A new pope has been chosen
White smoke has emerged from the Sistine Chapel chimney, confirming the election of a new pope to lead the Catholic Church.
The successful candidate received at least 89 votes from the 133 cardinals in the conclave, prompting cheers from the crowd gathered in St Peter’s Square.
The pope’s identity will be revealed when a senior cardinal proclaims “Habemus papam!” before the new pontiff makes his first public appearance and gives a blessing. (Source: AP)
White smoke has emerged from the Sistine Chapel chimney, confirming the election of a new pope to lead the Catholic Church.
The successful candidate received at least 89 votes from the 133 cardinals in the conclave, prompting cheers from the crowd gathered in St Peter’s Square.
The pope’s identity will be revealed when a senior cardinal proclaims “Habemus papam!” before the new pontiff makes his first public appearance and gives a blessing. (Source: AP)