Samantha Rose

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.
  • Road deathsElderly Thai woman dies in van-lorry collision: Baby escapes unhurt

    Elderly Thai woman dies in van-lorry collision: Baby escapes unhurt

    An unfortunate collision incident involving a van and a lorry full of rice cost an elderly Thai woman’s life and left three others hospitalised. Fortunately, the youngest passenger, a one year old girl, was spared any injuries, benefitting from her car seat. The collision incident which occurred on Highway No. 340, near kilometre marker 94 in Sri Prachan District of Suphan Buri…

  • World NewsPhone theft in Ho Chi Minh City takes a twist as dog bites victim

    Phone theft in Ho Chi Minh City takes a twist as dog bites victim

    A serious incident emerged in the area of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, where a phone theft escalated unpredictably, concluding with a dog attack. Authorities have been informed and are actively tracking down the offenders using CCTV footage. The series of events transpired at around 8pm on June 17. A 40 year old woman accompanied by her 20 year old…

  • World NewsMalaysian couple discovers they’re half-siblings post-marriage

    Malaysian couple discovers they’re half-siblings post-marriage

    In a peculiar twist of fate, a Malaysian couple recently discovered they are half-siblings after they were already married and had children. This revelation stirred up the grim reality of prohibited incest relations under Islamic law, likely leading to an imminent annulment of their union. Having met each other at university and dated for three years, the couple eventually tied…

  • Thailand NewsRescue confusion: Motorcycle sidecar, not trailer truck, found in Thai canal

    Rescue confusion: Motorcycle sidecar, not trailer truck, found in Thai canal

    There was a slight misunderstanding last night when members of a local rescue team and journalists rushed into action to investigate an alleged incident involving a trailer truck that had reportedly fallen off the road and into a canal. The incident took place in Suvarnabhumi district, Bang Phli district, Samut Prakan province. Upon arrival, it was discovered that it was…

  • Thailand NewsMonk-inspired amulets fly off the shelves as locals hope for lottery success

    Monk-inspired amulets fly off the shelves as locals hope for lottery success

    Over 2,500 followers and fortune-seekers yesterday thronged Phatthanathammaram temple, also known as Ban Dan Chong Jom temple, in Gab Cheing district, Surin, to get their hands on monk-inspired commemorative amulets. These amulets were being distributed to raise funds for the construction of the largest statue ever made in the likeness of Luang Poo Heng, a famous monk who is deeply…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesSevere weather alert: Heavy rainfall predicted across Thailand due to monsoon impact

    Severe weather alert: Heavy rainfall predicted across Thailand due to monsoon impact

    In the forecast for the next 24 hours, weather conditions across Thailand are expected to turn severe with heavy rains predicted in the northern, and northeastern regions, and a significant 60% of Bangkok areas facing heavy downpours. These conditions are following the impact of a monsoon trough passing over the northern region and upper Laos, which is leading into a…

  • Thailand NewsKorat City’s cherished paramedic ‘Doctor Toon’ bids a tearful adieu

    Korat City’s cherished paramedic ‘Doctor Toon’ bids a tearful adieu

    A pall of grief swept across Korat city as it mourns the tragic death of its leading paramedic, known locally as “Doctor Toon.” The tragedy left the 38 year old emergency medical personnel’s life abruptly cut short following a shocking road accident. Police in Korat City in Nakhon Ratchasima province yesterday received a distress call at 12.10am about an accident…

  • Thailand NewsThailand No.1 in ASEAN according to UN’s 2023 Sustainable Development ranking

    Thailand No.1 in ASEAN according to UN’s 2023 Sustainable Development ranking

    Thailand‘s recent economic, social, and green development has been reflected in the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Report for 2023. In a statement relayed by Trisulee Trisoranakul, the Deputy Government spokesperson, it is reported that Thailand’s Prime Minister and the Minister of Defense, Prayut Chan-o-cha, is pleased. Thailand has now improved its standing to the 43rd position among 166 countries from…

  • Thailand NewsCounterfeit caper in northeast Thailand: Scammer’s fake money fiasco sends a warning to the community

    Counterfeit caper in northeast Thailand: Scammer’s fake money fiasco sends a warning to the community

    A cautionary tale has emerged from the local community in northeast Thailand involving a scammer using counterfeit money for purchases. The perpetrator paid with a fake 1,000 baht banknote and received 903 baht in change. Around 1pm yesterday, Police Lieutenant Colonel Chedchai Chaisaeng, an acting inquiry officer of Chai Wan Police Station in Udon Thani, was visited by local retailer Prapaphon,…

  • Thailand NewsTham Luang cave rescue heroes honoured on 5th anniversary

    Tham Luang cave rescue heroes honoured on 5th anniversary

    The fifth anniversary of the Tham Luang cave rescue will be observed with a merit-making ceremony honouring the deceased – including Nang Nom’s governor, Seaman Sam and Young Dom. The preparations for the ceremony have been initiated at various sacred spots within the park and will include a homage to the Lady of Nang Non. PR.Thailand shared pictures of the…

