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.
  • China NewsChinese man faces hefty bill for shattering supermarket escalator glass

    Chinese man faces hefty bill for shattering supermarket escalator glass

    A Chinese man, identified as Jue, faced a perilous situation at a supermarket in Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China, when the glass railing of an escalator he had just used suddenly shattered. As Jue descended the escalator and lightly touched the glass railing, it violently shook and broke, leaving a large crack as immediate evidence. Jue was left stunned and motionless,…

  • 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…

  • World NewsMan dies in tragic accident while digging for gold in kitchen

    Man dies in tragic accident while digging for gold in kitchen

    A tragic event unfolded in Brazil when a man lost his life after falling into a deep hole he had dug in his kitchen. The 71 year old, João Pimenta da Silva, believed that there was gold buried beneath his home. This belief was prompted by a dream and the Brazilian man enlisted the assistance of a neighbour to help…

  • 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…

  • Road deathsFuel tanker overturns in Surin causing potential explosion risk

    Fuel tanker overturns in Surin causing potential explosion risk

    A tanker truck carrying 40,000 litres of fuel overturned on Route 24 from Chokchai-Det Udom in Surin province. The incident took place yesterday around 10.50am and left the 36 year old driver, Tiwa, injured with back pain and vomiting. The accident was reported by Thanakorn Chaiharn, an investigation officer from Prasat Police Station. The truck, carrying 24,000 litres of diesel…

  • 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 NewsCentury-old golden fig tree extracted from Thai canal after local ceremony

    Century-old golden fig tree extracted from Thai canal after local ceremony

    A century-old golden fig tree was successfully lifted from the depths of the Lam Maat canal, Buriram province, after a two-day struggle, due to two broken slings. The ease of extraction only came after a local ceremony was conducted to appease the tree’s spirit. Yesterday (January 9), residents reported a surprising event where a backhoe attempted to lift a golden…

  • 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…

  • World NewsSix month old girl’s unstoppable crying caused by 4cm hair embedded in foot

    Six month old girl’s unstoppable crying caused by 4cm hair embedded in foot

    The persistent crying of a six month old girl was attributed to a 4-centimetre-long hair embedded in her foot. Her mother hurriedly took her to the hospital, where doctors were perplexed about how the hair became lodged. They cautioned against attempting to remove such foreign objects independently The mother, a young woman from Hubei province, China, carried her six month…

  • 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…

  • Aviation NewsAlaska Airlines grounds fleet of Boeing 737-9 after in-flight incident (video)

    Alaska Airlines grounds fleet of Boeing 737-9 after in-flight incident (video)

    Alaska Airlines grounded its entire fleet of Boeing 737-9 aircraft following a mid-air incident where part of one plane fell off in-flight, causing an emergency landing in Portland, Oregon. The incident, which occurred shortly after take-off, resulted in severe cabin pressure changes due to a hole but did not result in any serious injuries. The plane was at an altitude…

  • 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 NewsThai driver’s vehicle carrying hazardous chemical catches fire

    Thai driver’s vehicle carrying hazardous chemical catches fire

    A Thai driver transporting a dangerous chemical called aluminium phosphate, commonly used to eliminate agricultural pests, last night found himself in a precarious situation when his vehicle caught fire. The incident unfolded in Soi Porn Sawang 7, Samrong Nua Subdistrict, Samut Prakan. A rapid response by local fire crews and the Ruamkatanyu Foundation contained the situation, preventing a potential disaster.…

  • 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…

  • Aviation NewsJapan Airlines cancel 130 flights amid Haneda Airport runway repair

    Japan Airlines cancel 130 flights amid Haneda Airport runway repair

    Approximately 130 flights were cancelled today by Japan’s All Nippon Airways (ANA) and Japan Airlines (JAL) as the fallout from Tuesday’s accident at Haneda Airport continues to impact operations. The cancellation was necessitated after a collision between a JAL passenger plane and a Japanese coast guard plane at the airport. Reports indicate that one of Haneda Airport’s four runways remains…

  • 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…