Henry Ridgwell

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January 07, 2023
Qatar Corruption Scandal Risks EU Gas Deals

The corruption scandal at the European Parliament deepened this week as officials said they would seek to lift the immunity of two more lawmakers accused of taking bribes from the Persian Gulf state of Qatar. Henry Ridgwell reports that the investigation could impact economic ties between Europe and Qatar, a key supplier of energy.
November 05, 2022
War in Ukraine Might Hinder Climate Talks Ahead of COP27

Concerns that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has reversed progress on tackling climate change will be addressed during the COP27 climate talks in the Egyptian resort of Sharm el-Sheikh next week. However, some analysts say that the war could have a positive impact in the longer term. Henry Ridgwell has the details.
October 29, 2022
Rishi Sunak: Britain's First Nonwhite Prime Minister

Rishi Sunak, whose Hindu parents were born in Africa, has become Britain’s first non-white prime minister. As Henry Ridgwell reports from London, some in Britain are comparing it to the election of Barack Obama as the first Black U.S. president.
September 19, 2022
Britain Mourns Queen Elizabeth, Prepares for King Charles Era

Experts say Monday marked the culmination of the second Elizabethan era amid Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral proceedings, and add, Tuesday will mark the start of the King Charles III era as he faces pressure of maintaining the relevance of the British monarchy. For more, VOA’s Henry Ridgwell reports.
September 19, 2022
Passing Britain's Crown - the Interment

UPDATED WITH MONDAY SEPTEMBER 19 EVENTS: Britain's Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-reigning monarch, has been laid to rest at Windsor Castle, aside her husband Prince Philip and other royal family members, ending ten days of pageantry marking her passing at age 96.
September 18, 2022
Queen Death Sparks Commonwealth Future Debates

The death of Queen Elizabeth II and crowning of King Charles III to lead the British empire, has sparked renewed debates in Commonwealth countries over relations with the monarchy and some experts predict several disassociations from the Commonwealth. For more, VOA’s Henry Ridgwell speaks to experts
September 15, 2022
Westminster Open for Queen Farewell

The late Queen Elizabeth II arrived at Westminster Hall Wednesday where she will lie until her funeral on Monday, and until then will be open to public viewing, but reporters warn 27-hour waits before receiving an opportunity to bid farewell to the late leader. VOA’s Henry Ridgwell provides updates.
September 14, 2022
Queen Elizabeth II Arrives at Westminster Hall

Tens of thousands of people have already started lining up at Westminster Hall in London in attempts of bidding farewell to Queen Elizabeth II, amid the arrival of the late British leader’s coffin in London. VOA’s Henry Ridgwell was on the scene to provide updates.
September 10, 2022
Oxford Develops New Malaria Vaccine

Trials of a new malaria vaccine developed by Britain’s University of Oxford show it is 80 percent effective — meaning it has the potential to save millions of lives and eventually eradicate the disease. Henry Ridgwell reports from London.
September 06, 2022
New British Prime Minister Promises Russia, China Fight

Britain’s former Foreign Secretary Liz Truss Tuesday gave her first address as Prime Minister, where she said her administration will boost defense spending by an estimated $180 billion and will continue supporting Ukraine amid Russian aggression. For more VOA’s Henry Ridgwell speaks to analysts.
September 01, 2022
Britain Awaits New Leader as Boris Johnson Exits

Nearly two months after the resignation of Boris Johnson in July, Britain is awaiting the appointment of a new prime minister. Johnson's successor faces a series of daunting challenges. Henry Ridgwell reports.
July 08, 2022
Ukraine Salutes UK Johnson Amid PM Resignation

Ukrainians say they are saddened by the news of the resignation of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson who was saluted for providing immense support amid Kyiv’s war with Russia. Kyiv adds Ukrainians are confident that the incoming British administration will maintain the anti-Russia position.
July 05, 2022
Spain Asks NATO to Address North Africa Threats

Madrid warns migration could be used as a pressure tactic by ‘hostile actors.’

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Henry Ridgwell

Produced by Henry Ridgwell

Qatar Corruption Scandal Risks EU Gas Deals

War in Ukraine Might Hinder Climate Talks Ahead of COP27

Rishi Sunak: Britain's First Nonwhite Prime Minister

Britain Mourns Queen Elizabeth, Prepares for King Charles Era

Passing Britain's Crown - the Interment

Queen Death Sparks Commonwealth Future Debates

Westminster Open for Queen Farewell

Queen Elizabeth II Arrives at Westminster Hall

Oxford Develops New Malaria Vaccine

New British Prime Minister Promises Russia, China Fight

Britain Awaits New Leader as Boris Johnson Exits

Ukraine Salutes UK Johnson Amid PM Resignation

Spain Asks NATO to Address North Africa Threats