White smoke is coming from the Sistine Chapel chimney, signifying a new Pope has been elected.  The new leader of the Catholic church is Pope Francis; Cardinal Bergoglio from Argentina.

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Thousands of people outside the chapel cheered as bells rang in Vatican City.  It took just over a day for Cardinals to cast ballots.

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