Conclave

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The Vatican's papal conclave, tasked with selecting a new spiritual leader for the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, is steeped in time-honored procedures and rituals that have been refined over centuries. Yet, this year’s conclave presents a unique mathematical landscape that will surely influence the outcome of the election: 133 Cardinal-Electors A record 133 cardinals are eligible to participate in this conclave, an increase from the 115 cardinals involved in the last two conclaves of 2005 and 2013. This diverse group…

Firefighters at the Vatican have successfully installed a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel, preparing for the conclave set to begin on May 7. During this pivotal gathering, cardinals will cast their votes in secret to elect a new pope. The results are communicated to the world through the burning of ballots in a specialized stove. Black smoke signals that no decision has been reached, while white smoke indicates the election of a new pope. Following the passing of Pope Francis—who led the Catholic Church for 12 years until…

Angelo Becciu, an Italian cardinal who has been convicted of embezzlement and subsequently stripped of his privileges by Pope Francis, has announced that he will not participate in the upcoming conclave to elect a new Catholic leader. In a statement released by his lawyer, Cardinal Becciu indicated his intention to respect the wishes of the late pontiff, thereby ending a period of speculation regarding his potential involvement with other cardinal electors in the Sistine Chapel on May 7. “I have decided to obey, as I have…

As the Vatican gears up for a pivotal gathering of cardinals tasked with selecting the next leader of the Catholic Church, it's time to momentarily set aside our perceptions shaped by last year’s cinematic portrayal in Conclave. This film, which captivated audiences with its depiction of high-stakes power dynamics, may not fully encapsulate the nuanced reality of this sacred process. The conclave to elect a new pope is expected to commence shortly after May 6, coinciding with the conclusion of Pope Francis’ funeral this…