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Sistine Chapel to close ahead of conclave

What to know about the Sistine Chapel, site of the conclave to pick a new pope

From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.

Associated Press News on MSN · 1d

The Vatican closes the Sistine Chapel to the public and prepares for a papal conclave

The Vatican is closing the Sistine Chapel to the public as part of preparations for the conclave to elect the next pope after the death of Francis.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

Sistine Chapel's Conclave Preparations Leave Tourists Shut Out

"Notice is hereby given that the Sistine Chapel will be closed to the public from Monday 28 April 2025 for the requirements of the Conclave," reads a terse statement on the Vatican Museums' website.

Vatican, Pope Francis and papal conclave

CBS News · 16h

Conclave to choose a new pope to begin May 7, Vatican says. Here's how Pope Francis' successor will be chosen.

Pope Francis's death at the age of 88 means the Catholic Church must choose a new leader. Here's how cardinals elect the next pontiff at the conclave.

USA TODAY on MSN · 1h

When is the conclave? The Vatican sets date to elect new head after Pope Francis' death

The papal conclave will commence in May, when the cardinals will meet at St. Peter's Basilica and pray for the wisdom to select the next pope.

NBC Sports · 3h

Giro d’Italia to go inside the Vatican’s walls in homage to Pope Francis

It very well could be the biggest sporting event ever held inside the walls of the Vatican. The Giro d’Italia will pay homage to the late Pope Francis by passing through the Vatican gardens behind St.

Fact Check Team: Vatican conclave to elect new pope shrouded in mystery, set for May 7

Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Filipino Cardinal Luis Tagle are considered top contenders, according to The Associated Press. Parolin, who served as Pope Francis' Secretary of State, is ...

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As the Vatican prepares a conclave, the status of a once-powerful Italian cardinal looms

The status of an Italian cardinal is being debated as preparations get under way for the May 7 conclave to elect a successor ...

Vatican closes Sistine Chapel to the public and prepares for papal conclave

Exit tourists. Enter cardinals. The Vatican has closed the Sistine Chapel, where cardinals will gather for the conclave to ...

America Magazine9h

Vatican drivers, staff to swear oath of secrecy ahead of conclave

In an April 29 statement, the Vatican said “the oath of the officials and attendants of the conclave will take place” May 5 ...

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Watch Pope Francis' full funeral video as world mourns late Vatican leader

Pope Francis's funeral begins at 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. Eastern, 1 a.m. Pacific) at the Vatican, outside St. Peter's ...

Journalists Swarm Cardinals at the Vatican Gates as They Meet to Plan a Conclave

Cardinals arriving for the first day of meetings after Pope Francis’ funeral were swarmed at the city-state’s gates by ...

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Inside Pope Francis' final resting place

Pope Francis was laid to rest on Saturday after a funeral mass in Saint Peter’s Square. His tomb is at Saint Mary Major Basilica in Rome, which is known for its history, architecture, and works of art ...

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