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No pope named as black smoke rises on papal conclave's first day: May 7 recap
Multiple rounds of voting likely will be required before a candidate emerges with the two-thirds majority required to become ...
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The papal conclave is underway. Who is the new Pope? Will he have Indiana ties? What we know
The 2025 papal conclave is underway. Who will be the new pope when the white smoke settles? Who is the odds-on favorite? Are there Indiana ties? What we know.
How Long Do Papal Conclaves Last? A Look at How Timings Have Changed Drastically in Recent Years
The longest conclave lasted almost three years. Thankfully, the timeframe has changed drastically in recent years.
The conclave to select a new pope after Francis' death officially begins in Rome
Who will be the next pope? 133 cardinals have started the secretive, centuries-old ritual to elect a successor to Pope ...
Bates College students in Rome witness history as papal conclave begins
The Bates group has spent their days visiting archaeological sites around Rome, but they’ve also joined the crowds in St.
Americans visiting Rome describe what they want in next pope
The papal conclave is convening on Wednesday to begin the process of electing Pope Francis' successor. And for Americans who ...
It's conclave time—and frugality is in, extravagance is out
Intrigue, fashion, humility, faith—133 cardinal electors have descended on Rome to choose a new pope and their every move and ...
Where to watch the 2025 conclave: TV channels, streaming info, more
The papal conclave begins Wednesday, May 7, when cardinals gather to elect the next pope. Here's how to watch coverage in the ...