Conclave selects Argentine Jorge Bergoglio as new Pope

VATICAN CITY - It took the conclave just two days, one of the fastest in history, and we now know who the next Pope will be. Argentine Jorge Bergoglio was elected pope today. He becomes the first pontiff from the Americas. He chose the name Pope Francis. Full Story: WJFW

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