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Papal Conclave Begins as Cardinals Gather to Elect Successor to Pope Francis

133 cardinal electors have entered the Sistine Chapel under strict secrecy to begin the process of selecting the 267th pope.

Vatican Alters African Cardinals’ Birth Records to Adjust Conclave Eligibility

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Cardinals Finalize Preparations for Historic Papal Conclave

Vatican Breaks Tradition by Reusing Papal Robes as Tailor Offers Gifted Alternatives

Cardinals Finalize Preparations for Historic Papal Conclave

Vatican Installs Sistine Chapel Chimney as Cardinals Finalize Conclave Preparations

Pope Francis Dies at 88, Vatican Prepares for Historic Papal Conclave