Thursday, Feb. 29 is leap day — that's something you don't hear very often. Here’s what you need to know about the day that happens almost every four years. 🗓️ What is a leap year? A leap year is ...

Leap Year, a unique occurrence that graces our calendars every four years, has been a source of fascination for centuries. Today, the 29th of February, is more than just a curiosity. It plays a ...

February is packed with interesting observances, but one that stands out is Leap Day—and the Leap Year that makes it possible! If you’re wondering “When is the next leap year?” or curious about why we ...

2024 is a leap year, meaning Thursday, Feb. 29 is a once-in-every-four-year event. Since leap years typically happen every four years (although there are some exceptions), our last leap days were in ...

NEW YORK (AP) — Leap year. It's a delight for the calendar and math nerds among us. So how did it all begin and why? Have a look at some of the numbers, history and lore behind the (not quite) ...

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This February, you'll have a little extra time to get things done − one whole day, to be exact. 2024 is a leap year, meaning we will have a 29th day tacked on to the end of this month. Occurring only ...

Did you realize that 2024 had an extra day? That's because 2024 was a Leap Year, meaning it had 366 days instead of the usual 365. And, Leap Day babies were finally able to enjoy a real birthday on ...

It's not every year that you see February 29 on the calendar -- and it's not technically every four years either. Thursday is officially leap day. For some, its birthdate, or a day for special deals ...