John Tufts

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See the conclave live as the Catholic Church elects a new pope

6 days ago | courier-journal.com | Chris Sims |John Tufts |Mary Walrath-Holdridge

After Pope Francis' death, members of the Catholic Church meet in Rome this week to select a successor. Here's what we know about the search, black vs. white smoke and how to watch. What does conclave mean? The term refers to a private meeting or secret assembly, especially a meeting of Roman Catholic cardinals secluded continuously while choosing a pope, according to merriam-webster.com. What color smoke means new pope at Vatican?
White smoke at papal conclave! Who is new Pope? Robert Francis Prevost. What we know

6 days ago | eu.pal-item.com | Chris Sims |John Tufts |Mary Walrath-Holdridge |Katie Wiseman

• The papal conclave to select the next pope began May 7, with USA TODAY providing live stream coverage. • Cardinal electors will vote in secret, with white smoke signifying the election of a new pope. • Following Pope Francis' death, Cardinal Joseph Tobin, former Archbishop of Indianapolis, is a contender to be the first American pope.
Black or white smoke at papal conclave? Who is new Pope? Will he have Indiana ties? What we know

6 days ago | indystar.com | Chris Sims |John Tufts |Mary Walrath-Holdridge

The papal conclave to select the next pope began May 7, with USA TODAY providing live stream coverage. Cardinal electors will vote in secret, with white smoke signifying the election of a new pope. Following Pope Francis' death, Cardinal Joseph Tobin, former Archbishop of Indianapolis, is a contender to be the first American pope. What does conclave mean?
Ben Ganger of Goshen, Indiana, ends 'Jeopardy!' streak, heads to TOC

1 week ago | southbendtribune.com | John Tufts |Chris Sims |Katie Wiseman |Cory Havens

John Tufts Chris Sims Jenny Porter Tilley Katie Wiseman Cory HavensUSA TODAY NETWORKIndiana contestant Ben Ganger scored his fifth "Jeopardy!" win on Cinco de Mayo, but Tuesday was his last time on the stage — for now. Ganger has qualified for the annual Tournament of Champions, earning $105,915 in his five wins.
When is the full moon? May's Flower Moon blossoms soon in Kentucky

1 week ago | courier-journal.com | John Tufts

The full Flower Moon will soon blossom in Kentucky's night skies. Here's what you should know about the full moon as well as other astronomical happenings happening this month. When is the next full moon in May 2025? Monday, May 12 is when the Flower Moon shines its brightest, according to NASA. The moon's phases in May are:ðŸŒ“Â First Quarter: May 4. ðŸŒ•Â Full Moon: May 12. ðŸŒ—Â Last Quarter: May 20. ðŸŒ‘Â New Moon: May 27. What time is the full moon in May 2025 for Louisville, Kentucky?
Could a new 'star' shine above Kentucky soon? Why NASA is excited again about T Coronae Borealis

1 week ago | courier-journal.com | John Tufts

Astronomers have been waiting patiently for months for light from a distant explosion to reach Earth, and the wait might finally pay off, according to NASA. Scientists alerted the public last year about T Coronae Borealis, a binary star system that could go nova "any day now," experts said. Light from the nova's stellar explosion will make it seem as if a new star is shining in the night sky, though it won't stick around for long.
Is a nova explosion about to light up the night sky? What to know about T Coronae Borealis

1 week ago | floridatoday.com | Eric Lagatta |John Tufts

It isn't exactly clear just when stargazers will be able to see T Coronae Borealis go nova, but NASA said it will likely be "in the coming months."T Coronae Borealis is normally too faint to see without a telescope, but the explosion caused by the nova will be visible to the naked eye. The nova won’t look like an explosion, but like a new star that wasn’t there before. Any day now, a massive stellar blast could light up the night sky so brightly, you won't even need a telescope to see it.
Who won 'Jeopardy!' on May 6, 2025? See how Ben Ganger did in his fifth game

1 week ago | jconline.com | John Tufts |Chris Sims |Katie Wiseman |Cory Havens

On Cinco de Mayo, Ben Ganger once again dominated on the "Jeopardy!" stage, earning him a spot in the Tournament of Champions. The data analyst and opera singer from Goshen, Indiana, once again had a big lead going into Final Jeopardy. Here's a look at his record on the show so far. Did Ben Ganger win Monday, May 5, on 'Jeopardy!'? Yes. His opponents on Monday were Ellen Goldlust, of Virginia, and Rhyne Modlin, of North Carolina. Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle.
When is the full moon in May 2025? What to know about the Flower Moon

1 week ago | indystar.com | John Tufts

The full Flower Moon will soon blossom in Indiana's night skies. Here's what Hoosiers should know about the full moon as well as other astronomical happenings happening this month. When is the next full moon in May 2025? Monday, May 12 is when the Flower Moon shines its brightest, according to NASA. The moon's phases in May are:ðŸŒ“Â First Quarter: May 4. ðŸŒ•Â Full Moon: May 12. ðŸŒ—Â Last Quarter: May 20. ðŸŒ‘Â New Moon: May 27. What time is the full moon in May 2025 in Indiana?
Who's on 'Jeopardy!' today, May 5? Indiana's Ben Ganger dominated fourth game

1 week ago | southbendtribune.com | John Tufts |Chris Sims |Katie Wiseman |Cory Havens

John Tufts Chris Sims Jenny Porter Tilley Katie Wiseman Cory HavensIndianapolis StarWhy take a stab at the name of an old ship if you're already winning? That was Ben Ganger's strategy on Friday night's "Jeopardy!" The data analyst and opera singer from Goshen, Indiana, had earned $3,400 before either of his competitors was even on the board. He lost his wager in Final Jeopardy, but was so far ahead it didn't matter. Here's a look at his record on the show so far.