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The Vatican closes The Sistine Chapel to the public

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

Exit tourists. Enter cardinals. The Vatican has closed the Sistine Chapel, where cardinals will gather for the conclave to elect the next pope after the death of Pope Francis on April 21 at age 88. Francis was buried Saturday after a funeral in St.

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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.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

Sistine Chapel's Conclave Preparations Leave Tourists Shut Out

The chapel's ceilings are adorned with scenes painted between 1508 and 1512 from the Bible's Old and New Testaments. The most famous is "The Creation of Adam", in which God reache

Vatican, Pope Francis and papal conclave

The Washington Post · 8h

Vatican issues 'sede vacante' postage stamps valid until a new pope is elected

Vatican post offices and selected collectors’ shops started selling this week special stamps marking the period between Pope Francis’ death and the election of his successor

USA TODAY on MSN · 12h

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.

The New York Times · 2d

Conclave to Choose New Pope Will Start May 7, Vatican Says

About 130 cardinals will be able to vote on a successor for Francis, and a two-thirds majority is needed to elect the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.

Pope Francis, Vatican City and Giro d'Italia

The Independent on MSN · 20h

Giro d’Italia to pay tribute to Pope Francis with stage start in Vatican City

Giro d’Italia to pay tribute to Pope Francis with stage start in Vatican City - The Italian grand tour begins in Albania on 9 May

Fox News · 3d

World leaders and mourners of the Catholic faith gather in Vatican City for Pope Francis' funeral

Pope Francis died on April 21, 2025. Many world leaders are expected to attend his funeral in Vatican City, including President Donald Trump, Prince William, and President Volodymyr Zelensky.

The Associated Press on MSN · 16h

Giro d'Italia cycling race to go inside the Vatican's walls in homage to Pope Francis

The Giro d’Italia will pay homage to the late Pope Francis by passing through the Vatican gardens behind St. Peter’s Basilica and in front of the Santa Marta hotel — which was where Francis lived — during the final stage of the cycling race on June 1.

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 ...

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

These days, they do leave to rest and share meals at Santa Marta House — a hotel-like residence inside Vatican City where Francis had his own personal apartment during his pontificate — for ...

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Russia launches major drone attack on Ukraine despite 'productive' Vatican City Meeting

On the heels of a private meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky while attending ...

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24 Hours in Vatican City World's Smallest Nation 🇻🇦

Right in the heart of Rome, Italy, lies the smallest country in the entire world— the famous Vatican City! You’ve probably ...

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'I'd Like To Be Pope': Trump Candidly Reveals His Preference For Next Vatican Leader | Watch

President Donald Trump gave a candid response when asked about his thoughts on the next leader of Vatican City. "I'd like to ...

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Video: LIVE: View of St Peter’s Square in Vatican City

View of St Peter’s Square in Vatican City [This post contains video, click to play] Source: YouTube Reuters ----------------- ...

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Princess Charlene of Monaco in Prada, Queen Rania of Jordan in Alaïa and More Royals in Somber Attire for Pope Francis' Funeral Ceremony in Vatican City

Several dignitaries, former and sitting politicians and more attended the somber funeral services of Pope Francis on Saturday ...

New pope will face a Vatican budget crisis, and a myriad other problems

Whoever emerges from the coming conclave as the new leader of the 1.4-billion-member Catholic Church will face a myriad of ...

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The Vatican closes The Sistine Chapel to the public

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