Papal conclave 2025: Day 1 recap
Black smoke from the Sistine Chapel chimney signaled that no pope was elected on the first day of the conclave. FOX's Rebekah Castor explains the top two contenders for the position and how the process is being kept secret.
Black smoke from the Sistine Chapel chimney signaled that no pope was elected on the first day of the conclave. FOX's Rebekah Castor explains the top two contenders for the position and how the process is being kept secret.
‘Sistine seagull’ steals spotlight during papal conclave — again
A lone seagull perched near the Sistine Chapel chimney became the unexpected star of the papal conclave livestream — reviving a viral tradition as the world waits for news of the next pope.
A lone seagull perched near the Sistine Chapel chimney became the unexpected star of the papal conclave livestream — reviving a viral tradition as the world waits for news of the next pope.
LIVE l How to watch the Vatican during papal conclave: 24/7 cam
The College of Cardinals began the secretive voting process of choosing a new pope on Wednesday -- and FOX 5 NY will have a 24/7 LIVE look at the Sistine Chapel.
The College of Cardinals began the secretive voting process of choosing a new pope on Wednesday -- and FOX 5 NY will have a 24/7 LIVE look at the Sistine Chapel.
Conclave: Black smoke rises on Day 1; no pope elected
Black smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel chimney on the first day of the conclave, meaning no pope was elected during the first round of voting.
Black smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel chimney on the first day of the conclave, meaning no pope was elected during the first round of voting.
Conclave latest: Black smoke rises from chimney - no pope elected on Day 1
The College of Cardinals has begun the process of selecting a new pope. Here's the latest from the conclave.
The College of Cardinals has begun the process of selecting a new pope. Here's the latest from the conclave.
Sistine Chapel doors close for conclave
After the 133 voting cardinals took their oath of secrecy, the doors of the Sistine Chapel closed as the conclave began.
After the 133 voting cardinals took their oath of secrecy, the doors of the Sistine Chapel closed as the conclave began.
Cardinals take oath of secrecy ahead of vote
The 133 voting cardinals took the oath of secrecy before the doors of the Sistine Chapel closed for the conclave.
The 133 voting cardinals took the oath of secrecy before the doors of the Sistine Chapel closed for the conclave.
How do religions choose their leaders? What to know as Catholics prepare for next pope
From conclaves to reincarnation, religious traditions around the world follow different rules when selecting new spiritual leaders. Here’s how major religions make their choices.
From conclaves to reincarnation, religious traditions around the world follow different rules when selecting new spiritual leaders. Here’s how major religions make their choices.
The pope’s regnal name: What it is and why it matters
When a new pope is elected, one of his first decisions is to choose a regnal name — a symbolic gesture that reveals spiritual inspiration, political intent, and historical legacy.
When a new pope is elected, one of his first decisions is to choose a regnal name — a symbolic gesture that reveals spiritual inspiration, political intent, and historical legacy.
White smoke vs. black smoke: What it means for the pope
Following Pope Francis’ death, the Vatican begins the conclave to elect a new pope, with smoke signals from the Sistine Chapel marking the votes.
Following Pope Francis’ death, the Vatican begins the conclave to elect a new pope, with smoke signals from the Sistine Chapel marking the votes.
Conclave schedule: How the Catholic church picks a new pope
Here's when we could see smoke -- and a new pope -- now that the conclave is getting underway in Vatican City.
Here's when we could see smoke -- and a new pope -- now that the conclave is getting underway in Vatican City.
Trump's AI image of himself as pope draws criticism ahead of conclave
President Donald Trump’s latest social media stunt – an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope – sparked immediate backlash.
President Donald Trump’s latest social media stunt – an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the pope – sparked immediate backlash.
Cardinal from Galveston-Houston Archdiocese to vote on next pope
Cardinal DiNardo is in Rome ahead of the papal conclave. He spoke with FOX 26's Tom Zizka.
Cardinal DiNardo is in Rome ahead of the papal conclave. He spoke with FOX 26's Tom Zizka.
FULL: Speaking with Cardinal DiNardo ahead of conclave
Houston's Cardinal DiNardo explained the preparation for the conclave happening in Rome to FOX 26's Tom Zizka ahead of selecting Pope Francis' successor.
Houston's Cardinal DiNardo explained the preparation for the conclave happening in Rome to FOX 26's Tom Zizka ahead of selecting Pope Francis' successor.
Date set for conclave to elect next pope, Vatican says: What to know
Catholic cardinals have set a date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor.
Catholic cardinals have set a date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor.
Trump at pope’s funeral: Talks with Zelenskyy before Mass
This was the first face-to-face meeting for the two world leaders after their heated exchange in the Oval Office in February.
This was the first face-to-face meeting for the two world leaders after their heated exchange in the Oval Office in February.
When does conclave start? What to know about choosing the next pope
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
After a period of mourning, cardinals will gather to elect the next pope in the centuries-old ritual known as the conclave. Here’s what we know about its beginnings.
Pope Francis remembered with massive, historic funeral
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.
The funeral for Pope Francis is getting underway soon in Vatican City. The 88-year-old pontiff was known for charming the world with his humble style and concern for the poor.
Pope Francis funeral homily: Watch and read full transcript
Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Pope Francis was remembered as a “pope among the people" in his funeral Mass Saturday, eulogized by Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
Doctor recalls Pope Francis' final moments in new interview
Pope Francis managed a gesture of farewell before he passed away early Monday. Those around him said it appeared he didn't suffer.
Pope Francis managed a gesture of farewell before he passed away early Monday. Those around him said it appeared he didn't suffer.