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Pope signals reform-minded priorities as his pontificate gears up

Pope Leo XIV is opening a new phase of his pontificate

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OPINION - Richard Dawkins: Save our democracy — by copying the Catholic church

The death of the good pope Francis focuses attention on the historic procedure by which the Roman church elects its leader. The College of Cardinals reminds me of the US Electoral College and a point I have made before. It could become the ideal way to choose the leader of…

Evening Standard

Pope Leo XIV: Why the College of Cardinals chose the Chicago native and Augustinian to lead the church after Francis

When 69-year-old Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost appeared on the main balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica for the first time as Pope Leo XIV on May 8, 2025, he was cheered loudly by the huge crowd of pilgrims, tourists, local Catholics and other onlookers who had waited hours for the first…

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Cardinals watched Ralph Fiennes Oscar-winning Conclave for tips on choosing next pope

The Oscar-winning drama is said to have been used as an unofficial guide by Rome clergy to elect the new pontiff

Evening Standard

From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition

A change in popes is a complicated process

The Independent UK

A new pope’s first appearance on St. Peter’s balcony is rich with symbols − and Francis’ decision to rein in the pomp spoke volumes

As the College of Cardinals gathers in the Sistine Chapel to vote for a new pope, crowds outside will watch for the most dramatic moment of the conclave, when a wisp of white smoke appears above the chimney.

The Conversation

What Conclave the film gets right and wrong about the next Pope’s election

The film, which stars Ralph Fiennes, has enjoyed a surge in popularity since the death of Pope Francis

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Who will be the next pope? We asked AI chatbots and this is who they predicted will be elected

Cardinals are starting the next conclave to select the next pope on Wednesday. Here’s who AI has pegged as the potential successor to Pope Francis.

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What is a Papal conclave? How will the next pope be chosen?

In the Sistine Chapel, cardinals from around the world will convene on Wednesday to elect the 267th pontiff.

Al Jazeera

What do Catholics around the world hope for from a new pope? Some wish for a version of Pope Francis

Among the roughly 1.4 billion Catholics around the world, many are keenly anticipating the upcoming conclave at the Vatican at which members of the College of Cardinals will elect a successor to Pope Francis

The Independent UK

Who are the main contenders to be the next pope?

Francis-era reforms that saw a diverse group of cardinals join the mix make his successor nearly impossible to call.

Al Jazeera

Conclave: What goes on behind closed doors to elect a new pope

A quiet drama is unfolding in the Vatican

The Independent UK

How accurate is the movie ‘Conclave’ on electing a new pope?

The film ‘does a fair job’ – but we have some notes.

Al Jazeera

Some Trump backers think the idea of him being Pope is divine. The cardinals likely will not care

Senator Lindsey Graham said the president was ‘a dark horse candidate’ after Trump joked that he would like to be Pope

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'I'd like to be Pope': Donald Trump reveals desire to lead Catholic Church ahead of Vatican papal conclave

The spiritual leader of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics will be elected from the College of Cardinals next week

The Independent UK

Disgraced cardinal formally withdraws from participation in conclave

The decision came as preparations get underway for the May 7 conclave to elect a successor to Pope Francis

The Conversation

Pope Francis filled the College of Cardinals with a diverse group of men – and they’ll be picking his successor

Following the death of 88-year-old Pope Francis on Easter Monday, several cardinals who were already in Rome, or who traveled only short distances to arrive, held the first of several meetings – general congregations – to discuss preparations for the papal funeral and the election to follow.

The Independent UK

Anger as US cardinal accused of covering up church abuse given ceremonial honor of closing Pope Francis’s coffin

The Los Angeles Archdiocese paid over $660 million to settle clergy abuse claims against 508 victims during Cardinal Roger Mahony's tenure

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So you saw 'Conclave' the movie. Here's what it got right – and wrong – about real-life conclaves

Speculation surrounding a conclave to elect a pope is a time-honored tradition

Evening Standard

What are the best films and TV shows about pontiffs?

Oscar-winning film Conclave was released last year.

The Independent UK

How accurate is Conclave? What the film gets right (and wrong) about selecting a new Pope

The film, which stars Ralph Fiennes, has enjoyed a surge in popularity since the death of Pope Francis

Euronews

‘Conclave’ viewership soars after Pope’s death – How accurate is the Oscar-winning film?

Edward Berger's Oscar-winning film 'Conclave' has re-entered the cultural conversation following Pope Francis' death. The 2024 film feels prescient considering the upcoming conclave – something mirrored in viewership numbers. But how accurate is the film? Here’s everything you need to know.

Evening Standard

Where is Pope Francis being laid to rest? Burial plans and funeral traditions explained

Pope Francis’ funeral will not follow traditional protocols, marking a break from the past as the world mourns the loss of the ‘people’s pope’.

Newslaundry

Anthony Poola, India’s first Dalit Cardinal, to be part of election of next Pope

The College of Cardinals that will elect the next head of the Roman Catholic Church will include four Cardinals from India, including a Dalit. Archbishop of Hyderabad Anthony Poola, a 62-year-old who hails from Kurnool district of Andhra Pradesh, is among 138 cardinals eligible to vote for the next Pope.

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“Not Sure We Needed To See That”: Vatican Stuns With Open Coffin Photos Of Pope Francis

“He looks so peaceful,” one netizen said as the Vatican shared the first images of Pope Francis lying in a coffin a day after his passing.

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