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White Smoke Signals Election of New Pope in Quickest Conclave in a Century

Cardinals conclude two days of secret deliberations to select Pope Francis's successor; formal announcement pending from St. Peter’s Basilica.

White Smoke Confirms New Pope as Vatican Awaits Official Announcement

Cardinals Endure Bland Meals as Papal Conclave Combines Centuries-Old Food Rules with Modern Secrecy Measures

Cardinals Begin Conclave to Elect the 267th Pope in Vatican City

Vatican Alters African Cardinals’ Birth Records to Adjust Conclave Eligibility

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