Sorrapong, the humble king of the Thai screen

13 Sept 08:24 Key points summarised by AI

Sorapong Chatree, a legendary Thai actor, passed away, marking the end of an era for 'Thai handsome' heroes in cinema, contrasting with modern beauty standards.
Beginning his career from humble roots as a 'water boy' and extra, Sorapong rose to stardom under the mentorship of Prince Chatrichalerm Yukol, who gave him his first leading role in 1971.
Over five decades, he starred in an astonishing 550 films, showcasing immense versatility across genres and earning numerous accolades, including the National Artist of Thailand in 2008.
Despite his immense fame, Sorapong remained profoundly humble throughout his life, dedicating his later years to philanthropic work, building the Luang Phor Tor Foundation, and embodying the spirit of a 'good star'.

Cabinet approves ฿10.5bn central fund for flood relief

Yesterday 14:04 Key points summarised by AI

The Cabinet allocated 10.5 billion baht from the fiscal 2027 central emergency fund to provide financial relief for flood victims.
This funding will cover remaining compensation payments and relief operations for severely affected households, as fiscal 2026 funds have been exhausted.