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08-05-2025
The first day of the conclave to choose a new Pope has ended without a decision, indicated by black smoke from the Sistine Chapel's chimney. The 133 cardinals will return on Thursday morning for further voting.
Entities: Sistine Chapel, Vatican City, St Peter's Square, Pope Francis, Laura Gozzi • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The 2025 papal conclave began at the Vatican with Catholic cardinal electors gathering in the Sistine Chapel to select a new pope following the death of Pope Francis. The first round of voting did not yield a result, indicated by black smoke rising from the chapel's chimney. The cardinals will continue the process on Thursday morning. The conclave is expected to last a few days, with 133 cardinal electors from at least 70 countries participating.
Entities: Vatican, Sistine Chapel, Pope Francis, Catholic Church, College of Cardinals • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The article discusses the views of American Catholics visiting Rome during the papal conclave, where they share their expectations for the next pope. A CBS News poll found that 42% of American Catholics want the next pope to continue Pope Francis' teachings. Some Americans expressed the need for a pope who can unite the faith, while others desire changes such as more female involvement in the church and the use of birth control. The conclave, comprising 133 cardinal electors, is set to meet on Wednesday to elect the next pope.
Entities: Rome, Pope Francis, Catholic Church, United States, CBS News • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The article explains the tradition of using black and white smoke to indicate whether a new pope has been elected during a papal conclave. The tradition, which dates back to the 15th century, involves burning ballots in the Sistine Chapel's chimney, with black smoke signifying no new pope and white smoke indicating a successful election. The article delves into the history of this practice, its evolution over time, and the methods used to create the colored smoke.
Entities: Catholic Church, Sistine Chapel, Vatican, Pope Francis, Pius X • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The world is waiting for a new pope as the conclave has begun at the Vatican, where 133 cardinals are meeting to select a successor to Pope Francis, who died last month at 88. The papal conclave is a centuries-old tradition that is as suspenseful as it is secretive. The cardinals have taken an oath of secrecy and will vote until a new pope is chosen. The results of each vote are revealed by the color of the smoke emitted from the Sistine Chapel's chimney: black for no pope chosen and white for a successful election. The conclave is expected to be diverse, with many cardinals appointed by Pope Francis from developing countries.
Entities: Pope Francis, Vatican, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, St. Peter's Square • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The newly elected Pope, Robert Prevost, has chosen the papal name Leo XIV, continuing a legacy that dates back to the fifth century. The name Leo, meaning 'lion' in Latin, is associated with strength and courage. The last Pope Leo was Leo XIII, who served from 1878 to 1903 and was known for his Catholic social teaching, particularly his letter 'Rerum Novarum' addressing the impact of the Industrial Revolution on workers. The Vatican spokesperson, Matteo Bruni, suggested that the choice of name Leo is a reference to the modern social doctrine of the Church and its relevance to the current era of technological change. Pope Leo XIV's first address called for peace, echoing the legacy of the first Pope Leo, who persuaded Attila the Hun to spare Rome.
Entities: Pope Leo XIII, Pope Leo XIV, Robert Prevost, Matteo Bruni, Attila the Hun • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
Cardinals from around the world gathered at St. Peter's Basilica for a final Mass before entering the Sistine Chapel to elect the next Pope, following the death of Pope Francis last month. The 133 cardinals, representing 70 countries, will be sequestered inside the Vatican, surrendering their cellphones and cut off from outside communication until a new pontiff is elected.
Entities: St. Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Vatican, Pope Francis, College of Cardinals • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The article discusses the process of selecting a new pope through a papal conclave and how the chosen name may signal the direction of the Catholic Church. It highlights the significance of the name chosen by the new pope, citing examples of previous popes and their chosen names, and how they related to their papacy. The article also includes insights from theologians and historians on the potential implications of the new pope's chosen name.
Entities: Catholic Church, Papal conclave, Pope Francis, St. Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The College of Cardinals has reconvened for the second day of the conclave to elect a new Pope following the death of Pope Francis 16 days ago. The first vote on Wednesday ended without a result, indicated by black smoke from the Sistine Chapel chimney. The cardinals will continue to vote until a two-thirds majority is reached among the 133 voting cardinals.
Entities: College of Cardinals, Pope Francis, Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Square, Vatican • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The article discusses the upcoming papal conclave to elect a new pope following the death of Pope Francis. It highlights the unpredictability of the election and the various contenders, including Pietro Parolin, Matteo Zuppi, Luis Tagle, Fridolin Ambongo Besungu, Peter Erdo, Pierbattista Pizzaballa, and Peter Turkson. The article provides an overview of each candidate's background, views, and potential implications for the Catholic Church.
