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Posts by Robert K. Lawson

I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life.
About Robert K. Lawson

Robert K. Lawson became a journalist after spotting a zoning story gone wrong. A Penn State grad, he now covers Philadelphia City Hall’s hidden machinery—permits, budgets, and bureaucracy—for Newsofphiladelphia.com, turning data and documents into accountability reporting.

Coast Guard officer stands at ship
Posted inBreaking News Business News World News

U.S. Seizes Sixth Venezuelan Oil Tanker in Caribbean Crackdown

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 16, 2026No Comments
At a Glance U.S. forces captured the Motor Tanker Veronica in the Caribbean Sea The tanker is the sixth seized as part of Trump's Venezuela oil...
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Francisco Renteria signing his baseball contract with Venezuelan flag behind him and fans celebrating
Posted inBreaking News Business News

Phillies Land $4 Million Teen Sensation

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 16, 2026No Comments
At a Glance Francisco Renteria, 17, signed for $4 million on international signing day 6-foot-3 Venezuelan outfielder ranked No. 3 in international...
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Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov stand at Olympic rink edge with faded U.S. flag showing disappointment
Posted inBreaking News Sports News

Citizenship Denial Ends Olympic Dream

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 15, 2026No Comments
At a Glance Two-time U.S. pairs champions Alisa Efimova and Misha Mitrofanov will miss the Milan Olympics Efimova's green-card status blocks Olympic...
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Flyers players stand dejected on ice with shattered hockey stick and fans holding Vladar signs in dark arena
Posted inBreaking News

Flyers Lose Vladar, Fall 5-2

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 15, 2026No Comments
At a Glance Dan Vladar exited with an undisclosed injury after the first period, leaving the Flyers down 2-0. The losing streak extended to a...
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Rep Chrissy Houlahan testifying at congressional hearing with video projection flickering behind her
Posted inBreaking News Political News

Trump DOJ Targets Veteran Lawmakers Over ‘Illegal Orders’ Video

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 15, 2026No Comments
Six Democratic lawmakers who served in the military or intelligence agencies confirmed Wednesday they are under investigation by the Trump...
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Abandoned renovation site shows broken ladder with scattered coins and crumpled check near unfinished yard
Posted inBreaking News Local News

Contractor Wanted After Allegedly Taking Cash, Vanishing

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 15, 2026No Comments
A 58-year-old Maryland man is wanted for allegedly posing as a home-improvement contractor, collecting upfront payments from Wilmington homeowners...
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Grated cheese container sits on grocery shelf with red recalled sticker wrapped around packaging and yogurt box showing simil
Posted inBreaking News Health News

Deadly Cheese Recall Spans 20 States

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 15, 2026No Comments
At a Glance Listeria contamination found in grated Pecorino Romano products 20 states affected across the U.S. Products sold under Locatelli,...
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Empty conference room with wooden table and two chairs showing laptop and notebook with warm lighting
Posted inCorporate News Tech News

OpenAI Reclaims Two Founders From Rival Startup

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 15, 2026No Comments
At a Glance Barret Zoph and Luke Metz leave Mira Murati's Thinking Machines Lab after less than a year Both co-founders return to OpenAI alongside...
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Firefighter stands at burning rowhome window with flames and smoke rising as crowd watches
Posted inBreaking News Local News

70 Firefighters Battle Kensington Rowhome Blaze

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 15, 2026No Comments
At a Glance More than 70 firefighters and medics responded to a three-story rowhome fire on North Lee Street. Flames were spotted pouring from the...
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Worn Red Sox glove rests on wooden bench overlooking Fenway Park with baseball cleats below and golden sunset light
Posted inBreaking News Market News

Phillies Lose Suárez in $130M Shocker

Posted by I’m Robert K. Lawson, a technology journalist covering how innovation, digital policy, and emerging technologies are reshaping businesses, government, and daily life. Robert K. Lawson January 15, 2026No Comments
At a Glance Ranger Suárez is signing a five-year, $130 million deal with the Red Sox The lefty posted a 3.20 ERA and 151 strikeouts in...
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