The papacy has traditionally been held by cardinals, but exceptions exist. Historical trivia surrounding papal conclaves ...

From the longest conclave lasting nearly three years, prompting citizens to lock cardinals in and restrict their meals, to ...

The secret vote that elected Pope Gregory X lasted from November 1268 to September 1271. It was the first example of a papal ...

Vatican installs chimney on Sistine Chapel as world waits on pope election - The chimney plays a key role in communicating ...