The papal conclave, beginning May 7, is a secretive, centuries-old Vatican process in which cardinals under age 80 vote—sequestered inside the Sistine Chapel—to elect a new pope by a two-thirds majority, with white smoke and bells signaling the decision.
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Pope Francis in critical condition with early kidney failure but remains alert as prayers pour in
By Nicole Winfield The Associated Press ROME (AP) — Pope Francis remained in critical condition Feb. 23 and blood tests showed early kidney failure but he remains alert, responsive and attended Mass, the Vatican said, as the 88-year-old pontiff battles pneumonia and a complex lung infection. In a late update, the Vatican said Francis hadn’t […]