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flag Italians play 'Fantapapa' to predict the next Pope as gambling firms offer odds on papal candidates.

flag Thousands of Italians are playing "Fantapapa," an online game similar to fantasy sports leagues, to predict the next Pope, as betting on the papal election is discouraged. flag Players select teams of cardinals and score points based on media mentions. flag Internationally, gambling companies are offering odds on papal candidates, with Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin as a favorite. flag The conclave to elect the new Pope begins May 7.

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