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Betting on the next pope stirring ‘global interest’ ahead of this week’s conclave
From cash bets on websites to online games modeled after fantasy football leagues and casual wagers among friends and families, the popularity of guessing and gambling on the future of the papacy is increasing worldwide,
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Who are the main contenders to be the next pope?Francis-era reforms that saw a diverse group of cardinals join the mix make his successor nearly impossible to call.
But papal betting has a long history. Roman banking houses were taking bets as far back as 1503. Alessandro Damasceni Peretti ...
Even those who applauded the actions he took during his 12-year papacy said they were just a beginning, and that his ...
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At Masses across Rome and socioeconomic lines, Catholics prayed the next pope focuses on poverty and peace days before the ...
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Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible ...
Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle has replaced Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin as the new favorite to become the next pope ...
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While Pope Francis accomplished a lot in his 12-year papacy, he left much unfinished business and many challenges for his ...
Cardinal Pietro Parolin and Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, leading candidates for Pope, face accusations of mishandling child ...
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Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle could become the first Asian pontiff, marking a historic moment for the church as it considers leadership beyond its mostly European traditions.
Shortly after it was announced that Pope Francis had died, online gambling websites posted the betting favorites to replace ...
There are only a few days left until the start of the conclave that will elect the 267th Pope of the Catholic Church. There ...
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