I agree, it's nice but also a bit odd - don't know how and why they changed their policy. I was on the Featured Projects slot before, but usually, for not more than ~1 week. I've liked your project too, really nice professional look - thank you! 

I had been kind of wondering about that... My project has been parked next to yours (which I've also liked and followed, it's a very neat project!) in the Featured slots for what seems like a month. While I appreciate it having been featured, it does make me a little self-conscious, as there are lots of more deserving projects than mine being added all the time.