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Philippe Naughton

Philippe Naughton has worked as a foreign correspondent around the world for Reuters and as a reporter and foreign desk editor at the Times of London. He helps edit the Daily Beast from the U.K.

Prince Harry smiles and waves with a thinning head of ginger hair as he arrives during the first week of a nine-week trial lawsuit against Associated Newspapers, publisher of the Daily Mail, in 2026.
HOMESICK

Harry Wants to Spend ‘More and More’ Time in the UK

“He wants more and more of a foothold here, more trips back, less courtroom drama.”

Philippe Naughton

Britain's Prince George in the Royal Box ahead of the final match between Italy's Jannik Sinner and Germany's Alexander Zverev, All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London, Britain, July 12, 2026.
SAY CHEESE

The Smartphone Threat Facing Prince George at School

“No Photography” signs may not be enough to protect royal privacy.

Wiktoria Gucia

Britain's Prince Harry and Meghan Markle appear onstage at the 2021 Global Citizen Live concert in New York, September 25, 2021.
JUST DESSERTS

Harry and Meghan’s Film Beaten at Box Office By Cat Videos

Never underestimate the cinematic power of cats.

Philippe Naughton

Donald Trump in smoke from bombs behind an image of Tehran after the United States bombed Iran
NOT LISTENING

The Generals Said No but Trump Was Bored of Peace

The peace president, 79, has gone to war, again.

Philippe Naughton

General Manuel Antonio Noriega speaks 20 May 1988 in Panama City during the presentation of colors to the San Miguel Arcangel de San Miguelito volunteer batallion. Noriega said that discussions with the U.S. could not continue as long as the U.S. continued its agression and that Panamian democracy will not follow an North American schedule. (Photo credit should read ANGEL MURILLO/AFP via Getty Images)
NOT SO FAST

MAGA’s Venezuela Abduction Gotcha Doesn’t Add Up

Nicolás Maduro was snatched on the anniversary of General Noriega’s capture, but—sorry, MAGA—the precedent ends there.

Philippe Naughton

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Trump attacked Venezuela.
IT’S BUSINESS

Venezuela Spills Real Reason for Trump’s Unhinged Invasion

It’s got nothing to do with drugs, said a defiant Nicolás Maduro, hours before his alleged capture by the United States.

Philippe Naughton

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks at the Liberal Party election night headquarters in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada April 29, 2025.  REUTERS/Blair Gable
ELBOWS UP

Canadian Leader Savages Trump After Shock Election Victory

Mark Carney rides wave of anti-Trump sentiment to secure unlikely election win.

Philippe Naughton

An American Airlines flight to Miami was forced to turn back after a passenger—convinced that “Satan’s disciple(s)” had followed him onto the aircraft—swallowed rosary beads and kicked a flight attendant in the chest.
HELLISH EXPERIENCE

Man Eats Rosary Beads and Attacks Crew in Mid-Flight Frenzy

He told his sister a Satanic disciple had followed them on board, authorities say.

Philippe Naughton

A Tesla Cybertruck
WHY THE RUSH?

Cybertruck Crash Into Pole Sparks Debate About Self-Driving

The Tesla pickup failed to merge into traffic while in self-driving mode.

Philippe Naughton

Screengrab from video showing the drone attack on Chernobyl released by Ukrainian government.
DIPLOMATIC FALLOUT?

Chernobyl Nuke Shield Hit in Russian Drone Attack: Zelensky

The attack came just hours before the Ukrainian president was due to meet top U.S. officials.

Philippe Naughton

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