It has been confirmed that Monday, May 6 will be the first day of Ramadan in the UAE.
An official moon-sighting committee met in Abu Dhabi on Sunday evening after Maghrib prayers to determine the start of the Holy Month.
Ramadan is the ninth month in the Islamic calendar (Hijri) when Muslims around the world fast from dawn to sunset.
The month will end (usually 29 or 30 days) when the next crescent moon is sighted, also marking the start of Eid Al Fitr.
Minor earthquake recorded south of Musandam
A mild earthquake measuring 4.6 on the Richter scale was recorded south of Musandam at 4:40 PM UAE time on Tuesday.
Dubai advances preparations for world’s largest museum conference
Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has met with key partners to review preparations for the 27th General Conference of the International Council of Museums — ICOM Dubai 2025.
UAE's Rashid Rover 2 heads to US for Moon mission prep
The Emirates Lunar Mission’s Rashid Rover 2 has completed its development and testing in the UAE and is now on its way to the United States for launch preparations.
UAE stands in solidarity with Afghanistan after deadly quake
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Afghanistan after a 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck Mazar-e Sharif city in the northern region, killing at least 20 people and leaving hundreds injured.
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