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Pilgrims Flock to Saint Peter's Square for Canonization Ceremony

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Roman Catholics began filling up St. Peter's Square early Sunday, positioning themselves for the best spot to witness the historic canonization of two popes. As many as one million people are expected in St. Peter's and the nearby streets of Rome for the elevation-to-sainthood ceremony. Churches throughout Rome were opened Saturday night, filled with pilgrims from around the world who have come to witness the canonization at the Vatican Sunday of two 20th century popes -- John the...

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