  • China NewsDaughter’s divorce celebration with cake and fireworks in China

    Daughter’s divorce celebration with cake and fireworks in China

    In an unusual event that sparked widespread interest, a family in China held a divorce celebration for their daughter with fireworks and a cake cutting, signalling a departure from traditional norms surrounding marriage breakdowns. The changing attitudes of the modern era have lessened the stigma attached to divorce, making it now less of a daunting prospect than in the past.…

  • Thailand Weather UpdatesThai-twister alert: Storm swirls promised over next 24 hours

    Thai-twister alert: Storm swirls promised over next 24 hours

    The Meteorological Department forecasts a 24-hour Thailand weather shift starting this morning, caused by a storm passing over northern and northeast Thailand. The low-pressure trough pushing in from northern Vietnam and the Gulf of Tonkin, along with the continual southwest monsoon, have increased rainfall across northern, northeastern, and eastern Thailand, with some areas experiencing heavy downpours. Central and southern Thailand…

  • Thailand NewsViral spectre sensation: Young girl’s chilling ghost encounter haunts the Internet with over 3 million views

    Viral spectre sensation: Young girl’s chilling ghost encounter haunts the Internet with over 3 million views

    A video capturing a young girl’s encounter with a ghost in the midst of the day has taken the Internet by storm, with views exceeding three million. The footage was posted by TikTok user @nnlsenseless and in it, the girl is seen standing on a staircase, claiming she can see a ghost. The caption of the now-viral clip says… “My…

  • Thailand NewsUnique Thai village profits from hot-season tokay gecko trade exports to China

    Unique Thai village profits from hot-season tokay gecko trade exports to China

    A unique Thai village is gaining lucrative income from capturing and processing tokay geckoes, generating hundreds of thousands of baht (US$2,860) per month during the hot season. In the northeast province of Nakhon Phanom, villagers from Ban Tal in Nah Wah district are seizing the opportunity to capture the amphibians that thrive in the warm weather. Ban Tal Thai Village,…

  • Road deathsDouble bereavement: Car collision kills woman days after mother’s funeral

    Double bereavement: Car collision kills woman days after mother’s funeral

    A tragic car accident claimed the life of a 65 year old Thai woman, Sakorn, amid the grieving period for her mother’s funeral. The incident has reportedly piled sorrow on the family who were just recovering from their recent loss. The accident occurred at around 8am today, on the road connecting Nakhon Si Thammarat and Pak Phanang. The investigating officers…

  • Thailand NewsPicture perfect scandal: Bangkok governor addresses leaked intimate photos

    Picture perfect scandal: Bangkok governor addresses leaked intimate photos

    Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt addressed intimate pictures of him with an unnamed woman that were circulated on social media. These pictures showed the 57 year old Bangkok chief kissing a blonde woman in a restaurant. Chadchart today admitted that the photographs were taken in a private setting and unrelated to his role as Governor of Bangkok in any way. He…

  • Thailand NewsHigh school girls arrested for stealing iPhones worth 17,800 baht in closed mall

    High school girls arrested for stealing iPhones worth 17,800 baht in closed mall

    Two high school girls were arrested for stealing mobile phones after hiding in a closed shopping mall. Yesterday, police in Buriram arrested two female high school students from a school in the Mueang Buriram district as they were suspected of breaking into a mobile phone store in a well-known shopping mall. The store owner posted a call for help on…

  • Thailand NewsRare two-headed calf born in Thai village hailed as divine omen

    Rare two-headed calf born in Thai village hailed as divine omen

    A two-headed calf, with four eyes, four ears, and four legs, has been born to a family in Don Raed village, Thailand. The unusual creature, initially discarded in the water, was later retrieved and revered as a divine omen, following an old man’s dream. A reporter yesterday uncovered the astonishing story of a local family in the village of Non…

  • Crime NewsLamphun FC President arrested over alleged gambling, money laundering links

    Lamphun FC President arrested over alleged gambling, money laundering links

    Lamphun Warriors Football Club president has been apprehended in connection to a major gambling and money laundering network. The suspect, known as Boss Tal, was captured in Phayao province by authorities. Pol. Lt. Gen. Roy Inkapiroj, Deputy Police Chief and Director of the Center for Combating Cybercrime (PCT), yesterday announced the arrest of Phongsiri (Boss Tal). The suspect was charged…

  • Thailand NewsDiscoveries of submerged Buddha statues in Samut Prakan canal spark theft investigation

    Discoveries of submerged Buddha statues in Samut Prakan canal spark theft investigation

