From the majestic art to the white smoke, here's what to know about the Sistine Chapel, the sacred site of the conclave.

Cardinals have no contact with the outside world after the master of liturgical ceremonies utters the words “Extra Omnes” the ...

The death of Pope Francis paves the way for one of the most secretive events in human history, as depicted in the papal ...

Pope Francis's death at the age of 88 means the Catholic Church must choose a new leader. Here's how cardinals elect the next ...

The Vatican is closing the Sistine Chapel to the public as part of its preparations for the conclave to elect the next pope ...

The Sistine Chapel has closed to the public so it can be prepared for the conclave, a gathering of cardinals who will elect ...

As the Catholic Church mourns the loss of Pope Francis, preparations are underway for the conclave to elect his successor.

It is one of the wonders of the world, attracting millions of visitors every year. But those now in Rome hoping to admire the Sistine Chapel will not get their fix of its monumental Michelangelo ...

This conclave will feature one of the most geographically diverse fields, with 10 candidates coming from the U.S.

In an April 29 statement, the Vatican said “the oath of the officials and attendants of the conclave will take place” May 5 ...