With the Papal Conclave beginning on Tuesday, speculation is rife over who will replace Benedict XVI as the next head of Vatican.  To elect the new Pope, the entirety of the College of Cardinals is required to attend the Conclave at the Sistine Chapel. While we know a new Pope has been elected when white smoke emits from the Vatican chimney, there is more about how the Papal Concalve works. You can read more about the top contenders here.
With the Papal Conclave beginning on Tuesday, speculation is rife over who will replace Benedict XVI as the next head of Vatican. Here is a video that explains how the Pope is elected.
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