Cardinals attend Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, before they enter the conclave to decide who the next pope will be, on March ...

A prophecy said to be about the late Pope Francis may hint at him being the "last pope" if the prediction is to be believed.

The shortest conclave ever recorded lasted only a few hours (about 10) and took place on the night between October 31 and November 1, 1503. After the death of Pius III, the cardinals gathered and ...

Pope Francis’ death and funeral will usher in a period of transition for the Catholic Church, with cardinals gathering at the Vatican for the papal conclave, the secretive voting that will result in ...

Cardinals electing Pope Francis's successor will have an easier time than many of their predecessors, who endured spartan ...