Under current Vatican rules, only cardinals under the age of 80 are allowed to cast a vote for pope. The Vatican's press office currently lists 135 cardinals as eligible to vote in the conclave.

From “camerlengo” to white smoke, here’s what to know about the words and phrases that guide the process after a pope dies.

Ten U.S. cardinals are among those who will gather in Rome to elect a successor to Pope Francis, who died Monday.

Could there be an American pope? Here are the US cardinals who could replace the pontiff - Of the 252 members of the College ...

Pope Francis, who died April 21 at age 88, "will long be remembered for his outreach to those on the margins of the Church ...

Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88, was known for his inclusive policies and advocacy for the marginalized, including Black people, and appointed three Black men who are in contention to ...

Pope Francis, who passed away at 88, was praised by Black Americans for his advocacy for the marginalized and possible election of the first Black pope.