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2012 footage from Syria distorted as Lebanon’s attack on Israeli tank
A Threads user has shared a battlefield video. It shows a tank advancing through an urban area before being struck, followed by a massive explosion across the neighborhood. Thai PBS Verify has examined the clip and found that it actually depicts an incident in Darayya, Syria, back in 2012.
Apr 8, 2026 | Around the World
No oil tanker anchored in Gulf of Thailand hoards supplies as claimed
Thai PBS Verify has examined a post claiming that oil tankers were anchored to hoard supplies and sell fuel at high prices to Thais.
Apr 7, 2026 | Social & Health
Iran doesn’t attack USS Gerald R. Ford, but carrier suffers fire in laundry room
A post claims that the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford may be out of service for up to two years following an attack by Iran. Thai PBS Verify has found that, in reality, the ship suffered a laundry room fire, while the post’s featuring photos are AI-generated.
Apr 3, 2026 | Around the World
2026 Middle East Crisis
2012 footage from Syria distorted as Lebanon’s attack on Israeli tank
A Threads user has shared a battlefield video. It shows a tank advancing through an urban area before being struck, followed by a massive explosion across the neighborhood. Thai PBS Verify has examined the clip and found that it actually depicts an incident in Darayya, Syria, back in 2012.
Apr 8, 2026 | Around the World
No oil tanker anchored in Gulf of Thailand hoards supplies as claimed
Thai PBS Verify has examined a post claiming that oil tankers were anchored to hoard supplies and sell fuel at high prices to Thais.
Apr 7, 2026 | Social & Health
Iran doesn’t attack USS Gerald R. Ford, but carrier suffers fire in laundry room
A post claims that the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford may be out of service for up to two years following an attack by Iran. Thai PBS Verify has found that, in reality, the ship suffered a laundry room fire, while the post’s featuring photos are AI-generated.
Apr 3, 2026 | Around the World
Thailand - Cambodia Situation
Thai Education Minister’s remarks on Cambodian students’ deportation distorted on social media
Social media posts claim the Minister of Education is deeply moved by Cambodian students being sent back and deprived of educational opportunities. In fact, these claims actually distort the Minister’s original remarks by omitting critical portions of her statement. Commitment to humanitarian principles remains, while prioritizing national security laws.
Mar 6, 2026 | Politics
Post claiming to show Senator Angkhana urging Thailand to help Cambodia combat wildfires found to be false
A post on Threads, claiming that Senator Angkhana Neelapaijit urged Thailand to undertake cloud-seeding operations to help extinguish wildfires in Cambodia, and that Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow responded by telling Cambodia to put out the fires themselves, is found to be false.
Mar 2, 2026 | Politics
Cambodian BM-21 explosion clip identified as AI-generated
Thai PBS Verify has investigated the footage of a video claiming to show a strike destroying Cambodian BM-21 multiple rocket launchers.
Feb 4, 2026 | Around the World
Fact-Check Election 2026
Looking into EC regulations: are "ballots" and "stubs" stored separately?
It remains a heated issue as the public continues to demand answers. Although the Election Commission (EC) has clarified the mysterious "barcodes" on ballots, their explanation, stating they are "stored separately to maintain secrecy," is now being challenged by its own regulations.
Feb 18, 2026 | Politics
Fact-check: statements made by ‘Teng–Natthapong’ on amendment of Article 112 in media
Thai PBS Verify examined a post claiming that Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut gave an interview to foreign media about amending Article 112 of the Criminal Code. His remarks and positions were compared with those reported in Thai media to identify any differences or distortions in context.
Feb 3, 2026 | Politics
Unpacking the “Lottery” Policies of Pheu Thai, Thai Sang Thai, and People’s Party Ahead of 2026 Election
Thai PBS Verify examines the “lottery” policy campaigns from Pheu Thai Party, Thai Sang Thai Party, and the People’s Party ahead of the 2026 election. According to the parties, these policies intend to encourage savings and support SMEs
Jan 28, 2026 | Politics
Articles
Thai experts and media look back to 2025 global misinformation threat
In response to the growing threat of false information, key stakeholders organized a national seminar for the World Fact-Checking Day 2026. Led by the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth), Cofact Thailand, Thai PBS Verify and 20 partner networks, the forum focused on equipping the public to navigate an increasingly complex information landscape while reflecting on the challenges faced throughout the year.
Apr 4, 2026
Thai PBS Verify shares ideas in MASTEL Focus Group to strengthen regional ‘fact-checking’ network
Fake news and disinformation are harmful not only to Thai society, but also to the entire Southeast Asia. In this context, news and media-related organizations in ASEAN have gathered to seek regional coordination and collectively protect the truth
Mar 18, 2026
Why are children increasingly targeted by scammers?
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
When facts are at risk in information warfare
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 mandates “AI-Generated” labels to mitigate risks, combat fake news and curb fraud
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
Election day: test for Thailand’s democratic system readiness
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
Election is over, but fact-checking mission never ends as “malinformation” threatens democracy
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
Warning! Fraudsters Lure Victims with Fake “Product Promotion” Jobs
Behind simple tasks lies a scam that will drain your bank account.
Feb 5, 2026
When emotional Chinese short dramas hide scam risks
It is undeniable that in recent years, Chinese short dramas, or ’duanju’ have rapidly gained popularity in Thailand.
Feb 1, 2026
