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 NewsMysterious death in Chon Buri: Thai woman found lifeless, sudden demise puzzles community

    Mysterious death in Chon Buri: Thai woman found lifeless, sudden demise puzzles community

    A mysterious death shook the community when a 54 year old woman was found lifeless in her single-story room in Tung Community, Si Racha District, Chon Buri Province. The woman, Inthiporn, was found lying on her back, her arms rigid, with foam around her mouth. No signs of physical assault were detected on her body. Inthiporn’s 42 year old partner,…

  • Thailand NewsOctober 16 lottery numbers: A historical jackpot journal for risk-takers

    October 16 lottery numbers: A historical jackpot journal for risk-takers

    Historical lottery statistics for October 16 provide a glimpse into the winning numbers of each year, offering a treasure trove of information for risk-takers to analyse. Let’s delve into the prominent numbers and those that have been strong contenders. For the October 16, 2022 lottery draw, the following numbers were drawn: First prize: 613106 Three-digit prefix: 158, 037 Three-digit suffix:…

  • Thailand NewsBuddhist beacon dims: Revered royal monk’s passing leaves temple in deep contemplation

    Buddhist beacon dims: Revered royal monk’s passing leaves temple in deep contemplation

    A revered royal ecclesiastical advisor has passed away, leaving the Buddhist community in mourning. Pranee Intawaso was the advisor to the head of the 14th region and assistant abbot at Wat Rai Khing, a royal temple in Nakhon Pathom. On October 7, Pranee Intawaso passed away peacefully at Sam Phran Hospital, Nakhon Pathom. The highly respected Buddhist monk, who had…

  • Thailand NewsCondo chaos: Thai landlord’s shocking discovery unveils tenant’s destructive tale (video)

    Condo chaos: Thai landlord’s shocking discovery unveils tenant’s destructive tale (video)

    A Thai property owner recently made a startling discovery when inspecting a condo he had leased to a young Thai woman. What he encountered was a horrifying scene of wanton destruction and neglect. The landlord revealed that the tenant had failed to pay rent for several months and had vanished without a trace, leaving the property in a deplorable and…

  • Thailand NewsNurse Count Dao treats homeless man’s injury in a heartfelt video

    Nurse Count Dao treats homeless man’s injury in a heartfelt video

    A well-known TikToker suphaporn9949, also known as Nurse Count Dao, recently shared a poignant and deeply moving, heart-wrenching video. After spotting an elderly man, appearing to be homeless, sitting in front of a convenience store, she decided to buy him a meal. However, her attention was drawn to a substantial wound on his foot, compelling her to purchase medicine and…

  • Thailand NewsThai farm worker killed in Israel, wife mourns unexpected loss

    Thai farm worker killed in Israel, wife mourns unexpected loss

    A 39 year old Thai farm worker from Kalasin, Thailand, was tragically killed in Israel yesterday, leaving his wife in shock as they had just spoken that morning. The victim, identified as Somkuan Phansadat, had been working on a farm in Israel when he was caught up in an act of violence perpetrated by Hamas, seen by many in the West…

  • World NewsHamas attack at Israeli music festival kills over 260

    Hamas attack at Israeli music festival kills over 260

    The deadly attack by Hamas militants on an Israeli music festival resulted in over 260 fatalities, including 12 Thais and a 30 year old German tourist, Shani Louk. The incident occurred near the Gaza border in a southern region of Israel on Saturday. The local Israeli emergency response organization, Zaka, reported the discovery of over 260 bodies near the festival…

  • Thailand NewsThai truck driver shot in Israel during Hamas attack, contact lost

    Thai truck driver shot in Israel during Hamas attack, contact lost

    A 28 year old woman from Nong Song Hong District, Khon Kaen, revealed a shocking incident involving her 26 year old husband. The woman, Supattra Asanok, revealed her husband, Phadung Butmo, originally from Kham Mueang District, Khon Kaen, currently works as an agricultural goods truck driver in Israel. He was shot in the back and right buttock during a Hamas…

  • Bangkok NewsFormer diplomat found dead in Bangkok luxury home under mysterious circumstances

    Former diplomat found dead in Bangkok luxury home under mysterious circumstances

    The body of a former diplomat was discovered in the bathroom of a luxurious house, locked from the outside and covered with cardboard boxes today. The house, located in the affluent neighbourhood of Soi Vibhavadi Rangsit 20, Jom Phon, Chatuchak, Bangkok, was inspected by Deputy Superintendent Puthipong Hongthong and his team following the report of a death. The three-storey luxury…

  • Thailand NewsAccused gambling MP sits on Anti-Corruption Committee, claims Thai Patriots Network leader

    Accused gambling MP sits on Anti-Corruption Committee, claims Thai Patriots Network leader

    Srisuwan Janya, the leader of the Thai Patriots Network, revealed that a member of Ratchaburi’s House of Representatives, previously accused of gambling in a viral video, sits on the Anti-Corruption Committee. This is a committee that is highly contested, especially when the individual was a member of the Blue Party during his tenure as a Ratchaburi representative. Despite the selection…

