The claim that New Year festivities will be called off because of a "Deltacron XBC" COVID-19 surge is false and has been reshared from older posts. Meanwhile, the Department of Disease Control reassures the public that Omicron NB.1.8.1 is the primary strain circulating in Thailand, with no restrictions or event cancellations imposed.
Sep 2, 2026 | Health
Investigations by several medical organizations indicate that Thrombosis with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (TTS) is a very rare adverse event associated with the AstraZeneca vaccine. Symptoms typically develop within 4–30 days after vaccination. Healthcare professionals are therefore advised to monitor for the condition and conduct prompt screening when relevant symptoms occur. The World Health Organization (WHO) has also stated that during the period of active COVID-19 transmission, the benefits of vaccination in preventing severe disease substantially outweighed the risks associated with TTS.
Aug 25, 2026 | Health
The news is true, but there is no need to panic! Following the publication in the Royal Gazette of a notification concerning medicines containing 5,000 ppm fluoride, many people came to believe that “fluoride is dangerous” and that fluoride toothpaste should therefore be avoided. However, the fact is that fluoride toothpaste is available in different concentrations and is intended for different purposes.
Aug 21, 2026 | Health
Thai PBS Verify investigated a viral post claiming that a "stone riprap dam collapsed along the Ping River" in Khlong Khlung District, Kamphaeng Phet Province. The investigation revealed that the damage occurred to a riverbank erosion protection structure, not a water storage dam or a main river barrier. Meanwhile, water management agencies reported that northern runoff volumes tend to decrease, though rainfall during October 11–13, 2026, still requires close monitoring.
Oct 2, 2026 | Environment & Disaster
Thai PBS Verify has confirmed that a viral clip faking the program “Thai PBS News Now (Tan Khao),” which appeared to show police arresting “Boy Tha Phrachan” for alleged ties to gambling websites, was in fact a fake clip generated using AI deepfake by a scammer. Academics pointed out that the credibility of Thai PBS is being misused to promote online gambling ads.
Oct 1, 2025 | Social & Health
Thai PBS Verify investigated a page named Tasnim News Agency, which posted claiming "A Thai ship was attacked by Iran's IRGC in the Strait of Hormuz", finding the information inconsistent with the facts. The Royal Thai Navy confirmed the Thai ship is safe, while the ship's location was found never to have been in the incident area. Meanwhile, the post’s page was found to be based in Bangladesh.
Jul 27, 2026
A viral video claiming that “Trump gave Netanyahu a piggyback ride” has amassed more than 1.8 million views, but fact-checking indicates that the video is highly likely to be AI-generated.
A video clip showing former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan crying with red eyes and accompanied by inflammatory claims about the United States was actually created using AI. White House records show that Khan’s meeting with Donald Trump in 2019 focused on bilateral cooperation and did not involve any of the events described in the viral claims.
Thai PBS Verify investigated a widely circulated video alleging that Donald Trump was recorded kissing a female rapper, accompanied by claims connecting him to a secret affair and the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. The investigation concluded that the clip is an AI-generated creation, and no verifiable evidence from reputable sources supports these allegations.
Thai PBS Verify has examined a viral video on X. It claims that during a UN meeting, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni slapped the Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu, over the Palestinian flag issue. However, the team has found that this was fake news. The footage was found to have been created by AI. Several noticeable flaws in the images, including non-seamless visuals, have been pointed out.
Thai PBS Verify has found an alleged quote by Senator Angkhana Neelapaijit—suggesting Thais should assist Cambodians by building houses to shelter them from the rain. However, no such interview exists in public records. Senator Angkhana has also reiterated that she never made the comment, declaring it entirely fake.
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.
Don’t be deceived. Fraudsters are deploying AI‑driven ads on Facebook, disguising fake websites to resemble trusted news outlets. They even impersonate Thai PBS programs, fabricating a story about a supposedly hidden ‘automatic money‑making system’—claiming it provoked the former central bank governor to storm out of an interview in anger
Thai PBS Verify has discovered a suspicious news article: Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, leader of the People’s Party, allegedly speaks against Thai billionaire Dhanin Chearavanont in a famous news program, while promoting an automated income-generating investment link. However, the featured imagery is found to be an AI deepfake. Meanwhile, Mr. Dhanin’s CP Group has come forward to confirm that the report is entirely fake, adding that legal action is currently underway against those involved.
Misinformation: Post claims that mixing three COVID‑19 vaccines causes years of hair loss, skin rashes, and low platelet counts — Thai PBS Verify investigated and found it false. Experts from Ramathibodi Hospital and NSTDA confirmed there is no scientific basis.
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.
A Facebook page shared a post claiming that the HMPV virus has merged with COVID-19, leading to over 30,000 shares. Medical experts have confirmed that the claim is false.
