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Conclave to choose a new pope to begin May 7, Vatican says. Here's how Pope Francis' successor will be chosen.
Pope Francis's death at the age of 88 means the Catholic Church must choose a new leader. Here's how cardinals elect the next ...
Disgraced Cardinal Becciu formally withdraws from participation in conclave to elect pope
Becciu rose to prominence and power under conservative Pope Benedict XVI and is very much affiliated with the conservative ...
What to Know About the Conclave to Choose Pope Francis’ Successor
When the cardinals meet for the conclave, they gather in the Sistine Chapel. All cardinal electors must swear an oath of ...
Vatican may extend hours as huge crowds line up to honor Pope Francis
A conclave to choose a new pope normally takes place 15 to 20 days after the death of a pontiff, meaning this conclave should ...
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Brooklyn Catholic Students Witness Pope Francis' Final Blessing in Vatican City During School Trip
Brooklyn Catholic students witnessed what became Pope Francis' final blessing during a school trip in Vatican City, leaving a ...
Woman Who Knew Pope Francis as Young Priest Recalls Memories of Him and How He Changed Once He Became Pontiff (Exclusive)
"He always kept a low profile. He was a very serious person,” Ana Maria Belmonte tells PEOPLE in an exclusive interview ...
When is the Sistine Chapel closed? What to know about visiting Rome following Pope Francis’ death
Travellers to Rome should expect closures, visitor restrictions and crowds at some of the city’s main attractions. View on ...
Russia launches major drone attack on Ukraine despite 'productive' Vatican City Meeting
On the heels of a private meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky while attending ...