💨 Abstract

White smoke from the Sistine Chapel announced the election of a new pope for the world's 1.4 billion Catholics. Thousands cheered in St. Peter's Square as the smoke appeared. The 267th pope will succeed Pope Francis, who prioritized migrants and the environment but faced criticism from traditionalists. The new pontiff must address global conflicts, internal Church issues, and modern challenges like declining priest numbers.

Courtesy: www.thesouthafrican.com