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New pope should 'carry on legacy of Francis'
The election of a new pope has begun following the death of Pope Francis last month. The secret conclave of 131 Catholic ...
Cardinals return to the Sistine Chapel to vote on a new pope after the first ballot fails
Cardinals are returning to the Sistine Chapel to continue voting for a new pope. The first conclave ballot failed to find a ...
Nigerian priest in Dallas seeks godly choice for Pope: "It's not just about where that person is coming from"
Father Jovita Okoli said he refuses to surrender to speculation about who will become pope, even as candidates from his ...
Who will be the new pope? Clock ticking down toward historic conclave
Over 130 voting cardinals must decide whether to continue in the direction of Francis or elect a pope likely to choose a more ...
Papal conclave begins after cardinals sworn to secrecy; first vote results in no pope chosen yet
The College of Cardinals began meeting Wednesday to vote in a papal conclave -- a secret ballot where two-thirds majority is ...
What to Know About the Conclave to Choose Pope Francis’ Successor
Francis’ successor will be selected by cardinals at the conclave that began on May 7. Cardinals, known as the “princes of the ...
Pope betting goes digital: Inside Italy's viral Fantapapa game
Cardinals gather to elect the next pope, and millions are placing bets on the outcome worldwide. Inside Italy's viral ...