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Chimney placed on the roof of the Sistine Chapel in preparation for the Vatican conclave

On Friday, workers set up a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel, signaling when Cardinals will gather to elect a successor for Pope Francis. Firefighters were seen getting the necessary equipment ready ahead of the conclave scheduled for next Wednesday. During the conclave, Cardinals engage in secret voting, needing a two-thirds majority to elect a new […]

Vatican Firefighters Set Up Chimney on Sistine Chapel for Papal Election

Vatican City (AP) — Preparations for the Conclave aimed at selecting a new pope took a significant step forward on Friday with the setup of a chimney atop the Sistine Chapel, signaling the succession process following Pope Francis. Vatican firefighters were spotted working on the roof of the Sistine Chapel, installing the chimney, which is […]