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Conclave enters second day: Rome waits for new pope

International May 8, 2025 at 10:48

The 2025 papal conclave entered its second day on Thursday, as 133 cardinal electors from 70 different countries reconvened in the Sistine Chapel to...

What is a Roman Catholic conclave and who takes part?

International May 7, 2025 at 13:43

Roman Catholic cardinals will enter a secret conclave in the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday to elect the Church's 267th pope, a successor to Pope...

Conclave to set election date for new Pope today

International April 28, 2025 at 10:05

The date for the start of the Conclave, which will elect the new head of the Roman Catholic Church, is expected to be set...

Who will be attending Pope Francis’ funeral? A list of world leaders

International April 26, 2025 at 09:30

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to attend Pope Francis's funeral on Saturday in St Peter's Square, among them world leaders, Catholic officials...