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.
  • Crime NewsThai-iranian man stabs friend over fried chicken insult

    Thai-iranian man stabs friend over fried chicken insult

    The police arrested a 29 year old man of Thai-Iranian descent for allegedly attacking his 40 year old Iranian friend during the purchase of fried chicken, reportedly in response to offensive comments. He stabbed the victim multiple times in Chon Buri, and the victim is now in critical condition. CCTV footage from midnight on Sunday, June 4 showed two men…

  • Thailand NewsNewly engaged teen dies in tragic car accident, grief-stricken family mourns

    Newly engaged teen dies in tragic car accident, grief-stricken family mourns

    A 19 year old man tragically died in a car accident after crashing into a tree just days after his engagement. The victim was driving back home from his fiancée’s house when he lost his life in the early hours of the incident. At around 3.30am, police officer Sirichai Charoen Siri, from the Prakhon Chai Police Station in Buriram province,…

  • Thailand NewsMusic teacher assaults 10 year old girl with ADHD in Nonthaburi school

    Music teacher assaults 10 year old girl with ADHD in Nonthaburi school

    A 50 year old father filed a complaint against a music teacher for physically abusing his 10 year old daughter, a fourth-grade student, in a school located in Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province. The little girl was allegedly slapped and kicked, leaving a shoe print on the back of her shirt and suffering from physical pain. The father, Pongsak, said…

  • Thailand NewsTeenage boy found dead on Rayong beach after first visit with family

    Teenage boy found dead on Rayong beach after first visit with family

    The body of a teenage boy who had gone missing while swimming at Suan Son Beach in Rayong province has been found, floating approximately 2 kilometres from the scene of the incident. The teenager’s mother collapsed upon seeing her son’s body. Yesterday, a 14 year old boy was visiting the seaside for the first time with his family. While playing…

  • World NewsScent-sational breakup: Chinese student dumped over ‘foul’ feet post-abortion

    Scent-sational breakup: Chinese student dumped over ‘foul’ feet post-abortion

    Just under a month after having an abortion, a 20 year old Chinese university student was dumped by her boyfriend because her feet were unbearably smelly. The breakup caused widespread interest on Chinese social media and sparked a multitude of comments on their relationship. The 20 year old Chinese university student Liu shared her emotional breakup story online, attracting significant…

  • Thailand NewsThunderstorms hit Thailand: Heavy rainfall sparks flash flood warnings

    Thunderstorms hit Thailand: Heavy rainfall sparks flash flood warnings

    The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning for increased thunderstorms, affecting 37 provinces across the country, including Bangkok. Heavy rainfall is expected in several areas, potentially causing sudden flooding and flash floods, particularly in hilly regions and low-lying areas. The warning is a result of the southwest monsoon, intensified over the Andaman Sea, Thailand, and the Gulf of Thailand, as…

  • Crime NewsThai fraudster nabbed for cloud storage scam targeting 3,000 victims

    Thai fraudster nabbed for cloud storage scam targeting 3,000 victims

    A 69 year old Thai woman, known as Pattana, was arrested at a religious facility in Nakhon Ratchasima province for her alleged involvement in a Ponzi scheme at a company that deceived over 3,000 victims, causing nearly 1.3 billion baht in damages. Pattana’s son reportedly used her name in a fraudulent company that offered high returns from cloud storage investments.…

  • Northern Thailand NewsInappropriate performance at renowned Thai temple event sparks criticism

    Inappropriate performance at renowned Thai temple event sparks criticism

    An inappropriate performance sparked criticism during a temple event in Thailand‘s northern Phayao province, resulting in public criticism and an impact on the temple’s reputation. The show, featuring the Likay troupe, displayed some explicit adult scenes not suitable for a family audience. The performance was held during an annual event held between May 25 and June 3. Viewers were shocked…

  • Crime NewsBangkok police relocate officers amid probe into illegal Chinese club drug operation

