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 NewsMalaysian woman seeks second wife for high-demand husband for 20,000 baht

    Malaysian woman seeks second wife for high-demand husband for 20,000 baht

    A 28 year old Malaysian woman caused quite a stir when she anonymously announced her intentions to find a second wife for her husband. She cited her husband’s high sexual needs due to work stress as the reason for this unconventional arrangement. The woman’s engineer husband, who earns a salary of 18,000 Malaysian Ringgit (136,000 baht), is struggling with high…

  • China NewsChinese father shows confidence in son’s future despite poor grades

    Chinese father shows confidence in son’s future despite poor grades

    Even with a son who has the worst grades in his class, a Chinese father stood firm in a parent meeting, voicing his belief in a bright future for his child. The meeting took place at a primary school in Chingtao, Shantung province, China, where the father of the worst student in the class received commendations from other parents for…

  • World NewsDiary decoded: Anne Frank’s secrets unveiled, hidden jokes, sex and unexpected lessons revealed with digital discovery

    Diary decoded: Anne Frank’s secrets unveiled, hidden jokes, sex and unexpected lessons revealed with digital discovery

    Hidden jokes and sex education have been revealed from the previously undisclosed content of Anne Frank’s diary, thanks to digital technology. The mysterious brown-paper-covered pages of the diary offered a unique perspective of a 13 year old Jewish girl during World War II. Researchers from the Anne Frank Museum, War, Holocaust, and Genocide Studies Institute of the Netherlands, and Huygens…

  • World NewsUnbelievable twist: Fly found in patient’s intestines during cancer screening still intact baffles doctors

    Unbelievable twist: Fly found in patient’s intestines during cancer screening still intact baffles doctors

    Medical professionals are scratching their heads after uncovering a fly, still intact, during a routine cancer screening. During a routine colonoscopy aimed at detecting potential cancer indicators, doctors stumbled upon an unexpected guest in the 63 year old American patient’s digestive journey. Positioned snugly in the right section of the colon was the intact carcass of a fly, sparking bewilderment…

  • Thailand NewsWat Suan Kaew’s head monk offers ‘face down’ charms for 10 baht

    Wat Suan Kaew’s head monk offers ‘face down’ charms for 10 baht

    The head monk of Wat Suan Kaew, Bang Len subdistrict, Bang Yai District, Nonthaburi, is distributing face down charms to remind Buddhists to use morality, concentration, and wisdom in their battle against greed, anger, and delusion. The charms are available to the public participating in merit-making at the temple or for a donation of 10 baht each to share with…

  • World NewsEnglish antique collector makes unexpected fortune from friend’s furniture

    English antique collector makes unexpected fortune from friend’s furniture

    An English antique collector discovered a treasure trove after purchasing a deceased friend’s furniture for 7,000 pounds (309,000 baht). Initially, the antique collector, Alex Archbold, only wished to acquire the piano used by the late Bette Joan Rac, better known as Madame Rac, for her music lessons. However, upon entering the house, he stumbled upon a jackpot: a house filled…

  • China NewsSchoolboy in China chooses forest nap over long bus wait igniting nationwide reflection

    Schoolboy in China chooses forest nap over long bus wait igniting nationwide reflection

    An eight year old schoolboy disappeared whilst waiting for his school bus sparking a frantic search for several hours. Eventually, he was found sleeping in a nearby forest. Upon waking, he explained that he had decided to sleep there because of the long wait for the school bus. The incident happened in the city of Xi’an, China, and drew significant attention from…

  • Thailand NewsCounterfeit money scam shocks Thailand’s mobile top-up kiosk operators

    Counterfeit money scam shocks Thailand’s mobile top-up kiosk operators

    A video circulating on social media platforms showing a successful mobile top-up using counterfeit money has rocked Thailand. The clip, posted on the Facebook page Want to Be Famous, will arrange it, Retrine part 6, has triggered concerns among kiosk operators offering top-up services. A 71 year old shopkeeper, known as Uncle Lek, from Moo 6, Saohonghin sub-district, Bangyai district,…

  • Thailand NewsUnexpected love sprouts in the cabbage aisle: A market trip blossoms into a captivating romance

    Unexpected love sprouts in the cabbage aisle: A market trip blossoms into a captivating romance

    A captivating incident surfaced on social media when a woman revealed her market visit to buy cabbages, which turned into an unexpected romance. Unable to find cabbages of her preference, the woman’s attention was drawn to an attractive young man emerging from a nearby vegetable store, presumed to be the shop owner’s son. The woman intrigued and excited, approached the…

  • Thailand NewsChina: Unsuspecting woman mistakes 1.5 million baht luxury phone for cheap handset

    China: Unsuspecting woman mistakes 1.5 million baht luxury phone for cheap handset

