The papacy has traditionally been held by cardinals, but exceptions exist. Historical trivia surrounding papal conclaves ...

The voting to elect a new pope, known as the Conclave, has been going on for centuries and created a whole genre of ...

Conclave” the film may have introduced moviegoers to the spectacular ritual and drama of a modern conclave, but the periodic ...

It will take at least 89 cardinals to elect Pope Francis's successor. That's the two-thirds supermajority of the 133 men who ...

Vatican installs chimney on Sistine Chapel as world waits on pope election - The chimney plays a key role in communicating ...

A snapshot of the papacies of the 11 modern popes that preceded Pope Francis, from Pope Benedict XVI to Blessed Pope Pius IX.

This reforming pope, renowned for his sanctity, helped solidify the Council of Trent’s legacy and left a visible mark on the papacy itself.

The cardinals -- at least, those under 80 years old -- vote for as long as it takes to elect Pope Francis' successor.