditions change due to low-pressure systems. From May 27-30, rainfall is expected to increase, and it could be heavy in some areas. Boats have been advised to exercise caution and avoid areas with thunderstorms. Today, the weather forecast for the next 24 hours is…

  • World NewsYoung daughter marries man who cares for her to silence mum’s constant complaints

    Young daughter marries man who cares for her to silence mum’s constant complaints

    A young daughter recently shared a story about her mother’s constant complaints about her laziness and late waking habits. Her mother would question who would care for her if she got married and didn’t have her mother around anymore. However, a few years later, the woman’s response to her mother’s concerns became evident through the photographs she shared on social…

  • Thailand NewsSpeeding pickup truck flips on Si Rat expressway – driver dies in collision

    Speeding pickup truck flips on Si Rat expressway – driver dies in collision

    A high-speed collision involving a pickup truck on the Si Rat Expressway in Bangkok resulted in the vehicle flipping over and the driver tragically losing his life. The incident occurred at the expressway’s entrance near Ngamwongwan Road, where the pickup truck was found completely wrecked. The accident involved an Isuzu D-Max, which collided with a cement barrier due to excessive…

  • Thailand NewsKnife rampage: Man terrorises shoppers, vandalises cars outside mall after losing job

    Knife rampage: Man terrorises shoppers, vandalises cars outside mall after losing job

    A man wielding knives went on a rampage near a busy shopping centre in Nonthaburi, Thailand, allegedly due to stress from being unemployed. Officers from the Bang Bua Thong Police Station were alerted to the frenzied incident at around 8pm yesterday, which saw the man brandishing sharp weapons and attacking cars amongst nearby pedestrians. At the scene, officials discovered a…

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