The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II in London on Monday united a nation and attracted the attention of the world. But as the solemn day ended, some nations resumed conversations about the relevance and future of a hereditary system that reminds them of a bygone colonial era. Nowhere is that more pronounced than in the […]
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Commonwealth speech: Charles expresses sorrow over slavery
Britain's Prince Charles delivers his message during the opening ceremony of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), June 24, 2022 in Kigali, Rwanda. (DAN KITWOOD / POOL PHOTO VIA AP) KIGALI – Britain's Prince Charles expressed deep sorrow over slavery in a speech to Commonwealth leaders in Rwanda on Friday and acknowledged that the […]
Commonwealth heads meet in Rwanda, slammed for its rights records
Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his wife Carrie Johnson arrive for the Heads of Government Banquet, hosted by President Kagame of Rwanda, during the Commonwealth heads of government meeting in Kigali, Rwanda on June 23, 2022. (DAN KITWOOD / POOL PHOTO VIA AP) KIGALI – Commonwealth leaders meet in Kigali on Friday to discuss […]