  • World NewsChinese student profits from booming bridesmaid rental industry, earning up to 1,500 baht per wedding

    Chinese student profits from booming bridesmaid rental industry, earning up to 1,500 baht per wedding

    A 21 year old Chinese student has made a lucrative part-time career as a professional bridesmaid for hire, having attended over 50 weddings. It’s not her fame that has led to these invitations, but her role as a paid companion for brides. For each event, she earns a starting fee of around 288 yuan, approximately 1,500 baht (US$40), which is…

  • Road deathsTourist vehicle overturns on Doi Inthanon injuring six: Driver’s unfamiliarity suspected

    Tourist vehicle overturns on Doi Inthanon injuring six: Driver’s unfamiliarity suspected

    A tourist vehicle overturned on Doi Inthanon, resulting in injuries to six passengers. The accident happened near kilometres 32-33 on the route to Doi Inthanon, a mountain located in the Ban Luang district of Chom Thong, Chiang Mai. The injured passengers had to crawl out of the wrecked Toyota Fortuner. The accident occurred around 6pm yesterday, involving a black Toyota…

  • World NewsHeartbreaking secret thwarts Vietnamese woman’s romance with wealthy boyfriend

    Heartbreaking secret thwarts Vietnamese woman’s romance with wealthy boyfriend

    A Vietnamese woman was shocked when her mother refused to approve of her relationship with her handsome and wealthy boyfriend. The refusal came without explanation, leading the distressed woman to threaten suicide, prompting her mother to reveal the heartache she had been silently carrying for 35 years. The 30 years old woman was the only child in her family. Her…

  • Road deathsTeenage motorcyclist killed in fiery collision with car on Phetchabun’s Chomthirawet Road

    Teenage motorcyclist killed in fiery collision with car on Phetchabun’s Chomthirawet Road

    A tragic road accident involving a saloon car and a teenage motorcyclist sparked a blaze that engulfed both vehicles. The collision occurred on Chomthirawet Road, Chon Daen-Dong Khoi route, between kilometres 33-34 in Ban Kutti Phra, Tha Kham subdistrict, Chon Daen district, Phetchabun province. The motorbike rider, a 19 year old woman, tragically lost her life. The incident took place…

  • Thailand NewsClimate shocker: Copernicus data unveils record-breaking temperature surge

    Climate shocker: Copernicus data unveils record-breaking temperature surge

    The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S), an arm of the European Union, recently unveiled disturbing data on global temperature trends, revealing a record-breaking increase in temperatures. This revelation comes on the heels of the hottest months ever recorded in history, which were experienced in August and July. However, September witnessed an even more alarming development, with temperatures surging to unprecedented…

  • Road deathsBillionaire’s reckless driving leads to car crash, killing two (video)

    Billionaire’s reckless driving leads to car crash, killing two (video)

    A catastrophic car crash occurred on the island of Sardinia, Italy, resulting in a fiery collision involving a red Ferrari and a blue Lamborghini. The incident, which happened on Monday, October 2, was triggered by the two luxury cars attempting to overtake a large white van, leading to a collision that flipped all three vehicles. Tragically, the wealthy occupants of…

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s crackdown on blank guns following Siam Paragon shooting

    Thailand’s crackdown on blank guns following Siam Paragon shooting

    The use of “blank guns” in crimes across Thailand has been on a steady rise, with over 1,000 cases recorded last year. The surge was triggered by a shocking incident involving a 14 year old boy who opened fire in Siam Paragon shopping mall, Bangkok resulting in two deaths and multiple injuries. The weapon of choice by the teenage murderer…

  • Thailand NewsPet abandonment tragedy: Shih Tzu dies after two year wait for owners at Bangkok vet clinic

    Pet abandonment tragedy: Shih Tzu dies after two year wait for owners at Bangkok vet clinic

    The heart-wrenching saga of Dano, a seven year old Shih Tzu, has been shared by a local vet, shedding light on a tale of pet abandonment that unfolded over two agonising years. Dano’s poignant story began when he was left at a veterinary clinic in Bangkok and tragically ended with his passing, abandoned by owners who had initially appeared caring…

  • Thailand NewsYoung man escapes fatal car accident at Chon Buri ferry dock

    Young man escapes fatal car accident at Chon Buri ferry dock

    A tragic car accident resulted in two fatalities and one survivor at the Sattahip – Samui ferry dock, Chon Buri, yesterday, at 5.30pm. The survivor, 20 year old Veeraphap, managed to escape the sinking vehicle by smashing a window with his high-heeled shoe. He was unable to assist his two friends, who were seated in the front and were unable…

  • Thailand NewsMyanmar ambassador attends memorial for Siam Paragon shooting victim

    Myanmar ambassador attends memorial for Siam Paragon shooting victim

    The solemn atmosphere of the Phasukmanee Chak Temple in Ban Mai, Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, deepened on the second night of the memorial service for Momin, also known as Nong Tawan (her Thai name). Momin, a Myanmar woman, tragically lost her life in the Siam Paragon shooting incident on October 3. The ceremony was attended by her work colleagues and employer,…

