As the world mourns Pope Francis, attention now turns to Vatican City's ancient traditions.
The black and white smoke signals from the Sistine Chapel’s chimney will once again guide millions awaiting news of the next pope.
Each puff tells a powerful story—black means no decision, white means a new pontiff has been chosen.
This sacred ritual, deeply rooted in Catholic history, is the most visible symbol of a centuries-old conclave.
Here’s how the symbolic smoke works and what it means in the selection of the next spiritual leader of the Catholic Church.
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U.S. President Donald Trump and Melania Trump are set to attend Pope Francis’ funeral but will reportedly be seated in the third row—behind Catholic and non-Catholic royalty. The UK Telegraph dubbed the placement “humiliating,” especially after Trump had mocked Biden’s 14th-row spot at Queen Elizabeth’s funeral. World leaders, including Trump, will sit alphabetically by country (in French), possibly placing the Trumps near Estonia or Eswatini. The optics of this seating have stirred buzz online and could reignite debates on America's global status and Trump’s past remarks.
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French President Emmanuel Macron paid a heartfelt tribute to Pope Francis, describing him as a "man of humility" who stood "alongside the most vulnerable and the most fragile." Macron expressed his condolences to Catholics worldwide, emphasizing the Pope's compassion during times of war and brutality.
The funeral of Pope Francis is set to take place in St. Peter's Square, Vatican City, with numerous world leaders and dignitaries in attendance, including U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and French President Emmanuel Macron. The ceremony is expected to be the Vatican’s largest single-day event since the funeral of Pope John Paul II two decades ago, potentially drawing over 200,000 attendees.
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On the final day of Pope Francis' lying in state, thousands of mourners gathered at St. Peter’s Basilica to bid farewell to the beloved pontiff, who passed away on Monday at the age of 88 following a stroke. The Vatican reported that over 120,000 people had already paid their respects, filing past the pope's open coffin, adorned in red papal robes with his bishop’s mitre and rosary in hand. Due to the overwhelming turnout, the Vatican extended visiting hours, keeping the basilica open until 3 a.m. local time.
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A new mural by street artist Laika has appeared near the Vatican, drawing attention for its satirical take on world leaders expected to attend the upcoming funeral of Pope Francis.
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With the death of Pope Francis at age 88, the world now turns its attention to what comes next for the Catholic Church. What is the process for selecting a new Pope? How soon will the Conclave begin? Who are the likely contenders to lead the Church into a new era?
This video breaks down the centuries-old papal election process — from the gathering of the College of Cardinals in Vatican City to the symbolic white smoke that signals the election of a new Pontiff. We also explore the global implications of this transition and what the Church might look for in its next spiritual leader.
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Pope Francis has died at age 88 after battling double pneumonia and other health complications. The Vatican confirmed his death and has begun the sacred transition process. A conclave of 137 cardinals under 80 will now vote in the Sistine Chapel to elect the next leader of the Catholic Church. Potential successors include Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Cardinal Luis Tagle, Cardinal Peter Turkson, and others. The world watches for the white smoke that will signal the next pope—marking a historic shift for 1.3 billion Catholics globally.
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