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Halton Muslims Welcome Ramadan with Family Gatherings, Mosque Iftars

In the holy month of fasting, prayers, and self-reflection, the Muslim community in Halton, Ontario, welcomed Ramadan with special family gatherings and mosque iftars. “We open the door for everyone…

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Easing Fasting for Your Kids in Ramadan – Try These Steps

Though fasting until puberty is not obligatory in Islam, many children wish to fast during Ramadan.   If you are planning to make your children fast for the first time this Ramadan,…

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Dearborn to Host Ramadan Family-Friendly Nights

To celebrate the holy month of Ramadan, the city of Dearborn and the West Dearborn Downtown Development Authority are teaming up to host Ramadan festivities this year. “Ramadan Nights in…

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6 Best Tips to Inspire Children to Love Ramadan

Ramadan is the most wonderful time of the year. BUT is it for our kids? As parents, are we putting enough effort into instilling love for Ramadan for our kids? The reality…

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12 Tips to Prepare Your Kitchen for Ramadan

Every day in Ramadan is a challenge for Muslim wives, especially those who get preoccupied with how to prepare their kitchens so that cooking Iftar becomes an easy mission for them. However, it is somehow…

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The Ultimate Ramadan Wish List

“This Ramadan, I will improve my prayers. I will ensure I pray on time, at the top of the hour. I will fast without complaining and prepare simple meals for…

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Tips to Get Your Kids Ready for Ramadan

Ramadan is always a very special time for Muslims all over the globe. It’s a time for getting closer to our Creator, for spiritual healing, for seeking forgiveness, and Allah’s…

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Muslim Female Football Coach Honored with Community Hero Award

An inspiring female Muslim football coach who has transformed the lives of hundreds of youngsters in Birmingham through sport has been crowned with the TSB Community Hero award at the…

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Why You Should Be Decking the Halls For Ramadan

Muslims in the US enthusiastically pull out their stored Rubbermaid tubs marked “Ramadan/Eid,” packed with strings of paper lanterns, electric lights, and glass ornaments they bought.   Others find this…

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Sports: “Barriers Still Holding Back Muslim Women”

The lack of women-only spaces or facilities and modest sports attire, or the potential of encountering any discrimination are some of the reasons behind slow progress on removing barriers that…