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Natthaphong’s viral admission of vote buying committed by People’s MP proved to be deepfake
Thai PBS Verify has examined a viral video during that election period. It claims that “Teng” Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, prime ministerial candidate from the People's Party, admitted to vote-buying by the party’s MP.
Feb 8, 2026 | Politics
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
Cambodian BM-21 explosion clip identified as AI-generated
Thai PBS Verify has investigated the footage of a video claiming to show a strike destroying Cambodian BM-21 multiple rocket launchers.
Feb 4, 2026 | Around the World
Watch Chinese Short Dramas & Earn 1,400 Baht? This Is Just Scam Tactic
Thai PBS Verify uncovered a Chinese app luring users with promises of 1,400 baht for watching ‘duanju,’ aka Chinese short dramas. Police warn don’t click on these links, share personal data, or transfer money — because it’s a scam.
Feb 3, 2026 | Science & Tech
Scam Alert! Social Media Page Claiming to Be Famous Krabi Hotel Was Found Fake
A fraudulent page was found on social media, aiming to deceive victims into booking rooms and transferring money. Meanwhile, the hotel itself — Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort & Spa Krabi — has warned the public to always verify the account name before making any reservation payment.
Feb 3, 2026 | Science & Tech
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
