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The Islamic New Year, marking the start of 1447 AH, is expected to begin on the evening of June 25, 2025, commemorating the Hijra. This pivotal event signifies Prophet Muhammad's migration to Medina, ...

The first of Muharram marks the beginning of the new Islamic, or Hijra year. It also points to one of the most significant events in the Islamic history, i.e., the Hijra (Divinely ordained migration) ...

Dhul Hijjah, the final month of the Islamic calendar, is expected to begin May 28, 2025. The first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah are a significant time for prayer, repentance, and performing the Hajj ...

CAIRO (AP) — Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar; the month cycles through the seasons. CAIRO (AP) — Observant Muslims the world over will soon be united in a ritual of daily ...

Islamic communities determine when major celebrations and festivals such as Eid and Ramadan using a unique calendar. The current Islamic year of 1445-46 started back in July 2023 and will run until ...

Nearly 2 billion Muslims worldwide are preparing to observe the final month of the Islamic calendar, Dhul Hijjah. This spiritual month allows for the religious obligation of pilgrimage for Muslims and ...