In a process shrouded in secrecy, the Sacred College of Cardinals is gearing up to elect Pope Francis' successor inside the Vatican’s Sistine Chapel, renowned for its extensive Renaissance art ...

Exit tourists. Enter cardinals.The Vatican has closed the Sistine Chapel, where cardinals will gather for the conclave to elect the next pope after the death of Pope Francis on April 21 at age 88 ...

The Sistine Chapel will be specially prepared for the ... of the Cardinals who will cast their votes were appointed by Pope Francis during his time leading the Church. There will be four rounds ...