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Breakdown of ballot sheet controversy after 2026 Thai election

Breakdown of ballot sheet controversy after 2026 Thai election

A social media post claimed that there were barcodes on ballot papers in the 2023 election, instead of just QR codes that could not identify and be traced back to the voters.

Feb 20, 2026 | Politics

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

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When facts are at risk in information warfare
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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

Election day: test for Thailand’s democratic system readiness
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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