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What happens next after Pope Francis' death?
The death of Pope Francis initiates a centuries-old process of rituals and traditions culminating with a conclave to choose ...
What to expect from the conclave that will choose Pope Francis' successor
The conclave is a time-honored process conducted in secrecy behind the locked doors of the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel.
Conclave to replace Pope Francis to begin May 7, Vatican says
The papal conclave to replace Pope Francis will begin Wednesday, May 7, the Vatican said on Monday. Cardinals will convene at ...
Pope Francis' death sparks betting frenzy over who will be the next pontiff
Shortly after Pope Francis died, speculation on who would succeed him became "one of the most popular betting markets in 2025 ...
How long was Pope Francis the pope? Who was the pope before him? What to know before conclave
Do you know how many papal conclaves there have been in your lifetime? Here’s how many conclaves there were in the last 100 ...
Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff who ministered with a charming, humble style, dies at 88
Pope Francis was history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor ...
Who will pick the next pope? Meet the cardinals voting in the conclave
The ancient process for selecting a new leader for the Catholic Church is shrouded in secrecy, but a look at the people who ...
Who will be the next pope? Here's a list of some possible candidates to succeed Pope Francis.
Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible ...