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As you probably already heard, today marks the first day of the conclave — the sacred, centuries-old tradition where Catholic cardinals gather in total secrecy to elect a new pope. Now, as per the tradition, the cardinals have entered the Sistine Chapel, sworn to silence, and cut themselves off from the outside world until a decision is made. It also all kicks off with prayers, ancient rituals, and a solemn oath of secrecy…as the world waits for the white smoke signifying that a new pope has been selected.
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However, today ended with black smoke (meaning no new pope has been elected), and not much else happening…
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Except for the arrival of some seagulls who decided they wanted a front-row seat to the conclave and perched themselves on the roof of the Sistine Chapel, next to the chimney.
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Now, with not much else happening, these birds (or “pigeons of the sea” as I like to call them) have taken social media by ~storm~. So, I decided to round up some of the best Twitter (X) reactions to their appearance:
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Hopefully, the seagulls make their return to the Sistine Chapel tomorrow, because clearly the internet NEEDS them.
