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Thailand: Is Driving Through Water and Splashing Others Really Punishable by Law?
Fact-checking the post claiming that "driving through water and splashing people" carries a risk of 1 year in prison and a 20,000 baht fine. Thai PBS Verify verified the claim and found that the law does specify penalties for driving without consideration for the safety or trouble of others, and there may be additional offenses if property is damaged.
Aug 13, 2026
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
Verified: The Cambodian page states “Laos-Thailand-Vietnam” seized Cambodian territory totaling 62 provinces; the truth is a distortion.
The Cambodian Facebook page posted, stating that "Laos-Thailand-Vietnam" seized Cambodian territory totaling 62 provinces, along with an appeal for Cambodian children to remember. Academics suggest that ancient history offers incomplete information regarding events that occurred before the establishment of the Cambodian nation.
Oct 6, 2025