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Cambodian Ministry of Defense claimed that “Thai military-media” published fake news. Verification result clearly confirms that Cambodia fired BM-21 rockets at Thai community.
The Facebook page of the Cambodian Ministry of Defense posted a claim that "Thai military and media" had published fake news, specifically: "Cambodia fired BM-21 rockets, shelling Thai citizens' residences." After verification, the evidence is clear: Cambodia fired BM-21 rockets down onto the community, leaving people seriously injured. Meanwhile, foreign media encountered the incident while reporting live, clearly confirming that Cambodia intentionally fired into the Thai community area.
Dec 18, 2025 | Politics
Cambodian media posted a claim that the “Deputy Commander of the 31st Infantry Division died at Ta Kwai Temple,” which turned out to be fabricated “fake news” aimed at inciting hatred.
Cambodian media published a message claiming that “the deputy commander of Thailand’s 31st Infantry Division died in combat,” which drew thousands of reactions from Cambodian social media users. But upon verification, it was found to be merely fake news intended solely to create hatred.
Dec 17, 2025 | verify
Fact Check: Could the announcement of an election date be postponed after parliament’s dissolution if border tensions remain?
After the dissolution of parliament by “Prime Minister Anutin,” under the tense situation along the Thai–Cambodian border, statements from the Secretary‑General of the Election Commission suggested that the announcement of an election date might be postponed. Thai PBS Verify examined the legal framework and found that the Election Commission does indeed have authority to adjust the election schedule, but only within constitutional limits.
Dec 14, 2025 | verify
Thailand - Cambodia Situation
Cambodia Claims Thailand Started a New Clash - Found to be a Video Game Image Featuring a World War II-Era Aircraft
Thai PBS Verify found a Cambodian social media user who posted an image of a bomber, claiming it depicted a new round of conflict between Thailand and Cambodia. Verification found that the photo was taken from a World War II dive bomber video game to create fake news. This was shared more than 2,700 times.
Dec 8, 2025 | Politics
Verified: Cambodian citizens posted a clip claiming it showed families of Thai soldiers protesting to bring back bodies, but in fact it was a clip of a rubber plantation land protest in Nakhon Si Thammarat province.
A Cambodian Facebook page posted fake news claiming that families of missing Thai soldiers after a clash were protesting to bring back bodies. In fact, the video was of a protest over rubber plantation land rights in Nakhon Si Thammarat province.
Aug 13, 2025 | Politics
Distorted Post Misrepresents Assoc. Prof. Panitan’s Interview—Falsely Claims Malaysian PM ‘Anwar’ Is Biased and Wants Thailand’s Southern Border Provinces
A post falsely claimed that Assoc. Prof. Panitan Wattanayagorn stated the Malaysian Prime Minister “is biased in favor of Cambodia” and “wants the three southern border provinces of Thailand.” Panitan confirmed that this was a misrepresentation and embellishment of his original remarks, taken out of context. He did not make such statements.
Nov 17, 2025 | verify
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จาก “ห้องเรียน” สู่ “สนามเลือกตั้ง” 6 เสียงผู้ชนะ Fact-Check Thailand Award 2026 ชวนสังคมยกระดับทักษะตรวจสอบข้อเท็จจริง
รางวัลไม่ใช่ปลายทาง แต่คือหลักฐานว่า “ทักษะแห่งความจริง” กำลังถูกขยายจากนักข่าวท้องถิ่น นักข่าวอิสระ นักศึกษา คอนเทนต์ครีเอเตอร์ ไปถึงเยาวชน Gen Z เพื่อรับมือข่าวลวง–ข้อมูลบิดเบือนในศึกเลือกตั้ง 2569
Dec 24, 2025
From “Classroom” to “Election Battleground” Six Voices from the Fact-Check Thailand Award 2026 Winners Call on Society to Elevate Fact-Checking Skills
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.
Dec 24, 2025
Strengthening Fact-Checking Efforts Against Disinformation Ahead of Thailand’s 2026 Election
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.
Dec 22, 2025
Winners of the Fact-Check Thailand Award 2026 Announced Igniting Media Literacy Against Fake News Ahead of the 2026 Election
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.
Dec 19, 2025
Join Us for Free! “Talk for Truth” Navigating the 2026 Election Revealing the Winners of the Fact-Check Thailand Award 2026
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.
Dec 15, 2025
Germany–Thammasat–Thai PBS–CoFact Join Forces to Build a Transparent and Resilient Political News Ecosystem Against Disinformation Ahead of Thailand’s 2026 Election
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”
Nov 13, 2025
Announcement of 40 Selected Participants for “Fact-Check Thailand 2026” Empowering a New Generation to Combat Disinformation Ahead of the 2026 General Election
“Fact-Check Thailand 2026” proudly announces the list of 40 selected participants from across the country who will take part in an intensive 4-day, 3-night workshop under the theme “From Newsroom Simulation to Real-World Practice.” The program aims to empower journalists, youth, and emerging communicators to become key forces in fact-checking during the election period. The training will take place from 19–22 November 2025 at Thai PBS and The Royal River Hotel, Bangkok.
Nov 10, 2025
Is drinking matcha really good for your health? Uncovering the truth behind common misconceptions.
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?
Oct 3, 2025
Popular question answered: Does turning off the car’s air conditioner while driving through floodwaters really help?
In September 2024, the Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) revealed that insurance claims for vehicles damaged by flooding amounted to over 420 million baht. More than 2,000 vehicles were assessed for repair or compensation due to flood-related damage.
Sep 30, 2025
