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 NewsHeavy rain persists across Thailand: Bangkok flood risk increases, boats cautioned

    Heavy rain persists across Thailand: Bangkok flood risk increases, boats cautioned

    Heavy rainfall is expected across Thailand today, with Bangkok facing a 70% chance of flooding. Authorities are warning people to avoid boating activities during this period. The Meteorological Department has predicted 24-hour weather conditions, stating that a moderate southwest monsoon system is covering the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, while a trough is passing through Myanmar and…

  • World NewsCaught in bed: Cheating wife shields lover, demands husband admit mistakes

    Caught in bed: Cheating wife shields lover, demands husband admit mistakes

    A married woman was caught red-handed with her lover, boldly protecting him even as her husband attacked them both physically. The cheating wife had tried to end her marriage unsuccessfully, and argued for her husband to own up to his mistakes, further infuriating him. Reporters said that in a viral case in China, a husband, alongside his friends, caught his…

  • Thailand NewsWardrobe malfunction: Bangkok taxi takes fashion on the road

    Wardrobe malfunction: Bangkok taxi takes fashion on the road

    A viral photo of a taxi in Bangkok carrying a large wardrobe in its boot sparked amusement and concern among netizens. The image shows the yellow taxi driving through the city with the wardrobe sticking out of the open boot. The image was shared online today causing a stir among social media users. The photo was taken by a Thai…

  • Crime NewsNeighbour arrested for murder after 3 year old girl found dead in Narathiwat pond

    Neighbour arrested for murder after 3 year old girl found dead in Narathiwat pond

    A village man has been arrested for allegedly abducting, assaulting, and killing a three year old girl in Narathiwat. The case of a missing three year old girl in Narathiwat province tragically turned into a murder investigation when her body was discovered in a pond 500 metres from her home on May 16. The girl had disappeared from her house on…

  • Thailand NewsDriver who severely injured Thai actor ordered to pay 4.17 million, still battles case

    Driver who severely injured Thai actor ordered to pay 4.17 million, still battles case

    News has emerged of Thai actor Off Thanakrit, who became bedridden after a severe road accident involving a drunk woman crashed her car into the back of his motorcycle. The court recently sentenced the woman to one year imprisonment and ordered her to pay a total of 4,172,962.62 baht (US$120,577) in damages, while the defendant continues to battle the case…

  • Thailand NewsThai folk legend Pumpuang Duangjan’s anniversary sparks lottery frenzy

    Thai folk legend Pumpuang Duangjan’s anniversary sparks lottery frenzy

    Luck favours the bold! On the 31st anniversary of the singer Pumpuang Duangjan’s passing, her legion of devoted followers planned to enter the lottery in the hopes of winning her blessings. The passing of Pumpuang Duangjan, known as the Queen of Thai Folk Music, was commemorated yesterday by family, friends, and fans who continue to admire the exceptional quality of…

  • Thailand NewsMiss Universe Thailand contestants promote cultural tourism in Udon Thani

    Miss Universe Thailand contestants promote cultural tourism in Udon Thani

    Several Miss Universe Thailand beauty pageant contestants visited a number of sacred sites in Udon Thani where they were warmly received by locals. The group took part in several traditional rituals as a gesture of respect and homage. The beauty pageant contestants participating in Miss Universe Thailand 2023 yesterday morning visited Wat Si Dara in Na Chum Saeng, Thung Fon, and…

  • World NewsCosplay pianist Pan Piano shocks viewers with sexy outfits: Are they appropriate for YouTube?

    Cosplay pianist Pan Piano shocks viewers with sexy outfits: Are they appropriate for YouTube?

    A pianist YouTuber known as Pan Piano has shocked viewers by posting a risqué piano performance while donning revealing cosplay outfits, resulting in millions of views in a short period. The viral video has sparked debates about the appropriateness of such content on the video-sharing platform. Pan Piano, previously known for her elaborate cosplay looks, now displays more of her…

  • Thailand NewsAlbino bullfrog with numeric marks found in Prachin Buri sparks local excitement

    Albino bullfrog with numeric marks found in Prachin Buri sparks local excitement

    The discovery of an albino bullfrog with unique markings has sparked intrigue and excitement among locals ahead of the June 16 lottery. A woman from Prachin Buri province recently stumbled upon a peculiar bullfrog while foraging for mushrooms in the forest with her friend. The bullfrog, which they had never seen before, appeared to have an unusual pattern with numbers…

  • Thailand NewsNewborn girl’s body found in Buriram rubbish heap

    Newborn girl’s body found in Buriram rubbish heap

    A 60 year old man discovered the body of a newborn girl, estimated to be about two days old, abandoned on a rubbish heap in a bag in Thailand’s Buriram province. The disoriented man, who has a speech disability, protected the body from flies until authorities arrived to investigate and recover the infant. Yesterday, Pol. Lt. Col. Chaleow Phayakkul, an…

