ramadan

Eid al-Fitr: What is celebration about?

Muslims across the world celebrate Eid al-Fitr after the month-long fast of Ramadan comes to a close. On the day…

10 years ago

China bans Ramadan fasting in Xinjiang

Several government departments in Chinese region of Xinjiang have banned Muslim staff from fasting during the month of Ramadan. One…

10 years ago

US extends embassy closures for up to a week due to possible militant threat

The US has announced it will keep some of its embassies in north Africa and the Middle East closed for…

11 years ago

Your Weight in Gold: Dubai offers gold in return for weight loss to encourage healthier living

Authorities in Dubai are launching an initiative of offering gold in return for weight loss in an scheme to encourage healthier living.…

11 years ago

Arctic Ramadan fasting dilemma when sun never sets

Practicing Muslims across the world are observing Ramadan. For one month, they are fasting between sunrise and sunset. But what…

12 years ago