A lot of unusual terms and Latin words will be thrown around in the coming days as the Vatican picks a new pope. Here's what ...

The conclave – a confidential gathering of Roman Catholic cardinals – will meet in a matter of weeks to elect a Pope. Here's ...

The next pope will inherit a mixed situation: a church that has grown stronger in certain areas under Francis, yet which ...

Historically, the exact number of votes required to elect a new pope has fluctuated. Under current rules, a minimum ...