how February 29 reminds us of our mysterious relationship with time and space
- Written by: Emily O'Hara, Senior Lecturer, Spatial Design + Temporary Practices, Auckland University of Technology
If you find it intriguing that February 28 will be followed this week by February 29, rather than March 1 as it usually is, spare a thought for those alive in 1582. Back then, Thursday October 4 was followed by Friday October 15.
Ten whole days were snatched from the present when Pope Gregory XIII issued a papal bull to “restore” the...
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