Ramadan is not uniformly observed globally — the start date can vary by country or even be different mosque to mosque in the same city for a variety of reasons. But it all starts with a sighting ...

During the month of Ramadan, Muslims will wake before the sun rises to eat a pre-dawn meal called suhoor. They will then not eat or drink until sunset, when they will have iftar.

For nearly 2 billion Muslims around the world, Ramadan is a time of deep reflection, spiritual connection and community. Here's what to know about the sacred Islamic month as it begins.

Ramadan, an important Islamic holiday when Muslims fast each day for almost a month, begins this weekend. Here's what to know about the religious holiday. News Sports Indy 500 Things To Do Opinion ...

This journey was my goal for Ramadan. The conduct of daily prayers is in the essential spirit of Ramadan. Therefore, the first and every subsequent evening, I headed down to the local mosque for ...

For some Muslims, Ramadan also comes amid changes in their countries. In the Middle East, for instance, this will be the first Ramadan for Syrians since the Syrian government fell in a stunning end to ...

The first day of Ramadan in Mecca will be Saturday, March 1. Fasting can last for 29 or 30 days, depending on when the moon, signifying the start of the next month, is spotted. Here is what you ...

During Ramadan in 2024 in Philadelphia, Maham Rizvi introduces the tradition of breaking the fast with dates dipped in olive oil and salt at a iftar dinner, March 22, 2024.

People in Cairo celebrate a mass "Iftar," the meal to end their fast at sunset during Ramadan, on March 15. (Amr Nabil/AP) Every year, as Ramadan approaches, I feel a mixture of anticipation and ...

Ramadan’s religious rituals and spiritual essence unite diverse Muslim communities around the world. The plights of some fellow Muslims and some issues that have resonance beyond borders.