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Sistine Chapel to close ahead of conclave

USA TODAY on MSN · 16h

What to know about the Sistine Chapel, site of the conclave to pick a new pope

From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.

The Associated Press on MSN · 2d

The Vatican closes the Sistine Chapel to the public and prepares for a papal conclave

The Vatican is closing the Sistine Chapel to the public as part of its preparations for the conclave to elect the next pope after the death of Pope Francis

IOL on MSN · 2h

Sistine Chapel sealed: tourists turned away as Vatican gears up for papal conclave

For now, tourists are being turned away from one of Rome’s most iconic sites, as the Vatican transforms the chapel from a world-renowned attraction into a solemn space for the College of Cardinals.

Conclave to elect new pope will start May 7

The Washington Post · 1h

Inside the conclave: A visual guide on how the next pope will be elected

The conclave process to elect the next pope is shrouded in secrecy. Here’s a visual guide to the ancient tradition.

USA Today · 15h

How long does it take a papal conclave to elect a pope? It depends on the century

For nearly 180 years, papal conclaves have chosen a new pope in three to five days. In centuries past, they've taken a lot longer.

Conclave to elect new pope to start on May 7, cardinals meet

Roman Catholic cardinals will begin their secret conclave to elect the new leader of the global Church on May 7, the Vatican said, confirming what a source had previously told Reuters.

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When is the conclave? The Vatican sets date to elect new head after Pope Francis' death

The papal conclave will commence in May, when the cardinals will meet at St. Peter's Basilica and pray for the wisdom to ...

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When is the Sistine Chapel closed? What to know about visiting Rome following Pope Francis’ death

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

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What happens after Pope Francis’ funeral – how the Conclave to select his successor will work

What happens after Pope Francis’ funeral – how the Conclave to select his successor will work - The late pope broke from ...

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Is that real smoke? News of new pope delivered by stoves, chemicals and ballots

Ballots are burned in the process, but the smoke seen by the world is created using another stove, the Vatican Information ...

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Conclave politics begin with the question: Continue Pope Francis’ radical legacy or change course?

Cardinals this week will start in-depth discussions on planning the conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. No date has ...

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As the Vatican prepares a conclave, the status of a once-powerful Italian cardinal looms

The status of an Italian cardinal is being debated as preparations get under way for the May 7 conclave to elect a successor ...

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Successor talk swirls as 61,000 pay homage to Pope Francis: Live updates

Cardinals could pick a progressive pope ready to build off the changes Francis brought to the church or a conservative who ...

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