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No oil tanker anchored in Gulf of Thailand hoards supplies as claimed
Thai PBS Verify has examined a post claiming that oil tankers were anchored to hoard supplies and sell fuel at high prices to Thais.
Apr 7, 2026 | Social & Health
Iran doesn’t attack USS Gerald R. Ford, but carrier suffers fire in laundry room
A post claims that the U.S. aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford may be out of service for up to two years following an attack by Iran. Thai PBS Verify has found that, in reality, the ship suffered a laundry room fire, while the post’s featuring photos are AI-generated.
Apr 3, 2026 | Around the World
New COVID variant ‘Cicada’ is not caused by eponymous insect
Thai PBS Verify has debunked claims that a new COVID variant, 'Cicada,' originated from crickets. In fact, its name actually refers to the cyclical nature of the disease, similar to that of a cicada.
Mar 31, 2026 | Social & Health
Image of Donald Trump collapsing on stage found to be AI-generated
An image shows that the U.S. President Donald Trump collapsed while speaking on a public stage. It further claims that Mr. Trump’s collapse resulted from a neurological condition related to tensions with Iran.
Mar 27, 2026 | Around the World
Fake news on PM Anutin launching ‘unlimited refueling policy’ in Buriram
Thai PBS Verify has found that claims of PM Anutin Charnvirakul’s 'unlimited fuel' policy in Buriram are fake news. Provincial energy officials urge the public not to be misled.
Mar 27, 2026 | Social & Health
Image of missile attack on Tel Aviv found to be AI-generated
Thai PBS Verify has found that an image, claiming that Israeli capital Tel Aviv had been heavily damaged by missile strikes amid conflict between the US-Israel. and Iran, is 99.9% AI-generated, with no matching sources found in credible mainstream media.
Mar 25, 2026 | Around the World
Thousands in Japan rally against PM Takaichi’s policies concerning Iran war
Following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s trip to the U.S., thousands in Japan gathered to rally against the administration. Thai PBS Verify finds that the demonstrations were authentic and gained momentum through March 23.
Mar 25, 2026 | Around the World
Video claims cooking oil can replace diesel fuel, but in reality it risks engine failure
Thai PBS Verify has investigated a viral video claiming that cooking oil can be used as a substitute for diesel fuel. Experts advise against this practice, warning of significant risks to the engine.
Mar 23, 2026 | Social & Health
Video showing F-35 shot down by Iran is actually simulated combat footage from video game
A viral video claiming Iran shot down a U.S. F-35 stealth fighter is actually simulated combat footage from a video game. While CENTCOM has confirmed that a F-35 did make an emergency landing and is currently under investigation, Thai PBS Verify has also concluded that the footage in question is entirely unrelated to the actual incident.
Mar 21, 2026 | Around the World