    Bangkok police relocate officers amid probe into illegal Chinese club drug operation

    Police officers of Makkasan station reassigned following illegal drug raid at a Chinese nightclub in Bangkok‘s Petchaburi area. A committee has been formed by the Commander-in-chief of the Metropolitan Police Division 1 to investigate any potential misconduct and relevant benefits received by officers. Today, Police Lieutenant Colonel Athaphon Wongsiripri-da, the commander of the Metropolitan Police Division 1, issued transfer orders…

  • China NewsToxic beauty standards: Chinese teen dies after losing 25kg to impress a boy

    Toxic beauty standards: Chinese teen dies after losing 25kg to impress a boy

    A Chinese girl, 15 years old, dies after losing 25kg in a quest to win over a boy who preferred thinner women, raising concerns regarding beauty standards in social media. The teenager resorted to extreme methods to lose weight, eventually resulting in her tragic death. The story of Xiaoling (pseudonym), 15 years old, from Tongguan in Guangdong Province, southeast China,…

  • China News3 year old dies in Chinese nursery school while teacher engrossed on phone

    3 year old dies in Chinese nursery school while teacher engrossed on phone

    A sudden death of a Chinese three year old girl at a nursery school has raised questions about the teacher’s supervision after CCTV footage showed the girl having two seizures while the teacher was focused on her phone. The girl’s family blames her neglect for the tragedy. Local media reports the father of the deceased child filed a complaint, stating…

  • World NewsMalaysian man’s short paternity leave ends in wife’s tragic death, leading to labour rights scrutiny

    Malaysian man’s short paternity leave ends in wife’s tragic death, leading to labour rights scrutiny

    A Malaysian man faced heartbreak when his employer granted only two days of paternity leave for the birth of his child, resulting in his return home to discover his wife dead, and his newborn desperately crying. Public outcry surrounds the employer’s decision, resulting in calls for labour rights scrutiny. This incident happened in Malaysia. According to reports, the man works…

  • Crime NewsMysterious death: Thai man found lifeless in auctioned building triggers Rayong investigation

    Mysterious death: Thai man found lifeless in auctioned building triggers Rayong investigation

    Rayong police have launched an investigation into the mysterious death of an unemployed Thai man, whose lifeless body was discovered yesterday in an auctioned commercial building. Authorities are exploring various potential causes of death, including pre-existing health conditions or the possibility of intentional suicide. Police became aware that the new owner of the building had repeatedly requested the 52 year…

  • World NewsIndian bride rejects groom at wedding after discovering his bald truth

    Indian bride rejects groom at wedding after discovering his bald truth

    A wedding in India was cancelled after the bride discovered the groom’s baldness during the ceremony, causing her to faint mid-event. Following her recovery, she demanded the wedding be called off, sparking disputes between both families. The incident occurred in India on February 23, 2023, as the groom and his family visited the bride’s home for the wedding ceremony. As…

  • Thailand NewsThai homeowner haunted by ghostly tokay gecko, forced to flee

    Thai homeowner haunted by ghostly tokay gecko, forced to flee

    A homeowner in Surin province has been driven to spend sleepless nights away from her own home due to the ghostly presence of a dead tokay gecko. Jitapha Pothisa, the distressed owner, claims to frequently hear the eerie calls of the phantom lizard but has never actually seen it. The unsettling experience has compelled the 32 year old mother of…

  • Thailand NewsRoadblock frustration: Chiang Mai woman’s year-long struggle to register and insure EV

    Roadblock frustration: Chiang Mai woman’s year-long struggle to register and insure EV

    A Chiang Mai woman revealed her distress after buying an electric vehicle (EV) only to find herself unable to register it with the transport authorities and get insurance for over a year. The woman claims that numerous others face the same issue. A Facebook user named “Sipim Manassawat,” a young woman living in Chiang Mai province shared her harrowing experience…

  • Thailand NewsHeartbreaking secret: Chinese couple’s repeated miscarriages unravel wife’s hidden sacrifice

