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Cardinal reveals how close real conclave was to the film

Cardinal Nichols claims there was no sense of pressure among them during that time

The Independent UK

Real conclave was nothing like the film, says cardinal

The film stars British actor Ralph Fiennes as well as Hollywood actors Isabella Rossellini and Stanley Tucci.

Evening Standard

New Pope Leo is gentle, calm and unifying, says UK cardinal

Cardinal Vincent Nichols was one of 133 cardinals who took part in the conclave to elect the new pontiff.

Evening Standard

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White smoke from Sistine Chapel confirms new Pope elected

An announcement in Latin of Habemus Papam, meaning ‘we have a Pope’ is made alongside the new pontiff’s appearance.

Evening Standard

More black smoke from Sistine Chapel signals wait for new pope goes on

A new pope requires a two-thirds majority in the voting.

Evening Standard

Cardinals resume voting as world watches Vatican City for white smoke

Up to four rounds of voting can take place each full day of conclave, two in the morning and two in the afternoon.

Evening Standard

Black smoke from Sistine Chapel chimney confirms no pope elected in first conclave vote

Cardinals to return to Sistine Chapel on Thursday to continue secret meeting to elect new pontiff

Evening Standard

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Black smoke confirms no pope elected in first conclave voting round

The secret meeting to elect a new pontiff began on Wednesday afternoon.

The Independent UK

All eyes on Sistine Chapel for smoke as secret conclave begins to elect new pope

White smoke will confirm a new pontiff to lead the world’s Catholics has been chosen.

Evening Standard

Conclave cardinals told choice for next pope is of ‘exceptional importance’

The electors met for mass at St Peter’s Basilica ahead of the conclave in the Sistine Chapel from Wednesday afternoon.

Evening Standard

UK cardinal’s final reflections before entering conclave to elect new pope

Cardinal Vincent Nichols is one of more than 130 electors

The Independent UK

Papal conclave begins – what is it and how long might it take?

The secret meeting of cardinals to elect a new pope is beginning on Wednesday.

The Independent UK

UK cardinal asks for prayer as conclave begins and world watches for new pope

Three British cardinals are involved in the secret meeting to choose a new pontiff.

The Independent UK

Conclave: What goes on behind closed doors to elect a new pope

A quiet drama is unfolding in the Vatican

The Independent UK

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Evening Standard

Conclave to elect Pope Francis’s successor will start on May 7

An Oscar-nominated film starring Ralph Fiennes sparked public interest in the centuries-old process

The Independent UK

Journalists swarm cardinals at the Vatican gates as they meet to plan a conclave

Cardinals arriving for the first day of meetings after Pope Francis’ funeral were swarmed at the city-state’s gates by journalists eager for hints of whether any consensus is building around the election of a successor

Marie Claire

Why Prince William "Stepped in" for King Charles at Pope Francis's Funeral, According to a Royal Expert

The seating plan was described as a "master plan" of "big egos."

Evening Standard

The delicate diplomacy of the seating plan for the Pope’s funeral

The seating plan has been described as a ‘master plan’ in stage-managing the ‘big egos’ of world leaders.

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Evening Standard

Quarter of a million people viewed Pope’s body over three days, says Vatican

The requiem mass will be attended by world leaders and dignitaries.

Evening Standard

World leaders arriving for Pope’s funeral as 150,000 mourners pay respects

The coffin will be closed on Friday evening ahead of Saturday’s requiem mass.

Evening Standard

Pope Francis: Mourners file through St Peter’s Basilica overnight as lying-in-state set to end

Vast crowds are expected to gather ahead of Saturday’s funeral for Pope Francis in St Peter’s Square

The Independent UK

Mourners file through St Peter’s Basilica overnight as lying-in-state set to end

Vast crowds are expected to gather ahead of Saturday’s funeral for Pope Francis in St Peter’s Square.

Evening Standard

Pope Francis’s funeral to be masterpiece in managing ‘big egos’, says UK Cardinal as world leaders head to Rome

US President Donald Trump is among those due to attend the requiem mass for the late pontiff, joining dignitaries from across the globe

The Independent UK

UK cardinal says Pope’s funeral to be ‘masterpiece’ in managing ‘big egos’

Leaders and dignitaries from all over the world will attend the late pontiff’s requiem mass.

Evening Standard

William and PM’s attendance at Pope’s funeral shows ‘respect for Catholic faith’

Sir Keir Starmer will be there on behalf of the British Government while the Prince of Wales will represent the King.

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