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Live Coverage: New Pope Announcement from Papal Conclave
Bishops and other senior officials of the Catholic Church will gather in the Sistine Chapel for the second day of voting on May 8 to elect Pope Francis' successor. ...
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Decoding the Symbolism of Papal Names and Their Impact on the Catholic Church
Catholics worldwide eagerly anticipate the selection of a new pope and the significance of the name he will choose, offering clues to the direction of the church. ...
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Live Coverage: Conclave Smoke Results for Papal Election
Bishops and other senior officials of the Catholic Church will gather in the Sistine Chapel for the second day of voting on May 8 to elect Pope Francis' successor. ...
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The Significance of Choosing a Papal Name: Why Pontiffs Change Names
Updated on: May 8, 2025 / 12:38 PM EDT / CBS News ...
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Unveiling the New Pope: The Ancient Tradition of White Smoke at the Papal Conclave
You may receive news about the selection of a new pope through modern technology, but the Catholic Church still relies on a centuries-old smoke signal method, established in 1417, to announce the decision to the world. ...
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The History and Duties of the Swiss Guard: Papal Bodyguards
Armor like a knight on horseback. A helmet with bright-colored plumes sticking out. Wide blue and gold-striped pants that can seem almost clown-like. ...
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Cardinals Gather for Papal Conclave: Live Updates from Sistine Chapel
Over 130 elector cardinals from around the globe gathered in the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday to vote for the successor to Pope Francis. ...
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Live Coverage of Papal Conclave Smoke Signals on May 7
Witness history in the making as senior Catholic officials convene to choose the next Pope following Pope Francis' reign. ...
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Cardinals Begin 2025 Papal Conclave to Choose Successor to Pope Francis
Updated on: May 7, 2025 / 12:03 PM EDT / CBS News ...
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Supreme Court Upholds Trump's Transgender Military Ban and Papal Conclave Begins
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A Unique Papal Conclave: Changes and Trends in the Selection of the Next Pope
The conclave set to begin on May 7 to elect the next pope after Pope Francis will maintain traditional rituals while also showcasing some unique characteristics. ...
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Betting on the Next Pope: A Tradition of Wagering on Papal Elections
The wagers fly as the highest-ranking leaders of the Catholic Church converge in Rome to pick the next successor to St. Peter's throne. Bettors play the numbers as bookmakers set odds like it's the ides of March Madness. "The people of Italy are i...
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Papal Succession: Behind-the-Scenes Drama in Rome Before Conclave
The pope has passed away, leading to preparations for the selection of a new pope in Rome. Despite the secret ballot not yet taking place, discussions among church leaders regarding the future leader of the Catholic Church have already commenced....
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The Lengthy History of Papal Conclaves: From Months to Hours
The papal conclave, a gathering of 130 Roman Catholic cardinals who will elect the successor to Pope Francis, begins on May 7. No matter whom they choose, his place in church history is already assured. ...
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Cardinals Gather in Rome for Papal Conclave: What to Expect
Roman Catholic cardinals from around the world will gather in Rome on May 7 and begin a conclave to elect the next pope, the Vatican announced Monday. ...
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Papal Conclave to Select Successor for Pope Francis Set to Begin May 7
Updated on: April 28, 2025 / 8:43 AM EDT / CBS News ...
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Timeline of Papal Conclave: When Will the New Pope Be Chosen?
Hundreds of thousands of mourners were gathering at the Vatican to honor the life of Pope Francis on Saturday morning. But not long after the celebration of life concludes, senior officials of the Catholic Church will meet to discuss his successor...
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The Process of Choosing a New Pope: Inside the Papal Conclave
Updated on: April 25, 2025 / 4:40 PM EDT / CBS News ...
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