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The College of Cardinals held its 12th general congregation on Tuesday, where Pope Francis’ ring fisherman’s ring was officially destroyed.
Red curtains are hung on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica. The Sistine Chapel is furnished with tables, ballots, pens, and ...
With 133 cardinals set to take place in this conclave following the death of Pope Francis, the outcome has been described as ...
As a fireworks expert tests the Vatican's contemporary system for "holy smoke," Catholic cardinals mull their divergent ...
Travellers to Rome should expect closures, visitor restrictions and crowds at some of the city’s main attractions. View on ...
The Vatican is finalizing preparations for the May 7 conclave, with firefighters on Friday installing a chimney on the roof ...
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 witnessed every papal election since 1492 with only five exceptions, and it is preparing to once again ...