Cheat Sheet - This Is Your Representative on Guns

Today: Pope Benedict XVI to Resign , The Persecution of Ping Fu , Mumford & Sons Wins Best Album February 11, 2013 INTERACTIVE 1. This Is Your Rep on Guns New gun-control bills are on the way—where do your representatives stand? Find out with our interactive scorecard, which tracks public statements, NRA ratings, and more. Read it at The Daily Beast HOLY MOLY 2. Pope Benedict XVI to Resign Pope Benedict XVI will resign on Monday, effective February 28, the Vatican has confirmed—the first time a pope has resigned since 1415. In a statement, the pope, 85, said his health had deteriorated over recent months "to the extent that I have had to recognize my incapacity to adequately fulfill the ministry entrusted to me." He also said he is resigning in full freedom and is "fully aware of the gravity of this gesture." Benedict had reportedly wanted his predecessor, John Paul II, to resign when his health was failing. The Vatican said the papacy will be vacant until a new successor is chosen. Read it at Reuters 'BEND, NOT BREAK' 3. The Persecution of Ping Fu She was one among the millions of victims of Red Guard cruelty in Mao's Cultural Revolution. She came to America as a penniless exile—and dared to succeed. Now, for telling her story, writes Harold Evans, Ping Fu's once more the target of a mob. Read it at The Daily Beast GRAMMYS 4. Mumford & Sons Wins Best Album No more waiting for Mumford & Sons. The British folk group took home Album of the Year for Babel at the Grammys on Sunday, as the awards show gave away top honors to younger generation acts. Electronic pop artist Gotye and New Zealand singer Kimbra took home Record of the Year for "Somebody That I Used to Know," one of the biggest-selling singles of 2012 but also a song that first found its footing on YouTube. New York indie trio fun., which hit big with "We Are Young," took home Best New Artist, beating out the Lumineers and Frank Ocean. Ocean didn't go home empty-handed though: he won for his collaboration song "No Church in the Wild" and also Best Urban Contemporary Album for Channel Orange, directly beating out Chris Brown. Read it at Los Angeles Times IT'S ON! 5. Women in the World 2013 Newsweek and The Daily Beast are excited to announce the 2013 Women in the World Summit on April 4 and 5. Get your tickets today. Read it at The Daily Beast TWISTER Ten Injured in Southeast Tornadoes University of Southern Mississippi damaged. SURPRISE HIT Mali Rebels Attack French Forces Launch guerrilla attack in Gao. CRAMMED India Stampede Blamed on 'Overcrowding' Thirty-six killed in India after Kumbh Mela festival. BLAME GAME Horsemeat Now in 16 Countries France summons meat executives as part of investigation. FLICK PICKS 'Identity Thief' Wins Box Office One of top five openings for R-rated comedy. 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. Watch Video: The Best Grammy Moments by Kevin Fallon Lindsey Graham's Hagel Vendetta by Patricia Murphy 'The Feminine Mystique' at 50 by Jessica Bennett , Letty Cottin Pogrebin , Alisa Solomon

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