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 NewsSmall aircraft crash in Chon Buri leaves one dead and another severely injured

    Small aircraft crash in Chon Buri leaves one dead and another severely injured

    Authorities are urgently investigating the cause of a small aircraft crash that resulted in the death of one German-Austrian pilot and the severe injury of another. The accident occurred a mere 20 minutes after takeoff. The small aircraft, an X-AIR or Rotax912 Ultra Light model, crashed in a cow pasture behind a tyre store in Huay Yai, Bang Lamung, Chon…

  • China NewsToddler’s school tears alleviated by sibling’s comforting hug in viral video

    Toddler’s school tears alleviated by sibling’s comforting hug in viral video

    A two year old girl’s continuous crying at school left her mother stressed but a single video shared by the teacher of the girl’s brother giving her a hug brought unexpected relief. The 32 year old mother revealed her struggle on a parenting forum, explaining how her daughter’s daily crying bouts at school in Hangzhou, China, left her feeling helpless…

  • Thailand NewsSongwriter faces backlash for liking cover of his own song on Facebook

    Songwriter faces backlash for liking cover of his own song on Facebook

    A songwriter known as Pratchaya Chitra, nicknamed Beer, found himself at the receiving end of a bullying incident after simply liking a video clip of his song being covered by a woman. The woman, feeling affronted, launched into a tirade against Beer, questioning his motives and mocking his appearance. It all began when Beer showed appreciation for the cover of…

  • Thailand NewsThai schoolboy breaks knee after impaling it on Udon Thani school fence

    Thai schoolboy breaks knee after impaling it on Udon Thani school fence

    A fifth-grade boy experienced a severe injury following an attempt to climb a school fence where misfortune paid a visit as he impaled his knee on the sharp metal, resulting in a broken bone. The incident occurred around 4.20pm yesterday at Ban Mak Khaeng School in the Udon Thani province. The rescue team from Udon Sawang Methadhammasathan Foundation for Rescue promptly…

  • Thailand NewsMotorcycle stunt goes awry at Chiang Mai fair, stuntman hospitalised

    Motorcycle stunt goes awry at Chiang Mai fair, stuntman hospitalised

    An unfortunate accident occurred yesterday during a daring motorcycle stunt at the winter fair and the Chiang Mai Good OTOP fair. The stuntman, known only as Tae, was injured when his motorcycle lost control during a barrel-climbing show and fell, hitting the floor hard. This incident happened behind the provincial government centre, where the event was taking place. Emergency services…

  • Thailand NewsDisabled man falls from wheelchair on uneven EEC project road, sparks outrage

    Disabled man falls from wheelchair on uneven EEC project road, sparks outrage

    A disabled man selling lottery tickets was spotted tumbling from his wheelchair onto the road due to an uneven surface. The incident, captured on CCTV, sparked outrage on social media. The man was attempting to navigate the bumpy road in an area earmarked for the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) project, specifically designed to be accessible for disabled people. The incident…

  • Thailand NewsTragic end for couple in Thai resort: Suspected suicide stirs shock

    Tragic end for couple in Thai resort: Suspected suicide stirs shock

    A chilling discovery unfolded in Phetchabun when a couple from Pathum Thani were found dead in their resort room. The suspected suicide of 62 year old Natcha and 61 year old Akrara has left authorities puzzled and seeking answers. The local authorities yesterday were alerted to the tragic scene at a resort in Lom Sak, Phetchabun. The resort, consisting of…

  • Thailand NewsPM Srettha’s official visit to Chiang Mai aims to boost Thai tourism and tackle PM2.5

    PM Srettha’s official visit to Chiang Mai aims to boost Thai tourism and tackle PM2.5

    Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin yesterday embarked on an official visit to Chiang Mai with a delegation to inspect key government policy projects such as transportation network systems, measures to tackle PM2.5 dust particles, and tourism promotion initiatives. During the three-day scheduled trip from January 10-12, PM Srettha encountered the renowned Lieutenant Somboon Banchamek, also known as Buakaw, who was training…

  • Thailand NewsThailand’s national park passports sold out, new supplies expected mid-January

    Thailand’s national park passports sold out, new supplies expected mid-January

    The Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation announced that the National Park passports are currently out of stock, with new supplies expected around mid-January. Atthaphon Charoenchansa, the department’s director, revealed that the passports, which are used to record visits to various national parks across the country, are being continuously printed in collaboration with the National Park Association. Originally,…

  • Thailand NewsThai university dean accused of pampering stray cats with public resources

    Thai university dean accused of pampering stray cats with public resources

    A recent social media post by the Home Guard Dog Operation Facebook page stirred up controversy after accusing a female dean of bringing her four cats to live at the Communication Technology Faculty, Rajamangala University of Technology Phra Nakhon. The post claimed the dean had her pets living luxuriously, using public electricity, and assigned the building’s staff to care for…

