Police say Holliston man admits to molesting girl in Wisconsin Jul 2, 2009
"The suspect also sent text messages via phone acknowledging his involvement," according to the statement. "He pleaded to the victim's mother asking forgiveness.". (Holliston Tab, MA)
Acision Appoints Rafael Steinhauser as Senior Vice President and General Manager for Latin America Jul 2, 2009
Rafael Steinhauser, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Latin America, Acision, says "With the recent launch of 3G networks in Latin America there will be a significant increase in the adoption of mobile broadband and value added services. It is, therefore, important that Acision is ready to help carriers address the business opportunities and solve the communication challenges they will experience today and in the future. "In addition, the uptake of text messaging is still low in the... (PR Newswire)
Gobala gets death threats via SMS Jul 2, 2009
Both text messages were received at 12. 47am and 6. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Summer Driving Tips for a Safe Traveling Season Jul 2, 2009
When driving, do not send text messages, it's distracting, dangerous and as of January 2009, it's against the law. Motorcyclists need to follow California law and always wear a helmet. (PR Newswire)
RTM told to look into live telecast of Parliament sessions Jul 1, 2009
Earlier Datuk Mohamad Aziz (BN-Sri Gading), who rose as soon as the session started Wednesday, said he received numerous telephone calls and text messages from the public complaining that the state-run television channel was carrying out selective telecasting and airing of interviews during the period. "Let's do it like what it used to be... live telecast from 10am to 10.30am. If there are incidents like fighting during the telecast, then let the people be the judge," Mohamad said. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Wide-ranging efforts bring CHS ‘green’ title, cash Jul 1, 2009
In addition to traditional venues such as newspaper articles and flyers posted around town, student volunteers communicated their message around the world via e-mail, Twitter tweets text messages of up to 140 characters a Web site and a Facebook page. The hometown project soon attracted international attention. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
'Death threat' SMS being sent to mobiles Jul 1, 2009
Some people are receiving text messages containing death threats as part of an international scam - and they're been told to report them to authorities. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has received complaints about the scam messages, which it says come from overseas. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Thank you, subscribers Jul 1, 2009
We've had interesting police reports like a stabbing over text messages and backing over a boyfriend in a car. We've had tragedy. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Cost of texting abroad comes down Jul 1, 2009
The cost of sending text messages from your mobile phone when you are overseas in the European Union has come down. The maximum charge for sending a text is now 11 euro cents ($0. (BBC News)
Ex-Principal Avoids Prison Time In Graphic Text Message Case Jul 1, 2009
"It appeared to be in the best interest of justice, plus the victim didn't have to testify, he said. He said the fact there were no allegations of inappropriate contact also figured into the decision to offer the plea deal. Parker was arrested Dec. 16 at the high school and was freed the next day after posting $25,000 bond. According to the arrest warrant affidavit, Parker allegedly sent 81 text messages to the high school senior, including messages describing his genitals. According to the... (KWTX.com, TX)
BREAKING: Man sentenced to six years in sex abuse case Jul 1, 2009
The abuse came to light in September after the victims sister and friend found dirty text messages from Renken on the girls phone. One message read: I love having sex with you, according to court documents. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Living with children Jul 1, 2009
Don't check his text messages. Dear Amy: I am a 13-year-old girl. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Oconee County police blotter Jul 1, 2009
The caller had been sending text messages despite being told to stop. Deputy Jeremy Wasdin contacted the suspect, who said she would handle the matter in civil court. (Athens Banner-Herald)
High-tech 911 system coming to Madison County Jul 1, 2009
Next Generation, a computerized system that would allow 911 operators to receive and send text messages to citizens in need, would be the first overhaul of Madison County's 911 dispatch in nearly two decades ... Students crouched under desks and tried texting 911 from cell phones as one of their peers went on a shooting rampage, but emergency officials weren't equipped to receive text messages at the time. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Candidate faults Lingle's leadership Jul 1, 2009
Tuesday, June 30, 2009. Posted on: Tuesday, June 30, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Google uses SMS to give sex tips and farming advice to Ugandans Jul 1, 2009
