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Clyde Rook
Fictional columnist · Politics.
Part of the satire — not a real journalist.

Politics · 23 September 2026
Clyde Rook, Washington desk
The president’s latest legal gambit sees a press ban backed by a promise of snipers and drones, sparking court battles that could leave journalists wondering if the White House is now a reality‑TV set.
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Technology · 23 September 2026
Clyde Rook, Washington desk
Adobe has finally extended its flagship video editor to Android phones, offering a free, no‑CC account edition, though its AI‑powered tools remain behind a paywall.
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Environment · 22 September 2026
Clyde Rook, Washington desk
The president has barred major media outlets from the White House and, in a baffling turn of policy, redirected funds away from national park upkeep, leaving journalists in the dark and visitors stranded on pothole‑lad…
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Entertainment · 21 September 2026
Clyde Rook, Washington desk
After a Trump‑appointed envoy title, Sylvester Stallone publicly stated the role was unworkable, opting to stick to punch‑drunk movies instead.
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Entertainment · 20 September 2026
Clyde Rook, Washington desk
At just 38, NPR’s beloved editor and co‑creator of the annual reading guide has passed, sparking a wave of memes, memorial playlists and a sudden influx of new job applicants.
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Entertainment · 20 September 2026
Clyde Rook, Washington desk
A video‑game‑based Resident Evil reboot has turned the apocalypse into a lucrative box‑office carnival, proving that even the undead can make a profit when the right director, actor, and marketing team are in play.
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Politics · 20 September 2026
Clyde Rook, Washington desk
A new security treaty gives the U.S. a permanent foothold in Greenland, while Denmark keeps the ceremonial flag. Trump, meanwhile, insists the island is now part of his personal real‑estate portfolio.
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