  • Crime NewsBangkok mall killer in Juvenile Protection Department amidst concerns

    Bangkok mall killer in Juvenile Protection Department amidst concerns

    The 14 year old boy, who shot two women dead and injured five others at Siam Paragon mall in Bangkok, is currently under the care of the Juvenile Observation and Protection Department, according to Siripraya Worapreecha, the department’s deputy director. She revealed that the teenage boy arrived last night with his father who was deeply concerned about him. Upon his…

  • China NewsUnexpected gift soothes parking row as stranger parks in their spot

    Unexpected gift soothes parking row as stranger parks in their spot

    A recent tale of an enigmatic car park intruder has surfaced, initially provoking frustration in the parking space’s rightful owner. However, a surprising twist awaited them as they unfolded a note left behind. This unusual incident came to light when a user on Xiaohongshu, often referred to as the Chinese Instagram equivalent, reported the intrusion after discovering their parking spot…

  • Politics NewsJudicial penalty box: ‘Uncle Thotsaphon’ slapped with jail time and 70,000 baht fine for assaulting political leader

    Judicial penalty box: ‘Uncle Thotsaphon’ slapped with jail time and 70,000 baht fine for assaulting political leader

    The judicial court issued a six-month imprisonment and over 70,000 baht fine to a retired official, known as “Uncle Thotsaphon,” for assaulting and defaming the political leader of the Love the Nation organisation. The assault incident, which took place outside the Election Commission Office at the Government Complex Building B on 11 May, occurred after 54 year old Srisuwan Janya…

  • Politics NewsRise in Thai gun ownership raises alarm after Siam Paragon murders

    Rise in Thai gun ownership raises alarm after Siam Paragon murders

    The tragic shooting which claimed the lives of two women at the Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok sparked public concern over how a young man could obtain firearms. More startling was the discovery of a trove of guns and ammunition at the young man’s residence, along with videos of him expertly demonstrating gun use. This incident has raised questions…

  • Thailand NewsRare Tiffany Blue snake slithers into Thai woman’s backyard, sparking a ‘hiss-teria’ on lotto day

    Rare Tiffany Blue snake slithers into Thai woman’s backyard, sparking a ‘hiss-teria’ on lotto day

    A rare blue snake, also known as a “Tiffany Blue” snake, was discovered by a 62 year old Thai woman in her backyard in Photharam, causing “hiss-teria” among her local community. The sighting, which has a one-in-a-million chance of occurring, coincidentally happened on a lottery day, leading locals to believe it to be a sign of good luck. The Thai…

  • China NewsTragic wedding convoy crash in China, seven fatalities (video)

    Tragic wedding convoy crash in China, seven fatalities (video)

    A catastrophic car accident occurred recently that involved a wedding convoy and a large garbage truck, resulting in seven fatalities, including the pregnant bride. The shocking event unfolded near a petrol station in Huanan in the Heilongjiang province, China, and sparked an ongoing police investigation. The accident, which occurred on October 3, involved a seven-seater off-road vehicle suddenly veering into…

  • Thailand NewsTikTok user spends 13 hours locked in bathroom (video)

    TikTok user spends 13 hours locked in bathroom (video)

    A TikTok user, known as tncybss, was trapped in a bathroom for a staggering 13 hours, from 4pm until 11am the following day. Despite attempts to follow YouTube tutorials to free herself by removing the doorknob, she was unable to unlock the door and eventually had to resort to breaking through it. The incident started at 4pm when the user…

  • World NewsFish store shocker: Customer buys out entire stock, sets them free in Singapore river

    Fish store shocker: Customer buys out entire stock, sets them free in Singapore river

    A customer left a fish store employee astounded after spending more than 400 Singapore dollars to buy all the fish in the store, only to release them all into a river. The unusual event was reported by local media, following the account of the fish store’s worker. The male customer walked into the store and stated his intention to purchase…

  • World NewsViral video in Vietnam: Father’s tearful farewell to daughter at wedding tugs at heartstrings

    Viral video in Vietnam: Father’s tearful farewell to daughter at wedding tugs at heartstrings

    A heartrending video has gone viral in Vietnam’s online world, showing a father crying in the corner after giving his daughter away at her wedding. The video was shared on the docnhanh website, bringing tears to the eyes of many viewers. The video depicts a crowded wedding ceremony. The father of the bride is seen sitting quietly in a corner,…

  • Thailand NewsThai villager wins 100,000 baht in lottery from ancient tree numbers

    Thai villager wins 100,000 baht in lottery from ancient tree numbers

    In an enchanting twist of fate, an anonymous resident was thrust into a realm of financial prosperity after uncovering the winning lottery numbers, bestowed upon them by an ancient and revered tree nestled within the tranquil confines of Ban Beng Temple in Sri Narong, Chumphon Buri, Surin. This auspicious turn of events led to the resident’s remarkable windfall—a substantial prize…