The death of Pope Francis sets into motion a series of rituals, some of which go back more than 2,000 years, including how to choose the new pope. Here's what happens next.

Simply put, a conclave is the assembly of cardinals that elects a pope. The word itself comes from the Latin "com" and ...

Travellers to Rome should expect closures, visitor restrictions and crowds at some of the city’s main attractions. View on ...

Since the church began selecting popes in a secret conclave, the choice has rarely come from the rumored frontrunners.

The famous ‘white smoke’ bellowing from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel signals the election of a new Pope. The tradition ...

President Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine are among the world leaders who plan to attend the funeral. The ...

Following the passing of Pope Francis, the Vatican will be closed to tourists during nine days of mourning and the Conclave ...

Even though cardinals don’t campaign for the job, there are always front-runners going into a conclave to choose the next pope. These candidates are known as “papabile,” an unofficial Italian word ...

From the Vacant See to the day of Habemus Papam. The cardinal protodeacon, the most senior by appointment, will announce the ...

In his final will, Francis said he wanted to be buried at St. Mary Major Basilica, which is home to the Salus Populi Romani ...