    A woman stumbled upon a luxury phone in Jiangsu province, China, initially assuming it to be a cheap handset for the elderly due to its simplistic design. However, the mobile phone belonged to a businessman and was a luxurious Rolls-Royce of the mobile industry, valued at over 300,000 yuan (1.5 million baht). According to CTWANT, the woman picked up the…

  • Thailand NewsBeauty sizzles: Chon Buri meatball vendor turns heads as her tasty treats go viral

    Beauty sizzles: Chon Buri meatball vendor turns heads as her tasty treats go viral

    A fried meatball vendor in Chon Buri has unexpectedly gone viral due to her beauty. She revealed that she has been selling these meatballs for nearly three years now. The incident came to light when a Facebook fan page, Chon Buri News Today, posted photos of a beautiful woman selling fried meatballs in front of a public park. Once posted,…

  • China NewsWedding crasher: Ex-girlfriend storms wedding ceremony in Suzhou

    Wedding crasher: Ex-girlfriend storms wedding ceremony in Suzhou

    The online community in China was abuzz with a dramatic wedding in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province. A viral social media clip revealed the source of the drama was not the bride or groom, but the groom’s ex-girlfriend who attempted to disrupt her old flame’s wedding. The groom and the young woman had been in a relationship for seven years before they…

  • World NewsProduction manager wins over 100,000 million baht in Taiwan Power Lottery

    Production manager wins over 100,000 million baht in Taiwan Power Lottery

    A 50 year old man from Kaohsiung district hit the jackpot of the 27th round of the Taiwan Power Lottery, taking home a whopping 911 million Taiwanese dollars (100,510 million baht). The lottery win prize was won through an online purchase with a meagre 700 Taiwanese dollars (774 baht). Liaw, a lottery shop owner for ten years, recounted an incident…

  • China NewsBlind date rejection sparks debate as Chinese man turns down woman due to her haircut

    Blind date rejection sparks debate as Chinese man turns down woman due to her haircut

    A blind date in China ended abruptly as the man turned down the woman, despite her beauty, due to disliking her haircut. First impressions, especially in romantic pursuits, often hinge on physical appearance, leading some to make snap judgements based on looks alone. The blind date incident sparked online debate in the Chinese social media sphere when a beautiful woman…

  • China NewsWedding gift woes: Ex-boyfriend’s 1140 baht sparks online debate

    Wedding gift woes: Ex-boyfriend’s 1140 baht sparks online debate

    A bride was delighted to receive a large red envelope wedding gift from her ex-boyfriend, the content of which totalled 233 yuan. Despite the sum not being substantial, it displayed sincerity, causing some online commenters to be alarmed, suggesting the amount harbours an ominous meaning. The narrative of inviting former lovers to weddings occasionally provides comedic tales, largely due to…

  • Thailand NewsGoat carcasses spark disease outbreak concerns in Prachuap Khiri Khan

    Goat carcasses spark disease outbreak concerns in Prachuap Khiri Khan

    Five goat carcasses were found discarded on the roadside in Prachuap Khiri Khan province, raising fears of a disease outbreak. Residents alerted the animal health officials to investigate the situation. Yesterday, a resident, rummaging for old items, discovered several goat carcasses dumped in a roadside ditch along the Pranburi-Cha-Am bypass at kilometre marker 43-600, northbound near a vehicle turnaround and…

  • China NewsUnexpected love story: Woman finds true connection on the streets

    Unexpected love story: Woman finds true connection on the streets

    A 28 year old woman was evicted from her home by her mother for refusing to attend a matchmaking event, leading her to sleep on the street. In this unexpected love story, she met an audacious young man who proposed to be her boyfriend. The woman was discovered sleeping on the pavement instead of her comfortable bedroom at home. She…

  • 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 company uses doll as overnight security officer

    Chinese company uses doll as overnight security officer

    A security breach occurred at a company in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, where an unusual tactic was used to resolve a staff shortage at a Chinese company. The company placed a doll, dressed as a security officer, in the CCTV room for overnight monitoring. This risky strategy was heavily criticized for its potential security implications. The incident was revealed when…

  • 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…

  • Thailand NewsIndian man dies filming snake challenge

    Indian man dies filming snake challenge

    A 22 year old Indian man died in a state of intoxication while filming himself playing with a snake. The video, which is four minutes and 38 seconds long, shows 22 year old Rohit Jaiswal impersonating Shiva, the god of destruction, wrapping a snake around the hand and neck of the young Indian man from the state of Uttar Pradesh. The…

  • 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 NewsTCAS round 3 fees waived by Thai government for higher education boost

    TCAS round 3 fees waived by Thai government for higher education boost

    Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Public Health Anutin Charnvirakul announced that the TCAS Round 3 testing fees will be waived to alleviate the financial burden on students and parents. This initiative provides an opportunity for all Thai students to pursue higher education. During a policy presentation and inspection at the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI),…

  • 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…