People traveled to the Vatican from all over the world to witness the election of a new pope. Those from the United States were not disappointed.

In a historic and unpredictable moment, white smoke billowed out of the chimney of the Sistine Chapel on Thursday, as the first pope from the United States of America was unveiled.

The world is watching the Vatican on Thursday as 133 cardinals work to choose which of them will be the next pope.

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Kulumbegashvili spoke with NPR's Leila Fadel about what inspired her to make her film. The following excerpt has been lightly edited for clarity and length. Leila Fadel: I want to start with what ...

Kulumbegashvili spoke with NPR's Leila Fadel about what inspired her to make her film. The following excerpt has been lightly edited for clarity and length. Leila Fadel: I want to start with what ...