Cardinals are preparing to elect the next pope following Pope Francis' funeral and a nine-day mourning period that concluded on Friday, April 26. The Sistine Chapel has been closed ahead of the conclave, which is expected to begin no earlier than May 5, pending final confirmation from the College of Cardinals.
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Sistine Chapel closed for conclave to elect new pope

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The College of Cardinals moves toward a conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor, debating unity, diversity, and future church reforms.

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