Thu May 08 16:18:57 UTC 2025: ## White Smoke Signals New Pope Elected at Vatican
VATICAN CITY – The election of a new pope has been announced following the appearance of white smoke from the Sistine Chapel chimney this Thursday. The smoke signals the conclusion of the conclave, where 133 cardinals convened to select the successor to Pope Benedict XVI. Further details regarding the identity of the newly elected pontiff are expected shortly.
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