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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
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
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
Post Claims “Cambodia Intimidates Thailand with MiG-21” — In Fact, It Is Only Transported for Exhibition
Thai PBS Verify investigated the clip claiming, “Cambodia intimidates Thailand by showing off MiG-21” and found that it was actually old footage from 2022.
Jan 27, 2026 | Politics
Viral Clip Claims Arrest of Major Party’s Vote-Canvasser in Phichit: Verified as Old News from 2023
Thai PBS Verify has investigated an online viral video claiming the arrest of an election vote-canvasser buying votes at 1,000 Baht per head. The investigation found that this was old footage from 2023. Additionally, the Phichit Provincial Election Commission (EC) confirmed that the event is outdated; the EC eventually resolved to dismiss the petition due to insufficient evidence to prosecute the accused on vote-buying charges.
Jan 20, 2026 | Politics
Fact-Check: Distorted Claims Regarding Content and Amendment of 2017 Constitution
Thai PBS Verify investigated a Facebook post claiming that amending the 2017 Constitution would result in a loss of public benefits. The post further cited severe penalties for corruption cases as a justification. Upon investigation, it was found that the content does not exist within the 2017 Constitution. The penalties cited are powers granted under other specific organic laws. Furthermore, a constitutional amendment does not automatically terminate the enforcement of organic laws or other existing legislation.
Jan 19, 2026 | Politics
United Thai Nation Party’s 25‑Baht Fuel Policy – Experts Comment It Is Hard to Implement and Could Lead to Massive Debt
Thai PBS Verify reviewed the United Thai Nation Party’s proposal to reduce the retail price of gasoline and diesel to 25 baht per liter. Experts warned that such policy could impose an excessive financial burden on the government, instead they suggested that price reductions should be targeted to low‑income groups or holders of the state welfare card.
Jan 16, 2026 | Politics
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
