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No Pope Yet: Black Smoke Marks Unsuccessful First Day of Conclave

Updated by Anastasios Gordon Sekandi at 22:30 EAT Wednesday 07 May 2025 Black smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel chimney at 21:00, signaling that no pope was elected on the first day of the conclave. This followed the traditional closing of the chapel doors with the Latin phrase “Extra omnes” — “Everyone out.” The conclave…

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Vatican Prepares for Papal Conclave with Installation of Iconic Chimney

Updated by Anastasios Gordon Sekandi, at 14:30 EAT Friday 02 May 2025 According to the local media house, the Vatican fire brigade has installed the traditional chimney stack atop the Sistine Chapel, which will signal the outcome of the upcoming papal election. On May 7, the College of Cardinals will assemble in the Sistine Chapel…

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The 6 Greatest Popes of All Time

Updated by Anastasios Gordon Sekandi at 15:33 EAT Sunday 27 May 2025 The greatest popes didn’t just shape the Church — they changed the course of history. It may surprise you to learn that being pope is no easy job. This 2,000-year-old line of leaders of the worldwide Catholic Church may be considered infallible when…

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