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Announcement of 40 Selected Participants for “Fact-Check Thailand 2026” Empowering a New Generation to Combat Disinformation Ahead of the 2026 General Election

Announcement of 40 Selected Participants for “Fact-Check Thailand 2026” Empowering a New Generation to Combat Disinformation Ahead of the 2026 General Election

“Fact-Check Thailand 2026” proudly announces the list of 40 selected participants from across the country who will take part in an intensive 4-day, 3-night workshop under the theme “From Newsroom Simulation to Real-World Practice.” The program aims to empower journalists, youth, and emerging communicators to become key forces in fact-checking during the election period. The training will take place from 19–22 November 2025 at Thai PBS and The Royal River Hotel, Bangkok.

Nov 10, 2025

How to Donate Without Falling Victim to Scammers
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How to Donate Without Falling Victim to Scammers

One of the ways people often seek emotional fulfillment is through giving—whether in the form of money or goods. Combined with the Thai cultural tendency toward empathy and generosity, it’s no surprise that charitable giving has multiplied significantly recently. The rise of online donation platforms has made it even easier, allowing people to contribute without leaving home.

Sep 24, 2025

Is there any way to get your money back after being pressured by a mall salesperson into buying a course and ended up losing money without knowing what you agreed to?
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Is there any way to get your money back after being pressured by a mall salesperson into buying a course and ended up losing money without knowing what you agreed to?

The Consumer Organization Council recommends four initial strategies to help protect your rights when faced with unfair persuasion to purchase goods or services. Just walking through a mall and making eye contact with sales staff promoting beauty courses or products, they suddenly swarmed in to greet and speak so fluently and rapidly that we were caught completely off guard. Before realizing it, you’ve already swiped your card to pay for a course costing tens or even hundreds of thousands of baht, without meaning to. So, can you get your money back ?

Sep 12, 2025

“Brushing Scam”: Free Parcel Scam at Your Door — Spot the Signs Before You Become a Victim
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“Brushing Scam”: Free Parcel Scam at Your Door — Spot the Signs Before You Become a Victim

According to Meltwater data, online shopping in Thailand accounted for 11.4% of total retail purchases in June 2025, marking an 8.8% increase compared to the previous year. With such rapid growth, this space has inevitably become a prime target for scammers. One emerging tactic is the “Brushing Scam”, a deceptive scheme in which scammers send unsolicited parcels to people’s homes.

Aug 22, 2025

For a safe Songkran Festival, beware of 5 dangers from scammers
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For a safe Songkran Festival, beware of 5 dangers from scammers

Songkran 2025 should be a festival full of fun and safety. Therefore, being aware of scams and observing suspicious behavior around can greatly reduce the chance of becoming a victim. Thai PBS Verify has compiled common threats during the Songkran Festival and how to deal with them right here.

Apr 13, 2025

Discover the Four Emotions Scammers Use to Deceive Victims
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Discover the Four Emotions Scammers Use to Deceive Victims

Since the increase in call-center scams, which intensified around 2019 during the COVID-19 outbreak, scammers have not only adopted increasingly advanced technologies but also employed psychological tactics, particularly manipulating victims' emotions as a core strategy for deception.

Mar 27, 2025

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