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    White Smoke Billows From Sistine Chapel, Signalling New Pope Elected

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    Posted on May 8, 2025

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    Last updated: March 1, 2026

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    Quick Summary

    White smoke from the Sistine Chapel signals the election of a new pope by 133 Roman Catholic cardinals in a secret conclave.

    White Smoke Signals Election of New Pope at Sistine Chapel

    VATICAN CITY (Reuters) - White smoke appeared from a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican on Thursday, signalling that the 133 Roman Catholic cardinals meeting in a secret conclave have elected a new pope.

    (Reporting by Crispian Balmer)

    Key Takeaways

    • •White smoke indicates a new pope has been elected.
    • •The election took place in the Sistine Chapel.
    • •133 Roman Catholic cardinals participated in the conclave.
    • •The conclave was held in secrecy.
    • •The event took place in Vatican City.

    Frequently Asked Questions about White smoke billows from Sistine Chapel, signalling new pope elected

    1What is the main topic?

    The main topic is the election of a new pope, signaled by white smoke from the Sistine Chapel.

    2What does the white smoke signify?

    White smoke indicates that a new pope has been successfully elected by the cardinals.

    3Where did the conclave take place?

    The conclave took place in the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican City.

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