A mobile-phone service has been set up in Uganda to give people weather forecasts, farming advice and health information through text messages. US internet firm Google and the Grameen Foundation charity set up the project, which they say will help ease poverty. (BBC News -- Technology)
Acton police logs: June 25 edition Jul 1, 2009
At 8:52 p.m. an officer spoke to a Maple Street resident about suspicious text messages. Friday, June 19. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Obamas Middle East Challenge Part II Jul 1, 2009
Also unique to this election, young supporters of Mousavi used text messages as never before to shore up votes for him. Enthusiastic backing by Mohammed Khatami, the elder statesman of the reformist camp, bolstered Mousavi s standing too, and led to massive pre-election rallies. (YaleGlobal Online Magazine, CT)
Silicon Valley should step up, help Iranians Jun 30, 2009
This upgrade allows for iPhone users inside and outside Iran to type text messages in the Persian language for the first time. But these are minor tools and are not enough. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
MSU self-reports violation in recruiting Blinn QB Newton Jun 30, 2009
Mississippi State has self-reported a secondary NCAA violation involving text messages sent to Blinn College quarterback Cameron Newton, The Clarion-Ledger is reporting ... Mississippi State coach Dan Mullen, who was Newton s quarterbacks coach at Florida, committed the recruiting violation in February when he sent text messages to Newton and his father. (Brenham Banner, TX)
A lifeline for those who aided US Jun 30, 2009
Every day, he says, he gets calls, text messages, and Facebook e-mails from Iraqis still in Iraq or seeking refuge in Syria and Jordan, wondering why their cases are taking so long.. Still, he s heartened. (Boston Globe)
Centenarians show it's never too late to tweet Jun 30, 2009
Three percent of U.S. centenarians questioned in a new survey said they use the service that allows users to send short text messages, or tweets, of up to 140 characters at least once a week to keep in touch with their friends and family. Another 10 percent sent emails to stay connected, 12 percent shared photos on the Internet and four percent downloaded music from the Web. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Stealing home Jun 30, 2009
He says he got more text messages about that than anything that's happened to him since he won the World Series in 2007. But that was a team accomplishment. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Protecting Your Privacy on the Internet Jun 30, 2009
IT and Internet Issues. SPECIFIC PRIVACY INFORMATION FOR. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Ark. woman stabbed, also hit by police bullet Jun 30, 2009
According to authorities, Ulmer had a restraining order against Anderson and called police Friday night because Anderson had been calling her and sending text messages. When officers arrived at Ulmer's Fayetteville apartment, they heard Ulmer screaming, authorities said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Sadowski to stay in Giants' rotation Jun 30, 2009
He said he received 50 text messages in the wake of his first big league victory in the Giants' 7-0 decision at Milwaukee. "I usually get five a month," he said. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Foreign broadcasters walk a fine line in Iran Jun 30, 2009
The station is getting more than 6,000 e-mails a day, along with a flood of calls and text messages. "It's been an intense couple of weeks," said the station's special correspondent, Kasra Naji. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Oin Glenn Oakstar, who was questioned in connection with the Arivaca murders, stands outside a home near the downtown area the morning of the shootings. He was arrested on a weapons-possession charge. Photo by Dan Shearer/Green Valley News Jun 29, 2009
Officers searched his phone and found several text messages back and forth throughout the night and morning of the murders between Gaxiola and Forde, who was nicknamed White in Gaxiola s phone because, He stated that she hates all ethnicity with the exception of Caucasians, according to the report. Gaxiola was not arrested until June 12, when he was taken into custody at a west Tucson McDonald s.. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Review need before upgrading gadgets, services Jun 29, 2009
How many text messages did you send. What about Internet access. (Missoulian, MT)
Bosses should take care with messaging policy Jun 29, 2009
I didn't believe her, still had the BlackBerry in my hand and decided to prove a point by reading several of her text messages ... In a landmark 2008 case, Quon vs. Arch Wireless Operating Co. Inc. et al., the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals held that a California police department violated the state and federal constitutional privacy rights of a sergeant and SWAT team member named Jeff Quon when it reviewed his personal text messages. (Anchorage Daily News)
Show me the money: Priyanka Jun 29, 2009
Priyanka Chopra and Sanjay Gadhvi did not reply to our text messages. As things stand today, Katrina might agree to do the film as the script is being reworked. (India Times, India)
Co-Founder Of Jackson Fan Club Remembers Pop Legend Jun 29, 2009
