Festive crowds brave rain in St. Peter’s Square; Papal conclave schedule
This morning at 9am, crowds had already braved steady rain to gather at St. Peter’s Square – even though white smoke wasn’t expected that morning.
More black smoke: Cardinals fail to elect pope after three ballots
Black smoke rose from above the Sistine Chapel for a second day on Wednesday after a secret conclave of cardinals held two more inconclusive votes for a new pope to lead the troubled Church.
Black smoke indicates no decision from papal conclave
Black smoke rises from the chimney on the roof of the Sistine Chapel in the Vatican City indicating that no decision has been made after the first day of voting for the election of a new pope.
Rome abuzz with excitement as cardinals convene for conclave
Sources tells Metro the conclave is expected to last until Friday, but not longer.
Boston Cardinal O’Malley among papal contenders
As the conclave to elect a new pope begins, Boston Cardinal Sean O’Malley is considered to be among the leading candidates in an open field.
Metro’s guide to the Papal Conclave
On Tuesday the cardinals will convene to choose a new Pope. Metro explains the process.