What is the science behind the smoke signals on the Sistine Chapel to announce if a new pope has been elected?

New American pontiff Robert Prevost to hold first Mass after historic election - The 69-year-old former cardinal was chosen ...

VATICAN CITY (AP) — The Catholic Church has a new leader and congratulations are pouring in as Pope Leo XIV prepares to ...

White smoke was seen emanating from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, indicating that a two-thirds vote has been reached to elect the new pope.

New pontiff to lead first Mass at Sistine Chapel as world leaders send congratulations - The Chicago native is the 267th ...

From budget woes to child abuse and a faith crisis in Europe, Pope Leo XIV, the 267th leader of the global Catholic Church, ...