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Ramadan

Ramadan
Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, which lasts 29 or 30 days. It is the Islamic month of fasting, in which participating Muslims refrain from eating and drinking during daylight hours and is intended to teach Muslims about patience, spirituality, humility and submissiveness to God.
People carry their belongings as they arrive for a free bus trip to their hometowns organised by the Jakarta provincial government in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Tuesday. Photo: AP
Indonesia

Half of Indonesia is travelling for Eid as US$100 oil threatens state finances

A US$100 oil shock is ballooning fuel subsidies towards a deficit cap breach.

US, Israel war on Iran

Mystery surrounds health and whereabouts of Iran’s new supreme leader

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Malaysia

1 holy month, 1 year’s income: Malaysia’s Ramadan bazaar boom

Middle East

Video | Middle East conflict disrupts global pilgrimages

Many flights to the region have been cancelled amid continuing air strikes.

Pilgrims circle Kaaba as they perform Tawaf at the Grand Mosque, ahead of the annual haj pilgrimage, in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, June 11, 2024. REUTERS/Mohammed Torokman TPX IMAGES OF THE DAYas
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Lunar New Year

Letters | As we celebrate the Lunar New Year, let’s ensure we do better by horses

Readers discuss the exploitation of equine animals, the spirit of Ramadan in Hong Kong, and why members of the ethnic minority community should master Chinese.

Indonesia

Can Indonesia’s US$762 million Ramadan stimulus boost spending and growth?

The package, which includes fare cuts and food handouts, is meant to keep people travelling and shopping, and help shore up early-growth momentum.

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Hong Kong tourism

Letters | Halal seafood districts and other ideas for boosting Hong Kong tourism

Readers discuss ideas for creating a distinct brand of halal tourism, how China can play serious hardball on rare earths, and the US president’s deal-making.

A view of restaurant signs and boats at Lei Yue Mun on September 22. Given that seafood is generally considered halal, there exists a unique opportunity to promote areas like Lei Yue Mun and Sai Kung as halal seafood districts. Photo: Sam Tsang
Myanmar

Video | Indonesian Muslims mark Eid amid economic worries

As Muslims worldwide celebrate Eid ul-Fitr, the festivities in some corners of Asia have been tempered by political, economic and humanitarian concerns 

Indonesia

Eid celebrations in Indonesia and India face economic and political challenges

Eid ul-Fitr in Indonesia sees subdued celebrations due to soaring prices and economic strain, while Indian Muslims face political challenges amid festivities.

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Israel-Gaza war

Netanyahu offers Hamas leaders Gaza exit but demands group disarm

Israeli leader says his country is working towards a plan proposed by US President Donald Trump to displace Gazans to other countries.

Fighters of the Islamic Jihad and Ezz al-Din Al-Qassam brigades, the military wing of Hamas, during the handover of three Israeli hostages in February. File photo: Abed Rahim Khatib/dpa
Malaysia

Slap heard around Malaysia: viral Ramadan altercation sparks memes, debate

Social media users are poking fun at the absurdity of the viral video of an elderly Malay man confronting a non-Muslim for not fasting.

Verdi Kornelis Omjai posts a photo of himself eating with his identity card on the table to prove he isn’t Malay on social media. Photo: Facebook/Verdi Kornelis Omjai
Malaysia

Fast fashion: food waste from Malaysian Ramadan bazaars hits the runway

A food waste-reduction group collected over 46,000kg of unsold food over the first two weeks of Ramadan this year, but said the actual wastage was likely to be much higher.

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Malaysia

Malaysian retiree claims trial to slapping non-Muslim for not fasting in Ramadan

The 65-year-old initially pleaded guilty but contested some of facts so the judge rejected his plea.

Israel-Gaza war

Netanyahu says strikes on Gaza that killed hundreds are ‘only the beginning’

Israeli strikes killed more than 400 and shattered months of relative calm in Gaza since ceasefire began.

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A Palestinian man weeps next to a truck carrying the bodies of the victims of overnight Israeli strikes in northern Gaza on Tuesday. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

‘Provocation’: Malaysians angry after non-Muslim assaulted for eating during Ramadan

The victim claimed the assailant slapped him several times after he refused to show his identity card to prove he was not a Muslim.

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Screengrab from Elijah’s social-media video showing his encounter with an elderly man in a black robe. Photo: X/bingbing656
Malaysia

Sugar highs and waistline woes: in Malaysia, a Ramadan reality check

Sugar-laden delights have become an integral part of many diets in one of Asia’s most obese nations, despite the growing health risks.

Religion in China

China Islamic group rebrands as Beijing tightens grip on religions

Semi-official group drops logo and Islamic symbols from website and social media account, a move that may risk alienating ordinary Muslims.

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Malaysia

Japanese ex-adult film star raises eyebrows as ‘Muslim convert’ in Malaysia

While many Malaysian online users praised her newfound faith, others questioned if she was really sincere or just producing content.

Japanese former adult film star Rae Lil Black has drawn both praise for her apparent embrace of Islam and scepticism over her past. Photos: Instagram / Facebook / Rae Lil Black
Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong could do more to match global momentum during Ramadan

Readers discuss the city’s efforts to become Muslim-friendly, Cathay Pacific’s business class seats, and the proposal to legalise basketball betting.

Malaysia

Doctors warn of hidden perils of Malaysia’s sweet tooth during Ramadan

Food content creators have drawn criticism for sharing sugar-laden drink recipes to break the fast, amid warnings of links to diabetes and obesity.

Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong halal bazaar? New attractions among ideas to lure more Muslim visitors

City’s halal tourism drive sees hotels and restaurants making adjustments to seek Muslim friendly status.

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Chief Imam of Hong Kong Mufti Muhammad Arshad at the Ramadan Iftar dinner at The Mira in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Indonesia

Job losses, rising food prices threaten Indonesians’ Ramadan spending spree

Eid-related incentives may not be enough to boost people’s purchasing power amid the economic slowdown, analysts warn.

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Muslims break their fast during the first day of the holy month of Ramadan at the Istiqlal mosque in Jakarta, Indonesia, on Sunday. Photo: EPA-EFE
Pakistan

Video | In Pakistan, high prices overshadow start of Ramadan

Consumers have complained about high prices and low-quality produce.

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Israel-Gaza war

Netanyahu thanks Trump for weapons to ‘finish the job’ against Iran axis

Israeli prime minister says Trump ‘is the greatest friend that Israel has ever had in the White House’.

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Israel-Gaza war

Israel blocks aid into Gaza as ceasefire stand-off escalates

The proposal, which Hamas has yet to accept, seeks the release of half the remaining hostages on the day the deal comes into effect.

Palestinians pray amid the rubble in Rafah, in the southern Gaza Strip, on Saturday, during the holy fasting month of Ramadan. Photo: Reuters
Africa

Sudan civil war: famine and inflation eclipse Ramadan

The war has killed tens of thousands of people, displaced more than 12 million and cut off crucial supply routes across the country.

Displaced Sudanese, who fled the Zamzam camp, gather near the town of Tawila in North Darfur on February 14. Photo: AFP
Malaysia

Ramadan price gougers put on notice in Malaysia as holy month looms

Licences to operate stalls at food bazaars are now auctioned directly to those ‘genuinely keen to trade’, thereby cutting out middlemen.

NBA

Meet NBA star Dennis Schröder, critic of the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade

Schröder began his career in Germany, joined the Atlanta Hawks in 2013, then featured in numerous NBA deals; he’s married to his high-school sweetheart, with whom he has three children.

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