A new TV series airing for the holy month of Ramadan is stoking sectarian tensions in the Middle East with the story of a divisive figure in Islamic history who is revered by Sunni Muslims but reviled by many Shiites. The series, “Muawiya,” tells the story of Muawiya ibn Abi Sufyan, a major figure in … Read more
As the minutes ticked closer to sundown, the crowd grew more impatient, pressing against the glass display case, shouting and shoving bills toward the young men filling order after order of the Ramadan sweet bread. “If you please—” “What is this stuffed with?” “Sir, take my money!” “Just be patient!” The high-pressure volley of queries, … Read more
Two sisters from Dearborn Heights, Michigan, are on a mission to teach other kids about Ramadan through reading. Manessa Issa, 9, and her sister Madina, 7, are both published authors. Manessa created the title of her book, “My First Ramadan.” “It’s about my journey through fasting, and my first Ramadan,” Manessa said. She decided to … Read more