  • Thailand NewsMonsoon causes 60% of Bangkok to face heavy rain risk, flash flood warnings issued

    Monsoon causes 60% of Bangkok to face heavy rain risk, flash flood warnings issued

    A heavy rain warning has been issued for Thailand, with 60% of Bangkok at risk of downpours. The public has been cautioned about flash flooding. The Department of Meteorology forecasts continued to warn of rainfall and stormy conditions, particularly in the northern, northeastern, and eastern regions. The department has issued a 24-hour weather forecast warning that the moderate southwestern monsoon…

  • Thailand NewsFatal shooting after ex-husband attacks woman with debts

    Fatal shooting after ex-husband attacks woman with debts

    Police in Nong Ruea, Khon Kaen were alerted to the fatal shooting of a Thai man and the injury of a woman at a shop in the Chorakhe subdistrict. A 58 year old man was found dead, identified as the ex-husband of the injured 48 year old woman. Upon investigation, the injured woman, recently discharged from the hospital and still…

  • World NewsChild’s innocent blunder sparks debate on teaching kids proper crush-etiquette

    Child’s innocent blunder sparks debate on teaching kids proper crush-etiquette

    A young boy’s innocent expression of affection towards his father’s female colleague has prompted online discussions about the importance of teaching children appropriate behaviour. The event happened in China as the boy, around 3-4 years old, encountered the attractive co-worker during a visit to his father’s office and, filled with joy, hugged and attempted to kiss her. The pretty woman,…

  • World NewsWoman trades 2 houses for ancient inkwell dish worth millions in baht

    Woman trades 2 houses for ancient inkwell dish worth millions in baht

    A young woman surprised Chinese television viewers when she brought an unremarkable ‘brick’ or ‘inkwell dish‘ for appraisal, which turned out to be a valuable artifact. The show’s experts stunned the audience with their evaluation of the item, which was worth far more than anyone expected. Over the past few years in China, there has been a surge of interest…

  • World NewsMalaysian groom burries mum, marries same day: TikTok video goes viral

    Malaysian groom burries mum, marries same day: TikTok video goes viral

    A Malaysian groom faced a heart-wrenching day as he lost his mother and got married on the same day. Ikmal and his bride, Ianna Bahari, held his mother’s funeral in the morning and then proceeded with their wedding ceremony in the evening. Ianna shared the gut-wrenching experience on TikTok, explaining that she and Ikmal had initially planned their wedding for…

  • NewsLuggage surprise: Ryanair passenger takes ‘overhead’ to new heights in viral TikTok (video)

    Luggage surprise: Ryanair passenger takes ‘overhead’ to new heights in viral TikTok (video)

    A TikTok video went viral after capturing the extraordinary moment of a passenger climbing out of the overhead luggage compartment of a Ryanair flight. The footage reveals a passenger emerging from the overhead luggage compartment, sparking a flurry of speculation about the perplexing state of the man in question. A TikTok user under the name @domdolla posted the video showing…

  • China NewsHead in the window scare: Child narrowly escapes injury in Guangzhou car incident

    Head in the window scare: Child narrowly escapes injury in Guangzhou car incident

    A child narrowly escaped serious injury after her head became trapped in a car window while her mother was closing it in Guangzhou, China. Bystanders quickly rushed to help, pushing the window down, and freeing the girl without significant harm. This distressing event reportedly occurred on Wednesday, June 7 in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China, and lasted only 30 seconds, but…

  • Thailand NewsNightlife note: College director denies teacher’s resignation over moonlight melodies in Thailand

    Nightlife note: College director denies teacher’s resignation over moonlight melodies in Thailand

    A vocational college director in Yala, southern Thailand, denied that a female teacher was forced to resign for singing part-time at a bar at night for breaching professional ethics. The woman, known as “Teacher Jane,” hit out, accusing the director of twisting the truth. The director of Phadungpracha Yala Vocational College denied pressuring “Teacher Jane” to resign due to her…

  • World NewsBioNTech faces first German vaccine lawsuit amid claims of side effects

    BioNTech faces first German vaccine lawsuit amid claims of side effects

    BioNTech is scheduled to make an appearance in a court in Hamburg today in response to a lawsuit that was filed by a German woman. The woman claims that she experienced side effects from the company’s Covid-19 vaccine and is seeking 5.6 million baht (US$160,000) in damages. This is the first time that BioNTech has been sued in Germany in…

  • Thailand NewsMonitor lizard’s jaw-dropping surprise visit sends Chon Buri locals in a tail spin

    Monitor lizard’s jaw-dropping surprise visit sends Chon Buri locals in a tail spin

    A giant monitor lizard shocked locals when it entered a residential property in Chon Buri province, requiring a team of local rescue officers to remove it. The reptile hid behind a water basin, where it resisted capture. This forced authorities to use some special equipment and it took three to four officers to safely restrain the animal. Yesterday, the Nong…

  • World NewsMan turns 1,700-baht online auction chair into 3 million baht jackpot after designer discovery

