A conclave is the centuries-old election of a pope that derives its name from the Italian ''con clave'' (with a key) to underscore that cardinals are sequestered until they find a winner.

VATICAN CITY — Catholic cardinals on Monday set May 7 as the start date for the conclave to elect Pope Francis' successor, ...

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"Conclave" the film, a moody 2024 political thriller, introduced many laypeople to the ancient papal selection process.

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