Thai PBS Verify investigated a social media post sharing images of a homeless man near BTS Phloen Chit Station, claiming that he was a former captain of Philippine Airlines. The airline, however, confirmed that the real Captain Larry Malpaya is still actively working for the airline.
Jul 31, 2026 | Social & Health
Thai PBS Verify has debunked claims that the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) canceled three MRT lines—Grey, Light Blue, and Silver—due to budget shortages. In reality, the BMA has transferred responsibility for these projects to the Ministry of Transport and the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) to move forward, with some lines currently undergoing feasibility studies and consultant procurement.
Jul 21, 2026
Thai PBS Verify investigated a viral post sharing a video of a burning building, claimed to show the aftermath of a U.S. attack on Iran. In reality, the footage depicts a fire in China in 2022. Meanwhile, in the Middle East, the United States launched its third strike against Iran in response to an attack by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on a Cyprus-flagged container ship in the Strait of Hormuz.
Jul 21, 2026 | Around the World
Thai PBS Verify has confirmed that a viral clip faking the program “Thai PBS News Now (Tan Khao),” which appeared to show police arresting “Boy Tha Phrachan” for alleged ties to gambling websites, was in fact a fake clip generated using AI deepfake by a scammer. Academics pointed out that the credibility of Thai PBS is being misused to promote online gambling ads.
Oct 1, 2025 | Social & Health
In 2024, Thai PBS Verify was launched to be another voice in disseminating accurate information through fact-checking amidst the widespread dissemination of fake news today. Its goal is to “end the spread of rumors, misinformation, false news, and fake news, and create a safer online world.”
Thai PBS Verify has found the AI-generated audio clip, alleging Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to order the Thai–Cambodian border opening.
May 12, 2026 | Politics
Staying cyber safe: Real-life lessons and precautions
When people become emotionally attached to AI chatbots and lose sight of the line between reality and simulation. This article examines real-world cases in which AI adopted convincing personalities, emotionally influenced users, and, in some instances, contributed to tragic outcomes abroad.
Jul 25, 2026
Thailand’s ambitious Southern Landbridge project—a strategic link between the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea—is moving forward. The Office of Transport and Traffic Policy and Planning (OTP) is now in the process of finalizing feasibility studies and initial designs. This phase also involves rigorous environmental impact evaluations and the crafting of an all-encompassing investment model to ensure the project's long-term viability.
May 6, 2026
According to 2025 statistics from the Royal Thai Police and the Mirror Foundation, there has been a concerning increase in children and youths being lured into cybercrime networks and scam call center operations in neighboring countries.
Mar 9, 2026
The issue of “barcodes–QR codes” on the 2026 election ballots is not merely a legal debate; it has escalated into a battlefield of information where facts clash fiercely with distortion. In an era when algorithms reward anger more than reason, sincere questions may be drowned out amid waves of incitement.
Mar 3, 2026
China has officially enforced new regulations, effective September 1, 2025, requiring all artificial intelligence (AI) generated content published online to be explicitly identified for viewers.
Feb 19, 2026
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.
Feb 9, 2026
Don't let malinformation and "half-truth" win over facts after the election. The real fight for democracy has just begun, while Thai PBS Verify is ready to provide fact-checking reports with integrity to protect the truth from any distortions.
Feb 9, 2026
Behind simple tasks lies a scam that will drain your bank account.
Feb 5, 2026
It is undeniable that in recent years, Chinese short dramas, or ’duanju’ have rapidly gained popularity in Thailand.
Feb 1, 2026
