Yes, it's happened far faster than anyone expected. Whether you are Catholic, another religion or irreligious, one of the most memorable events of 2013 has come to a head, the election of a new pope. Just a few minutes ago white smoke emerged from the Sistine chapel.
19:15 Update
All hail Francis!
The first pope from South America and first from outside Europe for over a thousand year, first Jesuit pope too.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-21777494
So, what are your thoughts on the new pope?