Entities: Pope Francis, Pietro Parolin, Matteo Zuppi, Luis Tagle, Fridolin Ambongo Besungu • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
Catholic cardinals gathering for a conclave at the Vatican are served simple meals at Casa Santa Marta, with food options like spaghetti, boiled vegetables, and lamb skewers. The cardinals have complained about the quality of the food, but the simplicity is intentional to prevent any clandestine communication. Certain foods like whole roast chicken and stuffed ravioli are banned due to concerns they could be used to smuggle messages. The practice of regulating food dates back to the 13th century, when Pope Gregory X introduced rules to prevent outside influence and poisoning. The current conclave began on Wednesday and is expected to last a few days.
Entities: Catholic cardinals, Sistine Chapel, Casa Santa Marta, Cardinal Mauro Piacenza, Pope Francis • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The College of Cardinals has entered its second day of deliberation to elect a new Pope following the death of Pope Francis in April. The conclave, comprising 133 cardinals, is taking place in the Sistine Chapel under strict secrecy and security measures. The cardinals will participate in four rounds of voting daily until a candidate achieves a two-thirds majority. The election is seen as a referendum on Francis' legacy, with possible successors including Cardinals Pietro Parolin and Luis Antonio Tagle. The process is expected to be complex due to the diverse and large College of Cardinals, with varying estimates on the duration of the conclave.
Entities: Pope Francis, Sistine Chapel, College of Cardinals, Pietro Parolin, Luis Antonio Tagle • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The article discusses the election of Robert Francis Prevost as the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. He is the first American pontiff and has a global background, having served in Peru and held influential positions in the Vatican. Pope Leo XIV is seen as a balanced alternative between conservative and liberal factions within the church. He has expressed commitment to helping the poor and migrants, and has criticized conservative Catholicism in the US. The article also highlights his background, leadership style, and views on various issues, including LGBTQ rights and clergy sex abuse.
Entities: Pope Leo XIV, Robert Francis Prevost, United States, Roman Catholic Church, Sistine Chapel • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
Robert Francis Prevost, a Chicago-born cardinal, has been elected as the 267th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, becoming the first American pope. He took the name Pope Leo XIV and emphasized the need for peace, justice, and building bridges in his first remarks. The election came after a conclave of 133 cardinals, who gathered to choose a successor to Pope Francis. The new pope has a background of serving in Peru and has been described as a balanced alternative to the ideological camps within the church. His election has been met with rejoicing in Vatican City, Chicago, and Peru.
Entities: Robert Francis Prevost, Roman Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, United States, Vatican City • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The article discusses the significance of the 'keys of the kingdom of heaven' in the context of the Catholic Church and the recent conclave to elect a new pope following the death of Pope Francis. It explores the historical and theological meaning of the keys, symbolizing the authority and spiritual leadership of the pope as the successor of St. Peter. The article delves into the evolution of the papacy and the interpretation of the keys through the centuries, from early Christianity to the modern era, highlighting their representation in art and their significance in Christian devotion and the church's authority.
Entities: Catholic Church, Pope Francis, St. Peter, Sistine Chapel, Vatican • Tone: analytical • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The Catholic Church has elected Robert Prevost, a 69-year-old American missionary and member of the Augustinian order, as its new pope, marking the first time a US citizen has held the position in the Church's 2,000-year history. Prevost has taken the name Leo XIV and will succeed the late Pope Francis. In his first address, he emphasized peace, dialogue, and unity among Christians.
Entities: Robert Prevost, Catholic Church, Pope Francis, United States, Peru • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: positive • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The College of Cardinals has begun the second day of the conclave to elect a new pope after Pope Francis's passing. The cardinals will cast four rounds of votes daily until a new leader is chosen. The conclave is the largest and most diverse in history, with 133 cardinal electors from nearly 80 countries. The process is shrouded in secrecy, with black smoke indicating no majority and white smoke signaling a new pope's election.
Entities: College of Cardinals, Pope Francis, Sistine Chapel, Vatican, Roman Catholic Church • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
08-05-2025
The article tracks the ongoing papal conclave in the Sistine Chapel, where 133 cardinals are gathering to elect the 267th pope following the death of Pope Francis. The conclave began 16 days after Pope Francis' death, with Cardinal Pietro Parolin leading the election due to the current dean's ineligibility to vote. The cardinals will submit secret ballots until a candidate achieves a two-thirds majority. The article provides historical context on the papal conclave process, including the number of ballots required to elect previous popes and the most common papal names.
Entities: Pope Francis, Sistine Chapel, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Catholic Church, Papal conclave • Tone: neutral • Sentiment: neutral • Intent: inform