  • Thailand NewsThai fruit seller reports mystical events around ancient tree in Rayong

    Thai fruit seller reports mystical events around ancient tree in Rayong

    A fruit vendor in Rayong province reported a series of strange occurrences centred around an ancient tree near her stall. She claims that offerings of red water seem to move as if being drunk, and that a three year old child pointed at the tree, mysteriously stating that the first prize was located there. Yesterday, January 9, a reporter travelled…

  • Thailand NewsDiscover Khao Tham Tao: Thailand’s monastery with Buddha’s footprint

    Discover Khao Tham Tao: Thailand’s monastery with Buddha’s footprint

    Khao Tham Tao Monastery, located in Huai Sai, Khorat, has become a unique tourist attraction in Thailand, holding the awe of visitors with its peculiar massive rock formations. Among these is a giant boulder weighing several hundred tonnes that has braved the elements for centuries, bearing an uncanny resemblance to a colossal turtle. Beneath this boulder hides a small cave,…

  • World NewsIndian man’s rare condition causes him to sleep 300 days a year

    Indian man’s rare condition causes him to sleep 300 days a year

    The digital sphere buzzed with interest over a curious case reported by the India Times revealing a man suffering from a rare disease that causes him to sleep for approximately 300 days a year. This man, hailing from the Nagaur district in Western India, has been affectionately dubbed by locals as Kumbhakarna, a name referencing a mythical giant from the…

  • Thailand NewsUnusual cremation leaves woman’s skull intact in Thai temple

    Unusual cremation leaves woman’s skull intact in Thai temple

    An unusual incident occurred at Wat Wang Boraphet in Uthai Thani province, where the skull of Jamrus Pachuthai, an 80 year old woman, remained almost intact after her cremation, while the rest of her body turned to ashes. This peculiar event took place at 4.30pm yesterday (January 8). The abbot of the temple, Phra Khru Uthitthamakhun, recounted that after the…

  • World NewsMan reunites with Bolivian nanny after 45 years through social media

    Man reunites with Bolivian nanny after 45 years through social media

    A heartwarming video captured the attention of social media as a Spanish man reunited with his Bolivian nanny for the first time in 45 years. The man, Juanito Jonsson, originally from Sweden and the youngest of three siblings, sought out his former caretaker, Ana Jimenez, via social media. Born to missionary parents, Jonsson moved to Bolivia in 1970. There, his…

  • Thailand NewsSaowapa Vocational College freezes the competition with top prize in Harbin snow sculpture showdown

    Saowapa Vocational College freezes the competition with top prize in Harbin snow sculpture showdown

    Three Thai vocational student teams took part in the international snow sculpture competition in Harbin, China, with Saowapa Vocational College scooping first prize. Teams from Saraburi and Surat Thani Vocational Colleges both secured third place. Prapat Ratanarun, Deputy Secretary of the Vocational Education Commission, revealed that the Office of the Vocational Education Commission (OVEC) sent three vocational student teams to…

  • World NewsAmerican woman discovers husband’s affair with her mother

    American woman discovers husband’s affair with her mother

    Interior designer Lasee Jen from Indiana, United States, was left heartbroken upon discovering her husband’s infidelity. The affair, however, was not with a stranger but with Jen’s very own mother. Disclosing this shocking incident on TikTok, Jen’s story has since amassed over 2.7 million views. The events unfolded 14 years ago, shortly after Jen had given birth to a daughter…

  • World NewsForensic analysis presents new image of Jesus, challenging centuries of traditional representation

    Forensic analysis presents new image of Jesus, challenging centuries of traditional representation

    The Popular Mechanics platform sparked controversy by unveiling the potentially most accurate representation of Jesus, challenging the conventional image embraced by the Christian population in the Western world. Historically, Jesus has been depicted with long hair, a slim face, a beard, and a slender physique. Nevertheless, an examination of average skull patterns from Jewish individuals in Galilee, located in the…

  • World NewsMysterious mass fish deaths in Philippines spark natural disaster fears

    Mysterious mass fish deaths in Philippines spark natural disaster fears

    Large schools of fish were found washed up on a beach in the Philippines, which excited some local inhabitants who saw it as a gift from God. However, others were concerned that the occurrence might be a signal of impending natural disaster. Diane Lawa Tagum, a Facebook user, posted a video of the incident early in the morning yesterday, January…

  • China NewsBad pubic hair day: Cheeky diner’s hotpot hustle caught on CCTV

    Bad pubic hair day: Cheeky diner’s hotpot hustle caught on CCTV

    A woman was caught on camera attempting to defraud a restaurant by claiming to find hair in her hotpot. The woman, who was dining at a Chinese restaurant, was seen on CCTV footage plucking a hair from her own body and dropping it into her meal. She then demanded three times the cost of her meal as compensation. However, the…

