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Here's how a conclave elects a new pope

The process of electing a new pope follows rules and rituals that have been followed, and sometimes tweaked, since the 13th century — when cardinals were first sequestered to prevent any outside meddling.

How does the Catholic Church elect a new pope? Here's how a conclave works

If he were to do so, the church would elect a new pope through a process known as a conclave. Here is everything you need to know about the conclave and the steps that are traditionally taken to choose a new pope.

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How is a new pope elected? Everything you should know [Pulse Explainer]

The election of a new pope is a rigorous process involving a series of rituals that unfold in stages. First, there is the College of Cardinals. They play a major role in the election process. They are,

Pope Francis, Health Problems and Gemelli Hospital

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A look at Pope Francis' previous hospitalizations and health problems

VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis was hospitalized Friday for the fourth time since being elected in 2013, after he was diagnosed with bronchitis last week. Francis had part of one lung removed as a young man and has recurring bouts of bronchitis, especially in winter.

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Pope Francis’ Health ‘Slightly Improved’ After Nearly One Week in Gemelli Hospital

Previous Vatican updates indicated that the 88-year-old pontiff has been able to receive the Eucharist, rest, read, and work.

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What Is Bronchitis? A Look at Pope Francis' Previous Hospitalizations and Health Problems

Pope Francis was hospitalized Friday for the fourth time since being elected in 2013, after he was diagnosed with bronchitis last week. Francis had part of one lung removed as a young man and has recurring bouts of bronchitis,

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What is a Conclave? Process to select a Pope explained as Francis undergoes hospital treatment

As Pope Francis continues to recover from bronchitis in hospital, many have begun to wonder what the process would be if he ...

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When the pope is sick, Italians always gossip about who comes next – even before ‘Conclave’

The pope looms so large in everyday Italian life that there are lots of expressions that make light of even a dark event like ...

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Pope Francis remains hospitalized. Here's a look at the pontiff's long medical history.

In his early 20s, Pope Francis underwent surgery to remove a part of his lung affected by a severe respiratory infection.

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Pope marks one week in hospital with pneumonia as the obvious question gets asked: Might he resign?

The Vatican late Thursday reported a “slight improvement” in his overall clinical condition, with his heart working well.

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Pope condition 'serious but not compromised' says expert

A lung expert told ANSA Wednesday that the condition of Pope Francis, being treated in a Rome hospital for bilateral ...

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Pope Francis, sensing he is close to death, moves to protect his legacy

The battle to succeed Pope Francis is likely to be highly politicized, particularly given the pontiff’s recent clash with ...

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Pope continues to rest, do paperwork at hospital

The morning after the Vatican confirmed Pope Francis has double pneumonia, the director of the Vatican press office said the ...

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Long Island Catholics pray for ailing Pope Francis, ponder eventual successor

Jack O’Connell, a former Catholic priest and the retired CEO of the Health & Welfare Council of Long Island said of any ...

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