Conclave

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…