The cardinals who enter the Sistine Chapel use smoke signals to let the outside world know when a new pope has been chosen.

Here’s a look at some of the leading papal contenders, with the proviso that favorites don’t typically end up getting the nod ...

The papal conclave begins Wednesday, May 7, when cardinals gather to elect the next pope. Here's how to watch coverage in the ...

There could be some high-profile athletes joining the crowds in St. Peter’s Square over the coming days to keep track of the ...

The Sistine Chapel has witnessed every papal election since 1492 with only five exceptions, and it is preparing to once again ...

Here are ten surprising and interesting facts about Papal conclaves. There is no limit as to how long a conclave can last when electing a new Pope. One vote will be held on the first day of voting. If ...

Catholic cardinals are set to gather for the 2025 conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. Here's how long it could take.

There could be some high-profile athletes joining the crowds in St. Peter’s Square over the coming days to keep track of the ...

The United States is the home country for 10 of the 133 cardinals eligible to vote for the next pope. That's more than any ...

Over 130 voting cardinals must decide whether to continue in the direction of Francis or elect a pope likely to choose a more traditional path.

More than 130 cardinals will be sequestered in the Sistine Chapel to elect the Catholic Church's 267th pontiff after Pope ...

As the papal conclave begins, diverse contenders from around the globe are considered, with a strong possibility of a new ...