    Man turns 1,700-baht online auction chair into 3 million baht jackpot after designer discovery

    In an extraordinary turn of events, Los Angeles resident Justin Miller unknowingly discovered a highly valuable Danish designer chair while browsing an online auction site. He bought it for just 1,700 baht (US$49) and sold the item for an astounding 3 million baht (US$86,500) to an eager collector. Miller stumbled upon an online auction listing featuring the broken-down, leather-covered chair,…

  • World NewsThrifty mother’s extreme frugal cooking raises concerns among netizens

    Thrifty mother’s extreme frugal cooking raises concerns among netizens

    A TikToker from Vietnam gained attention with her frugal cooking methods on social media after it was brought to netizens’ attention she spends between 7 and 22 baht per family meal. Netizens criticised the Vietnamese mother’s approach, concerned about the potential health impacts on her children. A Vietnamese TikToker, who currently has around 250,000 followers, garnered attention after posting budget…

  • Thailand NewsMysterious bee nest sparks lottery buzz across Thailand

    Mysterious bee nest sparks lottery buzz across Thailand

    Lottery enthusiasts throughout Thailand are seeking lucky numbers for the upcoming June 16 lotto draw, following various news sources and tales of mystical encounters. Here is a roundup of the latest buzz around notable numbers and lottery stories enveloping the Land of Smiles. Legendary beehive numbers Tourists visiting the sacred site of a beehive nest under a particular Buddha statue…

  • World NewsTextual ties: Netizens knot amused by groom’s wedding texts

    Textual ties: Netizens knot amused by groom’s wedding texts

    A video of a groom texting on his wedding day left netizens scratching their heads. The video captures him texting on his mobile phone while leaving the church with his new bride. The video, initially posted to TikTok, has since been viewed over 43.8 million times, sparking widespread speculation. TikTok user @CynthiaUmunze initially uploaded a video but later removed it…

  • Thailand NewsSecret DNA test reveals wife’s affair with husband’s close relative

    Secret DNA test reveals wife’s affair with husband’s close relative

    A surprising DNA test revelation left a Chinese man seeking legal justice after discovering his daughter was not biologically his, but shared a blood connection. This led to a court case exploring infidelity and damages. Recently, a civil dispute over divorce proceedings emerged at the Qiaoxi District People’s Court in Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province, China. The case contained shocking details, capturing…

  • Thailand NewsSupernatural occurrences during room clean-up by rescue workers

    Supernatural occurrences during room clean-up by rescue workers

    Volunteer rescue workers found themselves in an unusual situation while cleaning a rented room of a late DJ in Chon Buri province. The room, which contained an abandoned motorbike parked for over two years, had peculiar incidents ensuing wind and musty smell amidst the cleaning process. On June 9, crews from Sawangkan Pragoson Rescue Foundation in Rayong province helped clean…

  • Thailand NewsGunmen attack Pattani railway checkpoint, security officer killed

    Gunmen attack Pattani railway checkpoint, security officer killed

    An attack on a railway checkpoint in Pattani province left a 22 year old officer dead, as unidentified assailants believed to be separatist militants, fired shots and stole a gun. Security forces are now hunting for the perpetrators along their escape routes. On the evening of June 10, a group of armed suspects, dressed like Va’ah members, attacked a railway…

  • Thailand NewsPurrr-perplexing predicament: Python’s toilet tango turns into kitten craving catastrophe

    Purrr-perplexing predicament: Python’s toilet tango turns into kitten craving catastrophe

    A 4 metre long python trapped in a toilet in Nonthaburi, Thailand, was found to have eaten three kittens before swelling difficulties led to its rescue. Officials from the Charlie Radio Rescue Centre took more than 30 minutes to extract the snake. On June 10, at 2pm, Charlie Radio Rescue Centre was alerted to the incident of a large python…

  • Crime NewsThai woman shoots neighbour dead over door-kicking dispute, history of issues

    Thai woman shoots neighbour dead over door-kicking dispute, history of issues

    A heated dispute led to a shocking incident in Thailand‘s Nonthaburi province, where a 42 year old woman shot her 35 year old neighbour dead, allegedly over a door-kicking incident and a history of disagreements between the two. Police Lieutenant Colonel Sompol Wongsrisunthorn, deputy chief of Nonthaburi Provincial Police, was informed of the shooting at Eua Arthorn Bang Bua Thong…

  • Thailand NewsThai Airways plane collides with EVA Air aircraft on Tokyo Haneda runway

    Thai Airways plane collides with EVA Air aircraft on Tokyo Haneda runway

    A Thai Airways flight TG683 collided with an EVA Air flight BR189 on a runway at Tokyo’s Haneda Airport, causing no reported injuries. Approximately 260 people were on the Thai airline, while approximately 200 were aboard the EVA Air aircraft. Thai Airways explained that the incident occurred when the plane was moving toward taxiway L15. The winglet on the right…