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Looking into EC regulations: are “ballots” and “stubs” stored separately?

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

Viral clip of “Anutin” with bruised eye after Ranong visit revealed as AI-generated image

Viral clip of “Anutin” with bruised eye after Ranong visit revealed as AI-generated image

Thai PBS Verify found a viral video claiming that Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul had sustained a bruised eye from a drumstick strike during a tour to thank his supporters in Ranong. After a thorough investigation, the image has been confirmed as AI-generated.

Feb 17, 2026 | Politics

Image claiming to depict People’s Party IO is actually AI-generated

Image claiming to depict People’s Party IO is actually AI-generated

Thai PBS Verify found an image claiming to show information operations (IO) by the People’s Party, to be AI-generated. The party’s spokesperson also denied the allegation of conducting IO, stating that the party had merely hired someone to manage the party’s social media pages.

Feb 16, 2026 | Politics

Video of protest against EC identified as old footage from symbolic “Senate’s cremation”

Video of protest against EC identified as old footage from symbolic “Senate’s cremation”

Thai PBS Verify identified a video clip showing the protest atmosphere at the Democracy Monument, which featured captions questioning the necessity of the Election Commission (EC). This video misled many into believing it as a present-day occurrence. In reality, it was a recording of a political rally held on July 19, 2023, during a symbolic "cremation" protest directed at the then-Senators.

Feb 16, 2026 | Politics

Social media claim of “vote recount” in Sisaket proven false

Social media claim of “vote recount” in Sisaket proven false

On February 10, 2026, Thai PBS Verify investigated social media posts alleging a recount in Sisaket’s 6th and 7th constituencies. The claim was found to be false.

Feb 10, 2026 | Politics

Natthaphong’s viral admission of vote buying committed by People’s MP proved to be deepfake

Natthaphong’s viral admission of vote buying committed by People’s MP proved to be deepfake

Thai PBS Verify has examined a viral video during that election period. It claims that “Teng” Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, prime ministerial candidate from the People's Party, admitted to vote-buying by the party’s MP.

Feb 8, 2026 | Politics

Photo of “Anutin” with “Ben Smith” confirmed as AI-generated

Photo of “Anutin” with “Ben Smith” confirmed as AI-generated

Thai PBS Verify investigated an image featuring Anutin Charnvirakul dining with Ben Smith, a businessman allegedly linked to scammer networks. The team used digital tools to confirm that the image was "AI-generated."

Feb 8, 2026 | Politics

Fact-check: statements made by ‘Teng–Natthapong’ on amendment of Article 112 in media

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

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