When 130 cardinals gather in Rome to elect a new pope, intrigue and politics isn't very far behind, writes Dan Slevin.

The conclave, shrouded in centuries-old tradition and secrecy, stands as one of the most captivating rituals in the Catholic ...

The stakes of the contest are high, as the outcome of the Speaker race will significantly impact the legislative agenda in ...

ROME — An introspective Pope Francis has divulged some of the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the secret 2013 conclave that ...

Pope Francis releases his candid autobiography revealing introspective insights and controversial decisions. The book delves into personal history and papal experiences, providing a unique glimpse ...

An introspective Pope Francis has divulged some of the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the secret 2013 conclave that elected ...

To expedite elections, in 1274 Pope Gregory X introduced the conclave system , sequestering the cardinals and rationing their food until a decision was reached. Papal conclave following the death ...

The holy men appear like bright red cardinal birds in their traditional red robes. They are locked together inside the ...

Today, the papal election is governed essentially by rules set by Pope John Paul II in 1996. Cardinals reside in the Domus Sanctae Marthae within the Vatican during the conclave, but vote in the ...

Conclave is a 2024 mystery-thriller directed by Edward Berger, known for his Academy Award-winning All Quiet on the Western Front. Adapted from Robert Harris’ 2016 novel of the same name, the ...