Cardinals enter Sistine Chapel to start centuries-old secret ritual to elect a pope
Thursday, 8 May 2025 () Cardinals from 70 countries have commenced the secretive conclave in Vatican City to elect Pope Francis's successor. The diverse group, including many appointed by Francis from previously marginalized nations, faces the challenge of choosing a leader who can unite a polarized church. The election's outcome remains uncertain, with continuity of Francis's progressive legacy a key consideration.
Pope Leo XIV holds his first Mass in the Sistine Chapel: 'We are a community'
Continuing the cycle of traditions that await a new pope, the newly elected pontiff addressed his cardinals in English and Italian.
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As cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel to elect the next pope, the chosen name holds significant meaning. Following tradition dating back to 533 A.D., the new... IndiaTimes
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