Warning to political parodists and meme creators: Beware of legal consequences. Whether it involves posting misleading content by swapping party or candidate numbers, creating parody campaign signs, or modifying and destroying them, legal experts clarify that such actions constitute offenses under Criminal Law, Election Law, and the Act on Computer Crime.
Jan 7, 2026
“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
Matcha, or green tea powder, is a health drink that has become increasingly popular, often found in desserts and wellness beverages. Many people enjoy its rich flavor and distinctive aroma, but questions remain — could drinking matcha regularly over a long period have any effects on the body?
Oct 3, 2025
In September 2024, the Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) revealed that insurance claims for vehicles damaged by flooding amounted to over 420 million baht. More than 2,000 vehicles were assessed for repair or compensation due to flood-related damage.
Sep 30, 2025
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
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
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
We are revealing the four new lieutenants of the "Poipet Company," recently added based on public tips. Among the new recruits is a member who speaks unclear Thai but is very vocal. People are warned to take note of their faces to avoid becoming victims.
Jun 19, 2025
As the joyful Songkran Festival approaches next month, so does a surge in scam activity. Thai PBS Verify has compiled key tips to help the public avoid falling victim to fraud.
Jun 18, 2025
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
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
