King stops sister’s PM bid

Thai Princess Ubolratana’s unprecedented attempt to become the country’s next prime minister was abruptly shut off on Saturday after her Thai Raksa Chart, a populist party, caved into a command from the king blocking her move into politics. The monarchy was tipped into turmoil on Friday after the princess’ unexpected bid for power prompted a swift challenge from her younger brother, King Maha Vajiralongkorn. She has not commented on the row, only thanking supporters yesterday on her widely-followed Instagram account.