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Fact Check: Kissinger and Rockefeller incorrectly identified in photo with Pope Francis
The late former U.S. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger and billionaire philanthropist David Rockefeller have been ...
Before Pope Francis died, this is where he directed his remaining money to go
Before he died, Pope Francis gave away the last of his personal savings to a cause he deeply cared about: bringing hope to ...
Who are contenders to succeed Pope Francis? A look at the leading candidates.
Here’s a look at some of the leading papal contenders, with the proviso that favorites don’t typically end up getting the nod ...
Pope Betting Odds: Parolin Leads Prediction Markets While Tagle Surges—Though Experts Say Election Is Unpredictable
Italy’s Pietro Parolin leads odds on the Polymarket and Kalshi betting platforms, while Luis Antonio Tagle of the Philippines ranks second on both.
Who might succeed Pope Francis? Some possible candidates
The conclave to elect a new pope will start behind the closed doors of the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday, with all cardinals under the age of 80 able to vote ...
No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel’s chimney
Cardinals failed again Thursday morning to find a successor to Pope Francis, sending black smoke billowing up through the ...
Who Are the Cardinals Selecting the Pope?
Cardinals from 70 countries have gathered at the Vatican to elect a new Pope in the most diverse conclave in history.
Who could succeed Pope Francis? We look at 10 possibilities, both LGBTQ-friendly and not
Potential successors come from all over the world and range from moderate to deeply conservative on LGBTQ+ issues.
Who are the top contenders to be the next pope? Experts weigh in
After the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the question looming around the world is, who will become the next leader of the ...