Top News Black smoke rises from the Sistine Chapel as cardinals cast an unsuccessful first vote Published 3 weeks ago on May 7, 2025 By The Janitor Black smoke streamed from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel, signaling that the more than 130 cardinal electors have not come to a two-thirds agreement about who the next pope should be. Related Topics: Up Next Conclave 2025: Black smoke signals new pope not selected on first ballot Don't Miss Black smoke signals end of first day of conclave Continue Reading You may like