What to expect as conclave enters second day of voting for new pope
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Second day of conclave explained as cardinals vote for new pope
- Following Pope Francis's death, 133 cardinals have convened at the Vatican for a conclave to elect his successor.
- The first round of voting on Wednesday was unsuccessful, indicated by black smoke from the Sistine Chapel.
- Cardinals are sequestered, with limited communication, and vote in secret until a two-thirds majority is reached.
- The new pope will be announced from St. Peter's Basilica balcony with the traditional Latin proclamation.
- The chosen name will offer an early indication of the new pope's priorities and direction for the Catholic Church.