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Of the 135 electors, more than 100, or nearly three-quarters, of the members of the college were appointed by Pope Francis, ...
The College of Cardinals has recognised that all 133 cardinal electors have the right to vote in the upcoming conclave, ...
At last count there were 252 cardinals, of whom 141 were eligible to vote in a papal conclave (though there is no definitive ...
The conclave to elect the next pope will open on May 7, Vatican officials announced today. The cardinals meeting in plenary ...
The late pontiff’s health concerns in recent years led to contenders to succeed him foreseeing a papabile ahead of his death ...
As the world’s most exclusive club prepares to elect the new pope, they face an immediate test of just how seriously they ...
From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.
Cardinals thank Cardinal Becciu for stepping back from conclave - Catholic cardinals have acknowledged the definitive word is ...