Cheat Sheet - The NRA Pissed Off the Wrong Nerd Genius

Read This, Skip That .... August 26, 2014 GEEK POWER 1. The NRA Pissed Off the Wrong Nerd Genius Bill Gates is throwing his weight behind gun control, and the NRA better be scared. Cliff Schechter writes that Gates and his wife, Melinda, donated $1 million to a Washington state campaign requiring universal background checks on all firearm purchases. Not only do the Gates offer financial backing, their famous name grants legitimacy and attention that the NRA's C-list celebs just can't. Read it at The Daily Beast HAVE IT YOUR WAY 2. Demscrats' New Boogeyman: Burger King Burger King has announced its decision to merge with Canadian chain Tim Hortons and enjoy the tax benefits of the Great White North. Now, Democratic politicians are unleashing a whopper of hate, reports Tim Mak. Read it at The Daily Beast BLOOD MONEY 3. ISIS Takes American Woman Hostage ISIS is demanding $6.6 million and a prisoner swap for the release of an unidentified 26-year-old American woman, who was taken in Syria last year while doing humanitarian work. There are at least four Americans being held in Syria by ISIS, including journalist Steven Sotloff, who was threatened with execution last week following James Foley's beheading. Despite renewed hope after a journalist was released without ransom last weekend by another al Qaeda offshoot, it appears high ransoms are still in demand by the group. ISIS's demands include the release of Aafia Siddiqui, who was convicted in the U.S. of trying to kill American officials. Read it at ABC News WILD WEST 4. Where Feds Rule With Violence and Secrecy The Tohono O'odham reservation in southern Arizona is a Connecticut-size swath of land that border-control agents govern with an unchecked iron grip. Caitlin Dickson reports how the feds exercise lawless rule over the hotspot for human and drug smuggling and how that power is often taken out on unarmed Americans. Read it at The Daily Beast RED HANDED 5. Russian Boots on the Ground in Ukraine The Kremlin was caught sending paratroopers into Ukraine, providing growing evidence that Russia is attempting a stealth invasion. Anna Nemstova reports that an unnamed Russian defense minister claimed the border crossing was an "accident." But as a result of this secrecy, Russian servicemen are dying anonymously in Ukraine to the horror of their loved ones in the Motherland. Read it at The Daily Beast FINALLY Hamas, Israel Agree on Long-Term Truce Blockade will be eased. GOLD MINE Unheard Bob Dylan Tapes to Be Released Recorded in 1967. NEW DRUG IN TOWN Medical Pot May Cut Painkiller Overdoses Lower rates in several states. REAL MATURE 'Knee Defender' Grounds Flight Fight over recliner. LOCKER ROOM MALICE Richie Incognito Reinstated by NFL Miami Dolphins suspended him for bullying. BuzzFeed Have Israel and Palestine Reached a Truce? Huffington Post This Week's Primaries Are An Amazing Collection Of Crazy Rolling Stone Now What?: Ferguson's Kids Go Back to School 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. Viral Video of the Day: Other Uses for GoPro It's not just for skydiving. More Videos Beyoncé Is Our Indigo Girl by Amanda Marcotte Serena & the Decline of American Tennis by Kevin Fixler A Model Way to Make Art by Allison McNearney

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