While growing up in Yemen, I was introduced to the practice of fasting, where all the families ‎will encourage their children ‎to fast. In my house, my parents gave me the option ‎to fast at seven, ...

In a rare conjunction, three major holidays of Judaism, Christianity and Islam occurred during the month of April. On April 15, Christians celebrated Good Friday, followed two days later by Easter. On ...

Muslims in Texas, along with millions of others around the world, have begun observing Ramadan, a month of fasting, spirituality, and reflection.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a time of fasting, reflection, prayer and community for Muslims.

Metro Detroit Muslims observe Ramadan fasting, and a Corewell Health doctor explains the physical and mental health benefits of the practice.

During Islam’s holiest month, three Detroit-area women talk about the many ways religion shapes their homes, identities and community.

A month of holy fasting for Muslims across the globe begins this week. Ramadan is one of the most significant dates in the Islamic calendar — a period of collective abstinence and reflection on faith.

Fasting is a ritual practiced by all religions. For Christians, it happens during Lent, the 40 days leading up to Easter when many abstain from eating foods of their choosing to emulate the time ...

Many in the Coachella Valley's small Muslim community gather at the area's lone mosque during Ramadan. A new mosque will open ...