St. Peter's Square
Americannoun
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On Sunday, Leo will preside over Easter Mass in St. Peter's Square before delivering a typically political blessing which is especially anticipated this year.
From Barron's ● Apr. 3, 2026
When white smoke rose over the Sistine Chapel last May and Leo’s election was announced to the crowds in St. Peter’s Square, many people’s reaction was puzzlement as they quickly googled him on their smartphones.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 21, 2026
He was also seen in St. Peter's Square for the announcement of the new pope and then, according to the Mirror, with actress Zoe Kravitz in his Cheshire hometown over Christmas.
From BBC ● Jan. 13, 2026
I thought of how, thousands of miles away, crowds in St. Peter’s Square had watched for white smoke with a similar feeling of anticipation.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 19, 2025
If I go up into St. Peter's Square I can pick up a hansom and drive back home—I suppose I may as well call it home, as I have no other.
From The Far Horizon by Malet, Lucas
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