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Who are contenders to succeed Pope Francis? A look at the leading candidates.
Here’s a look at some of the leading papal contenders, with the proviso that favorites don’t typically end up getting the nod ...
The Economist12m
Intrigue and attacks as the papal conclave begins
For this conclave these kingmakers are said to include Timothy Dolan, the conservative archbishop of New York; Jean-Claude ...
Cardinals mull Pope Francis' replacement as Vatican preps for conclave, fireworks expert tests "holy smoke"
As a fireworks expert tests the Vatican's contemporary system for "holy smoke," Catholic cardinals mull their divergent ...
Who will be the new pope? Clock ticking down toward historic conclave
Over 130 voting cardinals must decide whether to continue in the direction of Francis or elect a pope likely to choose a more traditional path.
Who is going to be the next pope? We asked AI chatbots and this is who they predict will be elected
Cardinals are starting the next conclave to select the next pope on May 7. Here’s who AI has pegged as the potential ...
El Mundo on MSN2h
The most diverse conclave in history to choose Francis' successor
In addition to the division between 'progressives' and 'conservatives', there are cultural and geographical differences among ...
Pre-conclave: Jockeying for a new pope already has started over drinks and dinner in Rome
At private dinners and at formal gatherings of cardinals, talk among church leaders of who will next lead the church has ...
Al Jazeera on MSN6h
What is a conclave? How will next pope be chosen and the challenges ahead
The conclave, which will kick off on Wednesday, will be held behind the closed doors of the Sistine Chapel. It generally ...