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Pope Francis Dies: Who Will Be The Next Pope, Some Hints To Watch For
The process to choose a new pope is long and secretive. Most of the world's 252 cardinals are coming to Rome to take part.
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Pope Francis' Death: What We Know So Far
Pope Francis died of a stroke on Monday at the Vatican aged 88.His funeral is to be held Saturday in the presence of worshippers and dignitaries before a conclave of cardinals is convened to elect a successor.
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Who Will Be Pope Francis' Successor? Focus Turns To Red-Robed Cardinals
With the death of Pope Francis, announced by the Vatican on Monday, Roman Catholics around the globe will start speculating on who among the red-robed cardinals will succeed him.
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These 4 Indian Cardinals Will Be In Conclave That Picks Next Pope
Following the death of the Pope, the Vatican will enter a nine-day mourning period known as the Novendiale, an ancient Roman tradition that continues to this day. During this time, preparations will begin for the election of the next Pontiff.
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Pope Francis To Nominate Fourteen New Cardinals On June 29
Pope Francis said on Sunday he would elevate 14 Roman Catholic prelates to the high rank of cardinal, the elite group of churchmen who are his closest advisers and can enter a conclave to choose his successor if they are under 80.
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Nun Rape Case: 'Must Ensure Justice is Done, is Visible,' Says Top Cardinal
The National Human Rights Commission issued a notice to the West Bengal government regarding the rape of a 72-year-old nun in Ranaghat. The Vatican conclave's youngest cardinal and India's top bishop is already in Kolkata to visit the survivor, who is recuperating at a local hospital.
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US eavesdropped on Vatican in run-up to conclave: reports
US secret services allegedly eavesdropped on cardinals before the conclave in March to elect a new pope, Italian weekly magazine Panorama claimed on Wednesday.
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New York cardinal offers glimpse of new pope's style
Shortly after his election on Wednesday night, Pope Francis shunned the papal limousine and rode on the last shuttle bus with other cardinals to go back to a residence inside the Vatican for a meal.
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With no pope, a sea gull is stealing the show at the papal conclave
Smoke watching has become bird watching in St. Peter's Square after a sea gull perched atop the chimney that belches out smoke from the Sistine Chapel to signal whether or not a pope has been elected.
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New pope's choice of name will carry his first message
Even before he utters his first words in public, the new pope who emerges from the conclave this week will send Roman Catholics around the world a message encoded in the name he chooses.
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In Vatican, smoke-spotters at the ready for a new pope
They came from Australia, Japan or Brazil to do one thing - train their eyes on a chimney pipe attached to the roof of the Sistine Chapel to see if white smoke would appear.
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For cardinals at conclave, cigarette and a tipple to relieve papal tension
The cardinals locked inside the Sistine Chapel for deep meditation and reflection until they choose a new pope can break off for a smoke or enjoy a glass of wine, the Vatican spokesman said on Wednesday.
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Black smoke signals inconclusive papal vote
Black smoke rose from above the Sistine Chapel for a second day on Wednesday after a secret conclave of cardinals held two more inconclusive votes for a new pope to lead the troubled Church.
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All eyes on Vatican chimney as world awaits new pope
Cardinals on Wednesday spent a second day behind Vatican walls to elect a pope, with all eyes on a chimney that will signal when there is a new leader for the world's 1.2 billion Catholics.
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Indian cardinal is youngest in Vatican conclave
Indian cardinal Cleemis Thottunkal is the youngest cardinal taking part in the conclave to elect a successor to Pope Benedict XVI.
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Pope Francis Dies: Who Will Be The Next Pope, Some Hints To Watch For
The process to choose a new pope is long and secretive. Most of the world's 252 cardinals are coming to Rome to take part.
-
Pope Francis' Death: What We Know So Far
Pope Francis died of a stroke on Monday at the Vatican aged 88.His funeral is to be held Saturday in the presence of worshippers and dignitaries before a conclave of cardinals is convened to elect a successor.
-
Who Will Be Pope Francis' Successor? Focus Turns To Red-Robed Cardinals
With the death of Pope Francis, announced by the Vatican on Monday, Roman Catholics around the globe will start speculating on who among the red-robed cardinals will succeed him.
-
These 4 Indian Cardinals Will Be In Conclave That Picks Next Pope
Following the death of the Pope, the Vatican will enter a nine-day mourning period known as the Novendiale, an ancient Roman tradition that continues to this day. During this time, preparations will begin for the election of the next Pontiff.
-
Pope Francis To Nominate Fourteen New Cardinals On June 29
Pope Francis said on Sunday he would elevate 14 Roman Catholic prelates to the high rank of cardinal, the elite group of churchmen who are his closest advisers and can enter a conclave to choose his successor if they are under 80.
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Nun Rape Case: 'Must Ensure Justice is Done, is Visible,' Says Top Cardinal
The National Human Rights Commission issued a notice to the West Bengal government regarding the rape of a 72-year-old nun in Ranaghat. The Vatican conclave's youngest cardinal and India's top bishop is already in Kolkata to visit the survivor, who is recuperating at a local hospital.
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US eavesdropped on Vatican in run-up to conclave: reports
US secret services allegedly eavesdropped on cardinals before the conclave in March to elect a new pope, Italian weekly magazine Panorama claimed on Wednesday.
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New York cardinal offers glimpse of new pope's style
Shortly after his election on Wednesday night, Pope Francis shunned the papal limousine and rode on the last shuttle bus with other cardinals to go back to a residence inside the Vatican for a meal.
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With no pope, a sea gull is stealing the show at the papal conclave
Smoke watching has become bird watching in St. Peter's Square after a sea gull perched atop the chimney that belches out smoke from the Sistine Chapel to signal whether or not a pope has been elected.
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New pope's choice of name will carry his first message
Even before he utters his first words in public, the new pope who emerges from the conclave this week will send Roman Catholics around the world a message encoded in the name he chooses.
-
In Vatican, smoke-spotters at the ready for a new pope
They came from Australia, Japan or Brazil to do one thing - train their eyes on a chimney pipe attached to the roof of the Sistine Chapel to see if white smoke would appear.
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For cardinals at conclave, cigarette and a tipple to relieve papal tension
The cardinals locked inside the Sistine Chapel for deep meditation and reflection until they choose a new pope can break off for a smoke or enjoy a glass of wine, the Vatican spokesman said on Wednesday.
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Black smoke signals inconclusive papal vote
Black smoke rose from above the Sistine Chapel for a second day on Wednesday after a secret conclave of cardinals held two more inconclusive votes for a new pope to lead the troubled Church.
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All eyes on Vatican chimney as world awaits new pope
Cardinals on Wednesday spent a second day behind Vatican walls to elect a pope, with all eyes on a chimney that will signal when there is a new leader for the world's 1.2 billion Catholics.
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Indian cardinal is youngest in Vatican conclave
Indian cardinal Cleemis Thottunkal is the youngest cardinal taking part in the conclave to elect a successor to Pope Benedict XVI.
