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College of Cardinals meet Wednesday, could elect a new pope within hours, days
The College of Cardinals will meet beginning Wednesday, May 7, 2025, to vote in a papal conclave -- a secret ballot where two ...
Praying for white smoke: Papal conclave uses centuries-old method to announce a new pope
Papal conclave ballots have been burned to maintain secrecy for centuries. Ballot smoke has been used to announce a decision ...
Who Could Be the Next Pope? These Are the Names to Know
Contenders for pope emerge from the U.S., Asia, and Africa—raising the chance of a non-European successor to Francis.
Live Updates: Conclave to Elect New Pope Is Set to Begin
The first papal conclave in 12 years begins on Wednesday at the Vatican after a morning Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica. At 4:30 ...
Could the next pope be from Africa or Asia? Experts weigh in
Following the death of Pope Francis at the age of 88 on April 21, the selection process to elect the 267th pontiff will soon ...
India strikes Pakistan and conclave to select new pope begins: Morning Rundown
Plus, the Federal Reserve is expected to leave interest rates unchanged as officials continue to assess the impact of ...
Conclave voters urged to elect a pope who seeks unity and avoids personal interest
With all the pomp, drama and solemnity that the Catholic Church can muster, 133 cardinals began the centuries-old ritual to ...
How the next Pope is chosen
That is why most popes in history have chosen the name John. After stating his new name, the new pope is taken to the ...