  • Thailand NewsChon Buri: Essilor Thailand opens job applications with daily wage of 361 baht

    Chon Buri: Essilor Thailand opens job applications with daily wage of 361 baht

    Essilor Optical Laboratory (Thailand) Co., Ltd, located in the Amata Nakorn Industrial Estate, Chon Buri, announced openings for new employees. The announcement, posted on the Factory News page, describes the job as comfortable, with a good income, excellent benefits, excellent bonuses, and continuous overtime opportunities. The direct application process offers a wage of 361 baht per day, a shift allowance…

  • Thailand NewsToday’s weather: Northern Thailand cools down

    Today’s weather: Northern Thailand cools down

    Weather conditions across the northern region of Thailand today experienced a dip in temperatures by 1 to 2 degrees Celsius. The peaks of the mountains were particularly cold, with temperatures dropping to 4 degrees. The lowest temperature in Bangkok was 22 degrees. This weather change is due to a high-pressure system and another wave of cold air mass from China…

  • World NewsUnusual hobby of young woman cleaning public restrooms captivates millions

    Unusual hobby of young woman cleaning public restrooms captivates millions

    Madison, an unusual young woman with a fascination for bathrooms and cleaning, has been freely cleaning public restrooms in supermarkets. Her hobby, contrary to the usual distaste for cleaning dirty bathrooms, especially in public places frequented by many people, has led to her volunteering her time to clean bathrooms, shelves, and walkways in public areas without expecting any remuneration. The…

  • Thailand NewsThailand transport minister denies loss claims over 20 baht metro fare

    Thailand transport minister denies loss claims over 20 baht metro fare

    Thailand Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit refuted claims that the policy of charging a flat fare of 20 baht for all metro lines would result in the government incurring a loss of several billion baht each year. This statement was made during the parliamentary session to consider the draft budget for the fiscal year 2024, following opposition MPs’ criticism of this…

  • World NewsLondon man dies from brain tumour after initial misdiagnosis costs nearly 900,000 baht

    London man dies from brain tumour after initial misdiagnosis costs nearly 900,000 baht

    A 25 year old London resident, Joshua Warner, tragically lost his life to a brain tumour after doctors initially misdiagnosed him with appendicitis and dismissed abnormal brain scan results as a mere computer error. Warner first sought medical help at the end of June for a persistent two-week headache at the Darent Valley Hospital. After a CT scan, he was…

  • World NewsTokyo’s unique Mori Ouchi café caters to the pessimistic crowd

    Tokyo’s unique Mori Ouchi café caters to the pessimistic crowd

    Tucked away in the Shimokitazawa district of Tokyo, Japan, a unique café, known as Mori Ouchi, offers a haven for those with a pessimistic outlook on life. Despite appearing as a conventional café from the outside, the establishment caters specifically to individuals who view the world negatively. The café, named Mori Ouchi, was conceptualised and launched three years ago amidst…

  • World NewsDiscovering Ruki: The world’s darkest river

    Discovering Ruki: The world’s darkest river

    Ruki, a tributary of the Congo River, has been identified as the world’s darkest river due to its near-black colouration which makes it almost impossible to see anything, even one’s reflection. Scientific tests revealed that this extreme darkness is due to the high level of dissolved organic matter in the water, which originates from the surrounding dense forests. This dark…

  • Thailand NewsBoo in Nong Bon: Local grandma spooks community with twilight tales of ghostly bamboo antics

    Boo in Nong Bon: Local grandma spooks community with twilight tales of ghostly bamboo antics

    Rumours have spread throughout the Nong Bon community that an older woman known as Grandma Prapong is a local ghost, reportedly seen lurking in the bamboo forest and exhibiting peculiar behaviour at dusk. The intrigue escalated to such an extent that it frightened children into feverish states, leading local paranormal investigator, Prasert, to intervene and verify the validity of these…

  • Thailand NewsGovernment Savings Bank issues alert on fake news loan scam

    Government Savings Bank issues alert on fake news loan scam

    The Government Savings Bank (GSB) issued a warning to the public regarding fake news circulating on Facebook. A page has been promoting that GSB offers emergency loans ranging from 10,000 baht (US$289) to 50,000 baht (US$1,448) with low interest and no guarantor needed. The Anti-Fake News Centre Thailand (AFNC) investigated the matter and GSB clarified that it was a case…

  • World NewsTwins born in different years mark unique start to 2024 at New Jersey hospital

    Twins born in different years mark unique start to 2024 at New Jersey hospital

    The birth of twin boys in the United States at Virtua Voorhees Hospital in New Jersey marked an extraordinary start to 2024. Despite being born only 40 minutes apart, their birth years differ by one. The first sibling, Ezra, arrived on December 31 last year at 11.48pm, weighing 2.72 kilogrammes, while the second, Ezekiel, was born in the early moments of…