Here’s what I’m reading up on this morning: 

• Syrians head to the polls in what appears to be a sham election. 

• During his trip to Europe, Obama reassures European allies. 

• Scrutiny over Bowe Bergdahl’s father’s Twitter account. 

• Two 12-year-old girls are being charged as adults for stabbing their friend for "Slender Man," a fictional Internet character.

• Seattle passes a $15 an hour wage ordinance. 

• Tyson Foods and Pilgrim’s Pride (yes, there’s a company called that) are in a bidding war to take Hillshire Brands, which is itself trying to acquire Pinnacle Foods.  

• Sony will phase out PSP by the end of this year. 

• RiRi sparkles at the fashion designer’s awards. 

• Donald Sterling faces a lawsuit for sexual harassment and racist slurs. 

• E-cigarette ads are reaching children and teens.