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When will the new pope be chosen: a clear, evergreen explainer

When will the new pope be chosen? The election begins after the previous pope dies or resigns, when the Camerlengo confirms the death and key officials secure the Vatican. Gener...

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Pope Francis Conclave: What Happens When a Pope Dies or Retires

A conclave is the formal gathering of cardinal electors convened to elect a new pope, typically after a papal death or resignation. It is neither a global public vote nor a poli...

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