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In 1940, four teenagers and their dog, Robot, stumbled upon the Lascaux cave in rural France. Their discovery revealed stunning prehistoric cave paintings, now known as the "sistine chapel of Prehistory," dating back 17,000 years. This remarkable find showcased the sophisticated artistry of early humans and became a pivotal archaeological site.

Following Pope Francis's death, the Vatican has closed the sistine chapel to prepare for the papal conclave. Cardinals will soon gather to elect a new leader for the Catholic Church, guided by tradition. The world awaits the signal of white smoke, indicating the selection of the next pope, a moment that will define the Church's future direction.

Black smoke emerged from the sistine chapel, signaling the cardinals' failure to elect a new pope on their initial ballot. The 133 cardinals, sequestered in Vatican City, couldn't reach the required two-thirds majority to succeed Pope Francis. The conclave will resume on Thursday morning, with cardinals returning to the sistine chapel to continue the voting process.

A new book says that the frescoes created by Michelangelo in the sistine chapel contained a secret code made up of mystical Jewish symbols, and insults aimed at the pope.

A new book says that the frescoes created by Michelangelo in the sistine chapel contained a secret code made up of mystical Jewish symbols, and insults aimed at the pope.

Preparations are underway at the Vatican for the upcoming conclave to elect Pope Francis's successor, following his death on April 21. Workers have installed the stove in the sistine chapel, where ballots will be burned to signal the election's progress.

A previously unknown Michelangelo foot sketch, identified as a study for the Libyan Sibyl on the sistine chapel ceiling, sold for $23 million at Christie's. The drawing, inherited and passed down through a family for centuries, was authenticated through infrared analysis and stylistic comparisons.

Singer Nicole Scherzinger and on-again boyfriend Lewis Hamilton are not engaged contrary to reports.

Singer Nicole Scherzinger and her on-and-off partner Lewis Hamilton are enjoying a romantic vacation together in Italy.

Jaaved Jaaferi speaks about his religious beliefs and the importance of prayer

Michelangelo’s most celebrated creation - The Creation of Adam on the ceiling of the sistine chapel was drawn with the help of mathematics.

Human hands may have built the Taj Mahal and adorned the ceiling of the sistine chapel with glorious art, but researchers have found they evolved — not just for manual dexterity — but primarily for fighting.

There were no pre-calculated moves and Cardinal Bergoglio was the perfect choice to lead the church, said Cardinal Mar Baselios Cleemis, the youngest in the College of Cardinals that elected Pope Francis I in a two-day conclave in Vatican on Wednesday.

Hollywood star Jason Momoa has opened up regarding the social media criticism he faced following his recent trip to the sistine chapel.

Cardinals have commenced the secretive conclave in the Vatican City to elect Pope Francis's successor, marked by solemn rituals and a geographically diverse electorate. The cardinals, hailing from 70 countries, are sequestered as they deliberate, aiming to choose a leader who prioritizes unity. Challenges facing the new pope include navigating the church's polarization and addressing the clergy sex abuse scandal.

Cardinals have reconvened in the sistine chapel to continue voting for Pope Francis's successor after the initial ballot yielded no clear winner, indicated by black smoke. The conclave, steeped in centuries-old tradition, involves 133 cardinals, many appointed by Francis from diverse global regions. The process, marked by secrecy and solemnity, aims to elect the 267th pope, requiring a two-thirds majority.

Cardinals have commenced the conclave in Vatican City to choose the next Pope after the death of Francis. The 133 cardinals are locked in the sistine chapel. They will vote in secrecy. The world awaits white smoke signaling the election of a new leader for 1.4 billion Catholics. Challenges include internal divisions and global issues.

Cardinals from across the world will be shut into the sistine chapel on Wednesday for a secretive conclave to elect the next head of the world's 1.4 billion Catholics. They then proceed into the 15th-century sistine chapel for the conclave, which is "one of the most secret and mysterious events in the world", the Vatican said on Tuesday.

Cardinals from 70 countries have commenced the secretive conclave in Vatican City to elect Pope Francis's successor. The diverse group, including many appointed by Francis from previously marginalized nations, faces the challenge of choosing a leader who can unite a polarized church. The election's outcome remains uncertain, with continuity of Francis's progressive legacy a key consideration.

The father-daughter duo will join 500 others-painters, sculptors, architects, writers, musicians, singers and film and theatre directors-at the sistine chapel on November 21 to revive links between faith and art.

Oswald Cardinal Gracias, the archbishop of Bombay, is preparing to leave for the Vatican City to attend the papal conclave that will elect the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.

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Hindustani classical vocalist Supriyo Dutta, sarod player Partho Sarothy, and tabla player Sanju Sahai have been invited to perform at the Pauline Chapel in Quirinale Palace, Italy, on Diwali. The historic building in Rome is one of the official residences of the president of the Italian Republic. The concert, described as a "musical meditation" for Diwali, will be broadcast live on a radio channel. Dutta will present a bandish with references to Goddess Jagadambika in the lyrics.

King Charles III and Queen Camilla are set to pray with Pope Leo XIV in the sistine chapel, marking a historic moment of reconciliation five centuries after Henry VIII's break with Rome. This unprecedented joint prayer signifies a significant step towards healing the religious rift, with the Vatican and Buckingham Palace emphasizing faith and fellowship.

Vatican City is abuzz as white smoke billows from the sistine chapel, signaling the election of a new Pope after two unsuccessful ballots. A cardinal will soon announce 'Habemus Papam!' from St. Peter’s Basilica, revealing the chosen cardinal's birth name and his selected papal name.

Following Pope Francis's death, the Catholic Church is undergoing a structured transition. Cardinal Kevin Farrell, as camerlengo, oversees Vatican affairs. The College of Cardinals, with 135 electors, will convene in a conclave within 20 days to elect a new pope, requiring a two-thirds majority.