This reason makes today’s date special, it’s happening after 900 years Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByTrisha Sengupta Updated on: Feb 02, 2020 02:15 pm IST Share Via Copy Link
According to Oxford Dictionaries palindrome is defined as “a word, phrase, or sequence that reads the same backward as forward.”
Today is the day unlike any other. The reason behind this day being special is that it’s a rare palindrome date which is taking place after almost 900 years.
It will again take place after 101 years.(Twitter/@rea_exile)
According to Oxford Dictionaries palindrome is defined as “a word, phrase, or sequence that reads the same backward as forward.”
Though the palindrome dates aren’t uncommon, this one takes a special place as it reads the same in multiple date systems. While some countries use date-month-year format, there are others who follow month-date-year system. Today’s date – 02/02/2020 – reads the same in both the systems.
Expectedly, it sparked all sorts of reactions on social media - especially Twitter. Here’s what people tweeted:
“We are so lucky to have such a special palindrome date occurring in our lifetime because it’s so rare,” University of Portland professor Aziz Inan told USA Today.
Inan further told that such dates are known as “ubiquitous palindromes.” His calculations suggest that the last date which showcased this rare feature occurred on 11/11/1111 - that’s more than 900-year-ago. Also, he further informed that to see another such date one will have to wait until March 3, 3030, for 101 years.
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Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling. Read Less ...Read More
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