Ramadan is a special time for Muslims. Here's what to know about the month, and when Ramadan will be twice in a year.

The phrase means “Happy Ramadan” and is frequently used during Ramadan, a time when fasting, prayer and reflection are heavily prioritized. It is one of the most sacred times for Muslims and begins ...

Believers say it was during Ramadan that Allah revealed the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad. The text would become the religious guide for Muslims. Falling in the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, ...

As Ramadan 2026 approaches, experts urge Muslims to prepare physically and nutritionally for fasting. Key advice includes ...

The Vatican has expressed its solidarity with Muslims participating in the Ramadan fast, noting that Catholics also fast and do penance during the season of Lent and inviting greater dialogue and ...

According to Islamic Relief, the first night of Ramadan in 2026 is expected to fall on the evening of Feb. 17. As of Jan. 7, ...

As Muslims observe Ramadan, they fast from sunrise to sunset, abstaining from food, water, temptations, and wrongdoings, and instead focusing on worship and self-reflection. Muslims worldwide wake up ...

Iftar is the name of the meal that Muslims eat to break their fast. They typically start by eating dates with milk or water, and then move onto a larger meal. This event is meant to be shared with ...

As the holy month of Ramadan unfolds, each day brings a renewed opportunity for reflection, gratitude, and meaningful ...

Ahmad Ayyad was standing behind the counter of his coffee shop in Arlington, Virginia, trying to quickly finish a steak salad. Most of the year, he says, he thrives on the predictability of things ...