Patent Bill Passes: The National Law Journal reports on the U.S. Senate's vote for what is considered the most sweeping change to the U.S. patent system in decades, converting the patent system to first-to-file.
'Specific, Unconfirmed': Days before the tenth anniversary of 9/11, U.S. officials are investigating a possible al-Qaeda plot to detonate a vehicle-borne bomb in Washington or New York City, The Washington Post reports.
Solar Glare: The Los Angeles Times reports on a federal law-enforcement raid of solar panel manufacturer Solyndra Inc., which filed for bankruptcy protection this week despite receiving $535 million in federal stimulus loan guarantees.
Farmer-Worker Bill: House Judiciary Chairman Lamar Smith (R-Texas) has introduced legislation that would bring 500,000 foreign migrant farm workers to the United States each year, The New York Times reports.
Apple on the Offensive: The Wall Street Journal reports on a court ruling from Germany prohibiting Samsung Electronics Co. from selling its Galaxy brand tablet. Apple Inc. asked for the injunction.
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