Here's everything you need to know about a conclave, the secret, centuries-old process used to select a new pope.

The focus now turns to the selection of Pope Francis' successor, and yes, people are betting on who will be the next pontiff.

The papal conclave will commence in May, when the cardinals will meet at St. Peter's Basilica and pray for the wisdom to select the next pope.

The 135 cardinals eligible to elect the next pope will enter the Sistine Chapel to begin the conclave May 7, the Vatican ...

A conclave is the election of the pope, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church. It is held at the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City. The conclave of 2025 ...

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Millions around the world tuned in to watch as Pope Francis was laid to rest on 26 April, with 400,000 mourners alone paying ...

The papal conclave is private election held behind closed doors of Vatican City's Sistine Chapel, where 135 cardinals vote on who will serve as the next the head of the Catholic Church.

From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.

The Sistine Chapel has closed to the public so it can be prepared for the conclave, a gathering of cardinals who will elect ...