Tag: Iftar

The Christmas-izing of Ramadan and Eid

Recognizing our likenesses even in superficial traditions can chip away at the sense of “otherness” that prevents connection. With...

Islam 101: Eid for Beginners

Learn the ropes of how to live in a Muslim country. Laurie goes over the 101 of Eid, Ramadan and some Muslim holiday rituals that might baffle the average westerner.

Fasting Pregnant Women During Ramadan Give Birth to Smaller Babies

Do pregnant women who are fasting during the Holy Islamic month of Ramadan have a greater chance of experiencing...

Middle East’s Olympians Exempted from Ramadan Fasting

Islamic scholars decree that Muslims athletes participating in the Olympic games are exempted from fasting. Throughout Ramadan, Muslims must refrain...

Traffic Accidents Increase in the UAE During Ramadan

Police say Ramadan and Bad Driving Habits to Blame As the sun starts to go down after the blistering heat...

Fasting Jordanians Eat $700 Million Worth of Food During Ramadan

It’s counter-intuitive, but food consumption soars during the month of Ramadan fasting. Jordanian households spent nearly $150 million on food...

Hot and Hungry Saudis Protest Ramadan Power Outages

A silly argument breaks out in the street? Ramadan. A customs control officer falls asleep while processing passports at...

5 ways to uplift and green your Ramadan Iftar (fast)

From vegetarian recipes to cutting out plastic, Arwa puts together a Green Iftar Guide to make your Ramadan a...