    Heartbreaking secret: Chinese couple’s repeated miscarriages unravel wife’s hidden sacrifice

    A Chinese couple’s repeated miscarriages raised concerns and worries until the husband discovered that his wife had been secretly taking abortion pills to protect the feelings of her 8 year old stepdaughter, who did not want a new brother or sister. The 30 year old man from Zhenjiang, Hefei, married a woman three years older than him. He faced emotional distress…

  • Thailand NewsGovernment confirms 4-month electricity discount for users below 300 units

    Government confirms 4-month electricity discount for users below 300 units

    The Thai government confirmed a four-month electricity discount from May to August this year. This relief measure aims to alleviate energy price hardship for users who consume no more than 300 units per month, with an additional 150 baht rebate per household in May for those using no more than 500 units. Anucha Burapachaisr, deputy presidential secretary on political affairs,…

  • Thailand NewsLottery expert Uncle Pong deciphers cultural image on ticket for June 1 draw

    Lottery expert Uncle Pong deciphers cultural image on ticket for June 1 draw

    Lottery enthusiasts eagerly follow “Uncle Pong” for his analysis of six-digit numbers derived from the Thai Government Lottery’s cover image for today’s June 1 draw, depicting Mahasarakham Province‘s cultural festival featuring rice-stuffed puppets. One popular trend for lottery aficionados is the interpretation of winning numbers based on the images found on the covers of Thai government lottery tickets. Recently, TikTok…

  • China NewsWoman tumbles down China’s longest escalator while posing for photos

    Woman tumbles down China’s longest escalator while posing for photos

    A woman tumbled from a 20-story escalator at the Crown Plaza in Chongqing, China. The shocking incident left her friends and fellow passengers in disbelief and raised concerns about safety measures in public spaces. The Crown Plaza escalator links two streets and a train station at a crossroads in Chongqing, Sichuan, China. At a height of almost 20 storeys, it…

  • Thailand NewsDogs block snake from entering Thai home, incident inspires lottery numbers

    Dogs block snake from entering Thai home, incident inspires lottery numbers

    A group of four dogs in Thailand‘s northeast Udon Thani managed to surround and contain a large snake, preventing it from entering their owner’s house. This incident led to a surge in local lottery interest, as the house number became a favourite choice for those looking for luck. At 5pm on Tuesday, the Udon Thani Volunteer Rescue Foundation was alerted…

  • World NewsOutrage in China: Mother defends son’s shocking attack on sleeping baby

    Outrage in China: Mother defends son’s shocking attack on sleeping baby

    A disturbing incident unfolded in Guangzhou, China, when a young boy intentionally kicked a sleeping baby, sparking widespread public outrage. Remarkably, the aggressor’s mother refused to apologise and instructed the shop owner to take legal action if she was so concerned. The boy intentionally kicked the sleeping 11 month old baby in a shop on Saturday, May 27, making the…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • World NewsGroom’s wedding meltdown goes viral: Defending pregnant bride sparks chaos

    Groom’s wedding meltdown goes viral: Defending pregnant bride sparks chaos

    A groom’s meltdown at his wedding, where he splashed wine and kicked glasses, caused quite a stir on social media. A wedding guest tried to explain that the groom kicked off because he was defending his pregnant bride and her humble family from his father’s disrespectful remarks. The Vietnamese website, docbao.vn, shared a video showing the groom losing control of…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Thailand NewsRayong’s frog-tunate discovery: Residents hop on golden toad’s good luck

    Rayong’s frog-tunate discovery: Residents hop on golden toad’s good luck

    Residents in a Rayong village believe a golden yellow toad they discovered amid regular frogs during a heavy downpour will bring good luck. The woman who caught the toad refuses to sell it as she believes it would bring good luck and generate a lottery windfall someday. Reporters yesterday met with the woman who caught the toad, Vinijta Ruamwong, at…