She was not OK on Thursday, when the text messages and phone calls flooded her cell phone. "At that time I couldn't think. I of course got really upset, and everything kind of went into a blur for the rest of the day," Reza told KFOX.. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
'Tweets' on the menu are a sweet deal Jun 29, 2009
You could be a pizza guy at a greasy spoon sending text messages from a three-year-old cellphone, Cohen said. You don t need technology to be spreading your message on Twitter. (Boston Globe)
Generation gap in US largest since 1960s, study reveals Jun 29, 2009
About 6 percent of those 65 and older used a cellphone for most or all of their calls; 11 percent sent or received text messages. That is compared with 64 percent of adults under 30 for cellphone use and 87 percent for texting. (Boston Globe)
Matson strike is over Jun 29, 2009
Sunday, June 28, 2009. Posted on: Sunday, June 28, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Texting delays mar popularity of $50 Boost plan Jun 29, 2009
He warns new customers about the problems, and tests the system by sending himself text messages ... "I got five text messages at 4 o'clock in the morning that I sent myself nine hours before," he said ... He's woken up to find four text messages that were sent to him the previous day, but he's not a big texter. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Study: Teens Send Thousands of Text Messages Every Month Jun 29, 2009
Stay on top of breaking news. Sign up for ABC 7 News e-mail alerts. (ABC 7 News, DC)
For Wireless Services Providers, Huge Growth Might Be At End Jun 29, 2009
TracFone is testing a $30 monthly plan that offers 1,000 minutes of talk-time, 1,000 text messages and Internet browsing at about half the price of postpaid plans. Page. (Investors Business Daily)
Va. Ban on Texting While Driving Begins July 1 Jun 29, 2009
- Drivers caught sending text messages or e-mails on the road could soon face a fine. Virginia will join 13 other states and the District of Columbia that have banned texting while driving when the new law and hundreds of others passed by the General Assembly this winter take effect Wednesday. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Virginians: No More Texting Behind The Wheel Jun 29, 2009
Search the District, Virginia and Maryland. VIRGINIA (WUSA) -- No more texting behind the wheel as of July first. (W-USA News, DC)
Jolie warns Aniston: Stay away from my partner Jun 29, 2009
BEIJING, June 29 -- Hollywood actress Angelina Jolie has warned Jennifer Aniston to stay away from her partner Brad Pitt and has asked her to stop sending text messages to him. U.S. actress Angelina Jolie poses during a news conference to promote her movie "Changeling" in Tokyo Jan. 30, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
Thank you, subscribers Jun 29, 2009
We've had interesting police reports like a stabbing over text messages and backing over a boyfriend in a car. We've had tragedy. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
'I never did it to make money' Jun 28, 2009
"The police checked my phone. There were no international numbers, no overseas text messages or calls.". Related Coverage. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Ex-high school basketball coach to stand trial Jun 28, 2009
Otis, 46, is accused of sending sexually suggestive text messages to a player, now 17, and offering to pay the boy to engage in a sex act during a meeting at the boy's home in August ... Defense attorney Leonard Levine asked Superior Court Judge Gary Hahn to dismiss the charges, claiming the boy's allegations lacked corroboration and noting that none of the alleged text messages had been preserved. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Add texting to the list of theater disruptions Jun 28, 2009
Jackie Dineen, 22, of Richland, normally uses text messages to communicate, but she stops when she gets to the theater. "I just find it kind of rude as far as the other moviegoers go because they've spent money on tickets, but clearly if you're texting you have other things you want to be doing since you're not paying attention," she said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Uganda: The King of Pop Rests Jun 28, 2009
News started filtering through, with Ugandans sending text messages on Friday, as early as 1. 30am announcing the sudden death of the king of pop.. (allAfrica.com)
Tennis: American teen Oudin upsets Jankovic at Wimbledon Jun 28, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009. Breaking News/Updates. (Honolulu Advertiser)
KEITH: Smoltz, Red Sox focus on positive signs after anxious debut Jun 28, 2009
It was for those who sent him the 71 text messages he received before the game. For the friend who came to watch him pitch, just as he did in 2005 when Smoltz returned from the bullpen to the starting rotation only to get bounced in the second inning, and said afterward, "At least I got to see you pitch five innings this time.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Boerne Police Department (2) Jun 28, 2009
200 block of Ivy Street, 10:56 a.m., A woman reported that her ex-husband was sending threatening text messages. 300 block of Blue Heron Boulevard, 12:39 p.m., Police assisted deputies stopping a vehicle and detaining the driver who was suspected in a theft. (Boerne Star, TX)
Protecting Your Privacy on the Internet Jun 28, 2009
