Pope appoints 21 new cardinals to fill highest ranks

Pope Francis has 'created' 21 new cardinals at a ceremony in the Vatican.

There are now 137 cardinal electors, about 73% of them chosen by Francis.

Eighteen of the 21 are under the age of 80. This means they can enter the conclave to elect the next pope following Francis' death or resignation.

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