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Conclave: How is a new pope chosen?

Shani Rozanes
April 22, 2025

Pope Francis has died after 12 years serving as the head of the Catholic Church. Soon after his funeral, cardinals from all over the world will gather at the Vatican to start the process of choosing his successor. It is an old ritual called a papal conclave.

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