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How this Ramadan’s conflicting league rules sparked debates on fasting for Muslim footballers

In March this year, Premier League and English referees were asked to allow Muslim players to break their fast during matches over Ramadan. This year’s holy month of Ramadan has…

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Your everyday guide for iftar timings in Qatar during Ramadan

Qatar began its observance of Ramadan on Wednesday night, marking the first day of fasting on Thursday. Millions of Muslims around the world are fasting from dawn until sunset as…

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Elderly with stable health condition can fast though must follow advice: HMC expert

Frequent questions often arise during Ramadan, with concerned families asking whether the elderly can fast. Seniors with stable health conditions can fast during Ramadan if they adhere to medical recommendations…

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Child’s health is key in determining ability to fast: HMC expert

If you are getting your little ones accustomed to fasting during the holy month, this medical advice is key in ensuring their utmost health. The health status of children under…

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Liver patients in ‘stable conditions’ can fast during Ramadan: HMC expert

The expert cautioned against fasting for those with severe liver diseases. Most liver patients in stable conditions can fast during Ramadan without possible complications, an expert at Hamad Medical Corporation…

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Qatar launches new health app and website for Ramadan

The new service provides information and guidance on health and solutions for all common problems during the holy month of Ramadan. Hamad Medical Corporation has launched a new Ramadan Health…

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A sweet Eid: Desserts to celebrate the end of Ramadan from around the region

As the holy fasting month of Ramadan comes to an end, Muslims around the region indulge in traditional desserts for Eid Al-Fitr. The first day after the holy month of…

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Qatar seeks to put food on table for 1.6 million fasting people worldwide

Meals have already been given to vulnerable communities, including Syrian refugees and Turkish families with limited income. Qatar Charity [QC] is seeking to distribute iftar [breakfast] food to more than…

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Qatar confirms Ramadan to commence on Tuesday

The Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) confirmed Ramadan will start on Tuesday. The Crescent Sighting Committee at Qatar’s Ministry of Endowments and Islamic Affairs (Awqaf) confirmed the crescent…

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