    A search conducted by Thai officials in Samut Prakan‘s Lad Luang canal, Phra Pradaeng, led to the discovery of an additional ten Buddha statues submerged underwater. This follows the discovery of nearly 100 statues yesterday. The authorities stored the found artefacts in a local police station while investigating the ownership of the statues and the individuals responsible for abandoning them.…

  • World NewsFamous South Korean streamer Imvely dies during live broadcast

    Famous South Korean streamer Imvely dies during live broadcast

    Tragic news struck the South Korean entertainment and streaming industries as famed female streamer 37 year old BJ Imvely took her own life during a live broadcast following a party with fellow streamers. Before her death, footage surfaced of Imvely arguing with other streamers at a party on June 11. After returning home intoxicated, she broadcasted live, mentioning that some friends…

  • Northern Thailand NewsMotorcyclist survives 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan

    Motorcyclist survives 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan

    A motorcyclist survived a 40 metre fall near Doi Khun Tan National Park. He recounted the terrifying experience of plunging in the early hours of this morning due to stopping by the roadside. At around 2am today, police and rescue teams from Hang Chat sub-district received a report of a man injured in a deep ravine beside a road near…

  • Central Thailand NewsDisputed land sells for 45 million baht after religious ceremony

    Disputed land sells for 45 million baht after religious ceremony

    Land unsold for five years found a buyer after a religious ceremony, resulting in a 45 million baht (US$1.3 million) sale and a generous donation to the temple. Yesterday, Nittawat Sukprasert and his family from Pathum Thani province visited Wat Khao Mai Daeng temple in Chon Buri province to offer a donation to a monk named Phra Kru Wisit Dhammasophon,…

  • Thailand NewsJuly 1 Thai lottery patterns: A decade of data for better betting odds

    July 1 Thai lottery patterns: A decade of data for better betting odds

    An in-depth examination of lottery patterns involving the winning numbers from July 1 over the past decade offers valuable insights for individuals aspiring to test their fortunes in next month’s forthcoming draw. The statistical analysis uncovers possible trends in the winning numbers for the top prize, initial three digits, final three digits, and last two digits. In the July 1,…

  • Thailand NewsPaws for justice: 100,000 baht reward to nab gunman of peaceful pooch

    Paws for justice: 100,000 baht reward to nab gunman of peaceful pooch

    A reward of 100,000 baht has been offered to help catch the culprit behind the shooting of a peaceful dog at a Ban Phueng Tok residence. The crime remains unsolved, with the gunman suspected to be a professional killer. He or she had previously targeted the dog with a laser beam. The incident took place in Ban Phueng Tok, Non…

  • Việt NamRestaurant owner ‘disguises’ beer in soup container to help customer evade wife’s disapproval

    Restaurant owner ‘disguises’ beer in soup container to help customer evade wife’s disapproval

    A restaurant delivery owner in Vietnam received an unusual request from a male customer, seeking a secretive way to enjoy a beer without his wife‘s knowledge. The owner devised a clever plan and shared the amusing story on social media. With soaring temperatures, it is natural for one to crave a cold beverage. However, when a husband wished to quench…

  • Thailand NewsEsteemed Thai monk Luang Pu Saeng Yanwaro passes away at 99

    Esteemed Thai monk Luang Pu Saeng Yanwaro passes away at 99

    Yesterday, the Facebook page of esteemed Thai monk Luang Pu Saeng Yanwaro announced the passing of the renowned spiritual figure at the age of 99. The post shared that his remains would be sent to the realm of nirvana, by Buddhist tradition. Previously, the Facebook page of Luang Pu Sing Thong Phaphakro‘s disciples had posted about the monk’s condition, stating…

  • China NewsGroom walks out as bride demands extra 970,000 baht dowry during wedding

    Groom walks out as bride demands extra 970,000 baht dowry during wedding

    A bride and her friend prompted a wedding fiasco in China by demanding extra dowry money on the wedding day, leading the groom to leave in anger. The incident took place in the Chinese province of Sichuan and sparked a lively debate on social media. The wedding in May turned into an unpleasant drama when the bride listened to her…

  • World NewsFactory supervisor’s brief intimate encounter sparks online uproar

    Factory supervisor’s brief intimate encounter sparks online uproar

    Shocking security footage has emerged online showing a factory supervisor having a brief sexual encounter with a female employee at an undisclosed factory in Guangdong Province, China. The clip sparked criticism and sparked a multitude of reactions from netizens. According to the leaked footage taken from closed circuit cameras located in the factory premises, the supervisor is seen pacing back…

  • Việt NamCar driver teaches reckless motorbiker road rage lesson

    Car driver teaches reckless motorbiker road rage lesson

    An incident of road rage in Vietnam has gained attention after a motorbike rider travelled against traffic, ignoring safety rules, and exhibited arrogant behaviour. The rider was eventually confronted by the driver of a black car who retaliated by teaching the motorbike rider a lesson. Reports from a Vietnamese website revealed a recent incident that caused a stir on social…