peHUB Second Opinion

Turning Off the Lights: The government shutdown nears and the finger pointing begins. Also, what happened during the last shutdown and how it affected then President Clinton. A Win: Google gets regulatory approval for its $700 million buy of ITA. Facebook: Mark Zuckerberg lands on the cover of Mad Magazine. Apple: Steve Wozniak would consider rejoining the computer electronics giant. A Demotion? Google names new top executives and Marissa Mayer is bypassed as head of local and commerce. So Long: Manny Ramirez retires after testing positive. Private Co. Shares: Fred Wilson calls on SEC to relax the rules and more easily allow the general public to invest in privately held companies.