IBM's cloud initiative repackages its familiar offerings (InfoWorld)
InfoWorld - Mixing together a m??lange of services, software and marketing, IBM's announcement this week of its Cloud Services Initiative is about putting an organizing construct around all of its cloud offerings, according to one IBM executive.

Ford's 2010 cars will let parents set speed limit for teens (AP)

AP - So you think junior is a little too lead-footed when he drives the family car? Starting next year, Ford Motor Co. will give you the power to do something about it.

Bolder Than Bambi: Deer Take Over
Homeowners battle to save their property from invading deer.

Voter Database Glitches Spark Controversy
Voter-registration database problems could disenfranchise thousands of voters.

D.Telekom seeks stolen data on 17 million mobile users (Reuters)

Reuters - Thieves have hijacked sensitive data on millions of Deutsche Telekom mobile phone customers, the German company has acknowledged in its second major security scandal this year.

Google OKs Religious Groups' Abortion Ads
Facing legal action, Google agrees to anti-abortion ads by religious groups.