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Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and is observed by Muslims worldwide, who fast daily, then celebrate and pray with their families.

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May 24, 2023

Tariq Ramadan acquitted in Swiss sex abuse trial

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A crutch is seen lying amid countless shoes in the aftermath of a deadly crush at a charity event in Yemen.

Yemen: Deadly stampede during charity distribution

Yemen: Deadly stampede during charity distribution

The crush happened when hundreds gathered at a charity event. This report contains images viewers may find distressing.
CatastropheApril 20, 202301:21 min
DW Eco Africa | DYB Ramadan

Sharing Ramadan meals in sustainable packaging

Sharing Ramadan meals in sustainable packaging

Fast-breaking meals distributed to the needy during Ramadan are served in environmentally-friendly containers.
InnovationApril 17, 202302:24 min
Handoko Wibowo, an Indonesian Christian who is helping farmers on legal matters

Indonesian gay Christian embraces Java Muslims

Indonesian gay Christian embraces Java Muslims

He helps thousands of low-income farmers and the Muslim community gather at his house to break the fast during Ramadan.
SocietyApril 17, 202303:50 min
People leave after collecting free bags of flour from a government distribution point

Pakistan: Inflation dampens Ramadan spirit

Pakistan: Inflation dampens Ramadan spirit

The fasting month of Ramadan has hit Pakistanis particularly hard this year amid record inflation and tightened budgets.
SocietyApril 11, 2023
Osterbrunnen in Schechingen

Religious holidays

Religious holidays

Three important religious holidays are being observed: Easter, Passover and the holy month of Ramadan.
ReligionApril 7, 2023
People visit Qishla building after iftar meal during Ramadan in Baghdad

Middle East: Why are Ramadan TV specials so controversial?

Middle East: Why are Ramadan TV specials so controversial?

Every year, some of the new TV series released during Ramadan cause controversy. Media analysts say they know why.
CultureMarch 31, 2023
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Saudi Arabia's new Kaaba-style commercial cube in Riyadh

Saudi Arabia rebranding, as Ramadan 2023 approaches

New national holidays and a strict new set of Ramadan rules point toward a national identity less anchored to religion.
PoliticsMarch 10, 2023