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White smoke from the Sistine Chapel signals the 267th pope

Cardinals elect new pope as white smoke rises from Sistine Chapel
  • White Smoke from the Sistine Chapel chimney signals the election of the 267th Pope.
  • The new pontiff, chosen by 133 cardinals, becomes the spiritual leader of Catholics worldwide.
  • The election took approximately 24 hours following a conclave held in secrecy.
  • Three UK cardinals and one Irish-born American cardinal participated in the voting process.
  • The new Pope's identity will be revealed shortly after his acceptance, accompanied by the traditional "Habemus Papam" announcement.
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