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Viral Image On Crane Collapse on Train at Sikhio Appears to Be AI‑Generated, But Incident Is Real
In the aftermath of the crane collapse incident in Sikhio District, Nakhon Ratchasima, the viral aerial photo showing wreckage and alleged casualties was not authentic. Verification found the image had no source and did not match the actual scene. Image‑analysis tools indicated it was likely created using artificial intelligence (AI). The State Railway of Thailand confirmed the picture was fake and not taken at the crash site.
Jan 15, 2026 | Science & Tech
Fact-check: Democrat Party’s “5,000-Baht Mother and Child Subsidy” Policy for One Year – Academics Propose 3,000-Baht Universal Grant Until Age Six
Thai PBS Verify examines the Democrat Party’s policy “Caring for Mothers, Nurturing Infants,” which proposes a 5,000 baht monthly subsidy for 12 months. Meanwhile, academics recommend providing care from pregnancy until age six, utilizing a universal subsidy system of 3,000 baht per month as a security for every child.
Jan 13, 2026 | Politics
Fact-check: 3,000-baht “People’s Pension” policy from Thai Sang Thai Party. Three sectors agree the elderly allowance must be increased
Thailand officially entered a complete aging society in 2023, with the population aged over 60 accounting for nearly 20% of the total population. For this reason, Thai PBS Verify takes an in-depth look at Thai Sang Thai Party’s “3,000-baht People’s Pension” policy, which draws interest from the elderly, to examine how it is similar to or different from past policies, and whether it can realistically be implemented following the 2026 election.
Jan 13, 2026 | Politics
Post Claims “Treenuch” Told Cambodian Workers Not to Leave Thailand on Feb. 13, 2026 – In Fact, It Was Set to Lao and Vietnamese Workers
Thai PBS Verify investigated a post claiming that Minister of Labour Treenuch Thienthong had told Cambodian workers not to return to their country on February 13, 2026. The verification confirmed the alleged deadline had been set to Lao and Vietnamese workers, not to the Cambodians.
Jan 10, 2026 | Politics
Fact‑Check: Claim That Thailand Survived Crisis Because Prayut Stockpiled 90 Tons of Gold
Thai PBS Verify found a post claiming that Thailand survived an economic crisis because former Prime Minister Gen. Prayut Chan‑o‑cha decided to purchase and store 90 tons of gold in the national reserves. Verification shows this is not connected to Prayut’s government at the time. Scholars confirm that the government has no authority to intervene in the management of international reserves, especially the mission of the Bank of Thailand.
Jan 9, 2026 | Politics
Policy to demonetize 500–1,000 baht notes as anti‑corruption measure: Academics say it won’t curb corruption, suggesting new banknote designs instead
Thai PBS Verify examined a policy proposal to abolish the use of 1,000‑ and 500‑baht notes, framed as part of an anti‑corruption and anti‑scammer/online gambling campaign by Thai Pakdee Party. Academics argue the measure would not reduce corruption, recommending instead an introduction of new banknote series and a time limit of cash circulation to tackle “grey capital.”
Jan 7, 2026 | Politics
Fact-check: MP candidates with pending legal cases are not considered disqualified under election law
Do MP candidates with ongoing legal proceedings meet the criteria for disqualification? Thai PBS Verify has investigated this matter. Legal provisions state that election candidates whose cases are currently under consideration and have not yet reached a final verdict are not subject to the disqualification criteria outlined in the election law. Being charged or undergoing court proceedings is not yet considered an admission of guilt under constitutional principles. Unless the court imposes a prison sentence and issues a detention order by court warrant, they will only be legally disqualified from being an MP candidate or a Member of Parliament.
Jan 6, 2026 | Politics
“Thai Kao Mai” pushes “free education up to PhD level”; academics say 12-year free education must comes first
Thai Kao Mai Party has announced a policy of “free education up to PhD level,” one of the education policies drawing close attention during the election period. Meanwhile, Thai PBS Verify has examined and traced the development of Thailand’s free education policy
Dec 30, 2025 | Politics
Fact check: Anutin’s remarks on “repaying a 2,400-baht debt” via “Khon La Khrueng Plus” stimulus. Academics view this as attempt to persuade eligible voters, pointing out that 2026 budget already exists.
Thai PBS Verify reviewed a statement made by Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of Bhumjaithai Party, during his policy announcement for the 2026 general election, regarding the “Khon La Khrueng Plus [Half-Half Plus]” government co-payment scheme. He said, “I still owe the people 2,400 baht, and I ask for the chance to return and settle that debt.” The review found that this wording could cause confusion and misunderstanding about the policy. The truth is that the 2026 budget already exists under the legal framework; it is not a personal debt but part of the national budget.
Dec 27, 2025 | Politics
