Selection of a New Pope

Catholic cardinals are convening in Vatican City for a conclave to elect a new pope following the death of Pope Francis. The process has a long history dating back centuries, with modern conclaves typically lasting two to three days. The longest conclave in the past 200 years lasted 51 days in 1831. Popes often choose their papal names upon election, with the most common name being John. The average age of popes has been increasing over the years.