IT and Internet Issues. SPECIFIC PRIVACY INFORMATION FOR. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Energized defense gives U.S. second shot at Brazil Jun 28, 2009
Saturday, June 27, 2009. Posted on: Saturday, June 27, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Urban retrofits: How to make a city green - without tearing it down Jun 28, 2009
Think of it as that phone in grandma s house - you know, the one that doesn t give you caller ID, let alone receive text messages or video of your friend s graduation party. If it were smart, it could communicate with your house, and vice versa. (Boston Globe)
Tips for downsizing your life Jun 28, 2009
Some providers, like Wireless, will break out talk minutes, text messages, and Internet charges so you know exactly how you re using your phone. Your provider might then be able to direct you to a cheaper plan that fits you better. (Boston Globe)
Review need before upgrading gadgets, services Jun 28, 2009
How many text messages did you send. What about Internet access. (Missoulian, MT)
Scam operators are targeting cell phones Jun 28, 2009
A growing number of cell phone users in the state say they're being pestered by scam text messages from opportunists hoping to steal their money ... Fraudulent text messages often pop up as a "security alert," purportedly from a person's bank or credit card company ... Pennsylvanians also are reporting a growing problem with "spam" text messages peddling prescription drugs or pornography, the attorney general's office said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Mazama staffer pleads not guilty to sex abuseCourt hearing scheduled for July 27 Jun 27, 2009
Dixie Marlene Kuhlman, 44, is charged with third-degree sex abuse and official misconduct, both misdemeanor charges, for allegedly kissing a 17-year-old boy and exchanging text messages that were sexual in nature. Authorities say she deleted detention time for the boy and another student who knew about the incident. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Injured Clay will miss Worlds Jun 27, 2009
Friday, June 26, 2009. Posted on: Friday, June 26, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
'It was so sad, like a part of yourself is gone' Jun 27, 2009
As news of Jackson's death spread quickly via TV and the Internet, tweets and text messages, several local radio stations including KSSK 92 ... Enter cell phone number to gettraffic text messages. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Investigators Look at "Anomalies" in Track Circuit Jun 27, 2009
Passenger Jodie Wickett, a nurse, told CNN she was seated on one train, sending text messages on her phone, when she felt the impact ... The crash was blamed on an engineer on the commuter rail sending text messages on a cell phone ... Passenger Jodie Wickett, a nurse, told CNN she was seated on one train, sending text messages on her phone, when she felt the impact. (WTVR.com, VA)
New Virginia Laws (11:00 a.m.) Jun 27, 2009
(AP) - Drivers caught sending text messages or e-mails on the road could soon face a fine. Virginia will join 13 other states and the District of Columbia that have banned texting while driving when the new law and hundreds of others passed by the General Assembly this winter take effect Wednesday. (WTVR.com, VA)
Thank you, subscribers Jun 27, 2009
We've had interesting police reports like a stabbing over text messages and backing over a boyfriend in a car. We've had tragedy. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Politicians and their Girlfriends Is It a Bragging Right? Jun 27, 2009
Susan spoke to a Magazine and said Matti dumped me in a text message, where he said 'that's it'," Asah (in twi). Surprisingly enough in 2008, a Finnish Foreign Minister, Ilkka Kanerva was coerced to quit his job for degrading the dignity of office by sending scores of love text messages to a model, who doubles as an exotic dancer. Infact he was sacked based upon the instructions of the Prime Minister (Matti Vanhanen) whose nocturnal activities hit the headlines two years earlier. I... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Yanks fear Nady's season may be over Jun 27, 2009
Yankees manager Joe Girardi exchanged text messages with Nady, who will fly to California and visit on Tuesday with Dr. Lewis Yocum, the noted surgeon who performed Nady's original September 2001 Tommy John surgery. A repeat procedure would wipe out Nady's 2009 season and take approximately 12 to 18 months for full recovery. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Review need before upgrading gadgets, services Jun 27, 2009
How many text messages did you send. What about Internet access. (Missoulian, MT)
Technology simplifies following trail of infidelity Jun 26, 2009
These days, the same gotcha evidence can be obtained from hidden-camera videos, e-mails, text messages, Web camera interactions, cell phone calls, GPS-tracked car movements and other high-tech ways used to confirm suspicions a partner is straying ... "It's become easier to catch people with only a little bit of technological knowledge. Not only private investigators can identify [evidence] through e-mail, text messages. Technology has evolved to the point that certain things take very little... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