A well-known social media page spread a rumor causing public panic, stating that the “Nipah virus” had already reached Thailand, with one case found at Siriraj Hospital and six cases in Chanthaburi.
Thai PBS Verify investigated a video clip claiming that “Nene Royal” wrote and sang a tribute song for “Hlun Solo” and found the claim to be false. Her manager confirmed that she had no involvement in the song. In addition, an AI detection test indicated a high probability that the song was AI-generated.
A viral video claiming that “Trump gave Netanyahu a piggyback ride” has amassed more than 1.8 million views, but fact-checking indicates that the video is highly likely to be AI-generated.
A video clip showing former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan crying with red eyes and accompanied by inflammatory claims about the United States was actually created using AI. White House records show that Khan’s meeting with Donald Trump in 2019 focused on bilateral cooperation and did not involve any of the events described in the viral claims.
Thai PBS Verify investigated a video showing Muslims laying prayer mats and blocking trains in the London Underground, accompanied by claims of “Shakira law.” The review found that the clip was AI‑generated, contradicting Islamic principles, and was being used to stir up religious hatred.
In 2024, Thai PBS Verify was launched to be another voice in disseminating accurate information through fact-checking amidst the widespread dissemination of fake news today. Its goal is to “end the spread of rumors, misinformation, false news, and fake news, and create a safer online world.”
A video showing Thai soldiers clearing a bunker has gone viral on social media, racking up over 400,000 views alongside claims that it depicts a clash along the Thai-Cambodian border. However, a Royal Thai Navy spokesperson confirmed the footage is a short promotional film for tactical shooting training.
Aug 18, 2026 | Politics
When an online romance does not begin with two people who genuinely know each other, it may instead begin with a carefully fabricated identity designed to appear authentic—from photographs and social media accounts to affectionate messages and even video calls that appear to show a real person.
Aug 30, 2026
Scammers are increasingly sending SMS messages claiming that recipients have “outstanding traffic fines.” By exploiting fear and panic, they pressure people into clicking malicious links designed to steal their money and personal information. So, how can you check whether a traffic ticket is genuine? Thai PBS Verify has compiled the information you need.
Aug 27, 2026
More than 80 victims have filed complaints after Goldtech House HR Co., Ltd. allegedly claimed it could arrange overseas employment in Finland and Canada, offering packing and factory jobs with salaries of up to THB 90,000 per month. The company subsequently collected document-processing fees and additional expenses, but the applicants were ultimately unable to travel or take up the promised jobs. Preliminary estimates place total financial losses at nearly THB 20 million. Several victims later came forward to share their experiences on the People’s Station (Sathani Prachachon) program.
Aug 25, 2026
Examining the threat of misinformation in the wake of the Nonthaburi shooting: from deceptive imagery and fake chats pushing illegal gambling to attention-seeking AI visuals. This crisis underscores the perilous impact of false data, compounding trauma and inflicting deeper scars on society.
Aug 12, 2026
During the Mother’s Day holiday, scammers may impersonate children or grandchildren by calling or messaging to trick people into sending money. Thai PBS Verify shares tips on how to spot and prevent this type of scam.
Aug 11, 2026
With call center syndicates relying on random dialing and official impersonation to siphon funds, utilizing call screening tools provides a crucial first line of defense to stop scammers before you become their next target.
Aug 8, 2026
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Closing with great impression and intensity for the project "Thai PBS Verify Youth Camp 2026: Shaping Thinkers, Conquering False Information, Combating Scammer Threats," after 32 upper secondary school youth teams from over 123 applicant teams nationwide. (excluding Bangkok and its vicinity)
The Thai Public Broadcasting Service (Thai PBS), through Thai PBS Verify, moves forward with driving collaboration with the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), joining as a key network partner in the project "Thai PBS Verify Youth Camp 2026: Shaping Thinkers, Conquering False Information, Combating Scammer Threats". This initiative aims to strengthen information immunity for Thai youth at the upper secondary school level across 4 regions (North, Northeast, Central, and South).
Thai PBS reinforces its public media role in elevating fact-checking by joining the discussion forum at the event "Fact-Checking & Public Trust: When Truth Is Challenged, How Will the Government Build Trust?" to strengthen government credibility in the AI era where information spreads rapidly organized by the Office of the Public Sector Development Commission (OPDC) in collaboration with Thammasat University on July 22, 2026, at Meeting Room 6AB, Siam@Siam Design Hotel, Bangkok.
Thai PBS Verify, under the Thai Public Broadcasting Service, brings together 32 youth teams from all over Thailand for the 'Thai PBS Verify Youth Camp 2026.' The program aims to inspire young minds to tackle misinformation and combat scams.
