Kataleeya Uta

The election held on February 8, 2026 reflected ongoing issues of disorganized management and lack of readiness in several stages — from the preparation of ballots by polling station officials to the vote-counting process, a crucial period closely watched by the public to see who would become the country’s next leader.

The awards are not the finish line, they are proof that “truth skills” are spreading beyond professional newsrooms, reaching local journalists, freelance reporters, students, content creators, and Gen Z youth to confront fake news and disinformation ahead of Thailand’s 2026 election.

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Thailand, Thammasat University, Thai PBS, and Cofact Thailand invite the public to join the “Talk for Truth & Fact-Check Thailand Award 2026 Ceremony” a major platform offering key insights into how Thai society can confront disinformation ahead of the 2026 general election.

It is undeniable that in recent years, Chinese short dramas, or ’duanju’ have rapidly gained popularity in Thailand.

The “Talk for Truth” forum and the Fact-Check Thailand Award 2026 ceremony brought together media professionals, academics, civil society, and international partners, highlighting the intensifying challenge of disinformation ahead of Thailand’s general election on 8 February 2026. The event emphasized that fact-checking is not solely the responsibility of the media, but a civic skill essential to safeguarding democracy in the digital age.

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Thailand, Thammasat University, Thai PBS, and CoFact Thailand have officially launched the “Fact-Check Thailand 2026: Empowering Society Against Disinformation and Election Reporting”

Throughout 2025, Artificial Intelligence (AI) advanced from a mere “new technology” to a major global factor. Time Magazine even honored key figures shaping the direction of AI as its “Person of the Year.” This clearly reflects that AI is no longer confined to laboratories or business sectors, but it has deeply permeated the structures of society, culture, and politics.

The winners of the Fact-Check Thailand Award 2026 have now been officially announced. The awards recognize outstanding, high-quality fact-checking work, with a total of seven awards presented from 54 submissions produced by participants who completed the Fact-Check Thailand 2026 training program.

Matcha, or green tea powder, is a health drink that has become increasingly popular, often found in desserts and wellness beverages. Many people enjoy its rich flavor and distinctive aroma, but questions remain — could drinking matcha regularly over a long period have any effects on the body?