This weekend, children throughout North America will dress in costumes and collect candy as part of the Halloween festival. How should Muslims view this holiday? What are the ... Read More

A leading Muslim American coalition has issued a qualified endorsement of Senator John Kerry for the 2004 U.S. Presidential Election. Their encouragement of a "protest vote" against Bush may sway ... Read More

During Ramadan, special evening prayers are conducted during which long portions of the Qur'an are recited. These special prayers are known as taraweeh. Learn more about these prayers, ... Read More

The Saudi newspaper, "Arab News," gives good advice about eating suhoor in the morning, how to break the fast, and how to use one's time to the greatest benefit during ... Read More

During Ramadan, Muslims are especially encouraged to complete a reading of the Qur'an in full. Many internet resources will help you accomplish this task. Here are some links ... Read More

If you're not sure about what time you're supposed to start and end the fast in your location, check here for prayer and fasting times around the world.

Based on a moon-sighting in Texas on Thursday evening, most of North America will begin the Ramadan fast on Friday. Most of the rest of the world will also ... Read More

Ramadan Kareem! In most parts of Asia, Africa and the Middle East, Friday will be the first day of fasting. Ramadan dates have not yet been announced in ... Read More

Astronomers believe that the hilal (crescent moon) will be visible in most of the world on Friday evening, making Saturday the first day of fasting. But in some other ... Read More

Ramadan is about to begin! Find out more about this special month and the traditions surrounding its observance.