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Conclave: What goes on behind closed doors to elect a new pope

A quiet drama is unfolding in the Vatican

The Independent UK · May 3, 2025

Best cheap hotels in Rome with central locations and beautiful budget rooms

These affordable hotels in Rome will save you money, without sacrificing on service, location or comforts

The Independent UK · May 2, 2025

“They Thought Soap Was Gross”: 29 Lesser Known Facts About The Roman Empire

"Romans would 'consult' sacred chickens before battle to see if they should proceed."

Bored Panda · May 2, 2025

AP PHOTOS: Papal tailors prepare for transition

As cardinals gather in Rome for the start next week of the conclave, where they will vote for the successor to Pope Francis, two longtime papal tailors are also pondering the transition.

The Independent UK · May 1, 2025

Who are the cardinals tipped to be the next pope one week before the conclave?

The conclave to elect the new pope begins on 7 May, and while there are no official candidates for the post, these are the cardinals considered to be leading the race.

Euronews · Apr 30, 2025

This Instagram Account Educates People By Explaining The Best History Memes Out There (23 Pics)

If history textbooks were more like this Instagram account, maybe more kids would open them. Or at least try to.

Bored Panda · Apr 30, 2025

Iran's foreign minister says next round of talks with US over nuclear program will be held in Rome

Iran says the next round of negotiations over its rapidly advancing nuclear program it will have with the United States will be in Rome on Saturday

The Independent UK · Apr 30, 2025

One of these cardinals could become the new pope

There are no official candidates for the papacy, but some cardinals are considered “papabile.”

The Independent UK · Apr 30, 2025

Pietro Parolin, Career Diplomat Leading Race To Be Pope

A seasoned diplomat who worked with Pope Francis for 12 years, Cardinal Pietro Parolin is well-known in Rome and abroad, and a serious contender to be the next pontiff.

International Business Times · Apr 30, 2025

Pope Francis filled the College of Cardinals with a diverse group of men – and they’ll be picking his successor

Following the death of 88-year-old Pope Francis on Easter Monday, several cardinals who were already in Rome, or who traveled only short distances to arrive, held the first of several meetings – general congregations – to discuss preparations for the papal funeral and the election to follow.

The Conversation · Apr 28, 2025