Who will be the next pope? Here's how the conclave works

Pope Francis's death sets an ancient machinery into motion. Soon, with a puff of smoke, the last absolute monarchy in Europe will get a new leader.

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Who will be the next pope? Here's how the conclave works
White smoke billows from a chimney at the Sistine Chapel, signaling that cardinal electors have chosen a new pope — Pope Francis — on March 13, 2013.

Pope Francis's death sets an ancient machinery into motion. Soon, with a puff of smoke, the last absolute monarchy in Europe will get a new leader.

(Image credit: Jeff J Mitchell)

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