Cheat Sheet - Watch This! Best Moments from the Nerd Prom

Today: Palin: Correspodents' Dinner 'Pathetic' , Ricin Suspect Charged , Dzhokhar in Video-Recorded Cell April 28, 2013 JOKESTER-IN-CHIEF 1. 'Welcome to Nerd Prom' President Obama brought on the laughs at last night's White House Correspondents' Dinner. From Obama's rap references to Conan's media riffs, watch the best moments. Read it at The Daily Beast GOING ROGUE 2. Palin: Correspodents' Dinner 'Pathetic' You betcha she's mad. On Saturday, Sarah Palin expressed her anger over the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, calling the event itself "pathetic" and slamming those in attendance. "That #WHCD was pathetic. The rest of America is out there working our asses off while these DC assclowns throw themselves a #nerdprom," read her tweet. While you could make the argument that she had made her point, the former vice presidential candidate wasn't done. Palin then took to her Facebook page, where she wrote a more in-depth explanation of why she hates the event so much. "Yuk it up media and pols," the post began. Read it at Politico REAL DEAL 3. Ricin Suspect Charged James Everett Dutschke, the 41-year-old former martial arts instructor arrested Saturday in connection with the ricin-laced letters sent to President Obama and Sen. Roger Wicker, has been charged with attempting to use a biological weapon. Authorities say the Mississippi man, who denied any involvement earlier in the week ("I respect President Obama and love my country"), now faces life imprisonment. The ricin letter case took a mysterious turn Friday, when the original suspect, Kevin Curtis—a part-time Elvis impersonator who Dutschke had one hired for a party—was released. Speculation is now swirling that the former karate instructor had tried to frame Curtis for the crime—an allegation Dutschke fiercely refutes. Read it at NBC News WAITING TIME 4. Dzhokhar in Video-Recorded Cell After being released from the hospital Friday, 19-year-old Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev is now being held in a small, video-recorded cell. The medical detention center—located about 40 miles outside of Boston—holds male inmates who need long-term medical care or mental health care. A spokesman for the prison described Dzhokhar's room as a small cell with a solid steel door and a slot for workers to pass him medication and food. While he has been placed in the tighter security part of the prison—meaning no television or radio—Dzhokhar likely still has access to a few books. Read it at Daily Mail I'M REALLY SORRY 5. Madoff Secretary's Apology Doc After a tell-all article and confessional TV interviews, Bernie Madoff's secretary is still saying she's sorry she didn't suspect his crimes. Lloyd Grove on her new documentary. Read it at The Daily Beast DEVELOPING Two Shot Near PM's Office in Italy As the new government is sworn in. BANGLADESH Collapsed Building Owner Captured While attempting to cross the Indian border. FIGHTING Tamerlan Was Denied Boxing Title Since he wasn't a U.S. citizen. HE'S OKAY Justice Breyer 'Resting Comfortably' After undergoing soldier surgery due to bike accident. DREAM COME TRUE Zach Braff to Make 'Garden State' Sequel After successfully raising $2M through Kickstarter. GET The Cheat Sheet A speedy, smart summary of news and must-reads from across the Web. You'll love the featured original stories on politics, entertainment, and more from The Daily Beast's diverse group of contributors. GET Culture Beast Weekly cultural recommendations from The Daily Beast. The Accidental Stoner What happens when an marijuana journalist accidentally eats a bunch of pot brownies? The Center for Investigative Reporting has this animated report. More Videos Is the FBI a Threat to NYC? by Christopher Dickey A Survivor's Quest for Remembrance by Sandra McElwaine Who Wants a Paid Girlfriend? by Caroline Linton

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