New Thai King crowned

It’s the first of three days of coronation rites for King Vajiralongkorn, who inherited the throne in 2016. We’ll hear what role the monarchy plays in modern Thailand.

Also in the programme: motor racing’s first female-only championship gets underway; and on the campaign trail with the leader of South Africa’s long-time governing party, the ANC.

(Photo: people hold portraits of Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn as they wait near the Grand Palace during the royal coronation. Credit: JEWEL SAMAD/AFP/Getty Images)