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The Muhammad Yaseen Ladies Tailoring shop in Dubai's Meena Bazaar. Antonie Robertson / The National

Dubai’s tailors work extra hours to stitch in time for Eid Al Fitr business boom

Vimto, a cordial drink that is high in sugar, is a traditional drink at iftar. Photo: Asmaa Al Hameli / The National

Why we want sugar and fried food during Ramadan

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Ramadan in Gaza through the eyes of Rama, 11

The United in Giving campaign is dishing out meals both domestically and internationally. Photo: Dubai Media Office

UAE Food Bank distributes 6.2 million meals during Ramadan

The Muhammad Yaseen Ladies Tailoring shop in Dubai's Meena Bazaar. Antonie Robertson / The National

Dubai’s tailors work extra hours to stitch in time for Eid Al Fitr business boom

Vimto, a cordial drink that is high in sugar, is a traditional drink at iftar. Photo: Asmaa Al Hameli / The National

Why we want sugar and fried food during Ramadan

gif for ramadan in gaza shorthand 2025

Ramadan in Gaza through the eyes of Rama, 11

The United in Giving campaign is dishing out meals both domestically and internationally. Photo: Dubai Media Office

UAE Food Bank distributes 6.2 million meals during Ramadan

The Muhammad Yaseen Ladies Tailoring shop in Dubai's Meena Bazaar. Antonie Robertson / The National

Dubai’s tailors work extra hours to stitch in time for Eid Al Fitr business boom

Vimto, a cordial drink that is high in sugar, is a traditional drink at iftar. Photo: Asmaa Al Hameli / The National

Why we want sugar and fried food during Ramadan

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One year on: 11-year-old Rama faces a Ramadan of loss and resilience in Gaza

As Ramadan returns, Rama Al Barqouni reflects on how life has changed amid continuing hardship and uncertainty

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Consumers look to hospitality to pick up pace in tackling food waste

Consumers look to hospitality to pick up pace in tackling food waste

Gaza soup kitchens continue work as aid halts and truce ends

Gaza soup kitchens continue work as aid halts and truce ends

Consumers look to hospitality to pick up pace in tackling food waste

Consumers look to hospitality to pick up pace in tackling food waste

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid receives Ramadan well-wishers in Dubai

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid receives Ramadan well-wishers in Dubai

The International Charity Organisation, established in Ajman in 1984, has launched a series of initiatives over Ramadan this year. Photo: ICO

International Charity Organisation supports 60,000 orphans over Ramadan

Initiatives helping orphans in UAE and abroad

Late night things to do during Ramadan in the UAE

UAE prayer and iftar times for Ramadan 2025

Ramadan 2025: Cultural events to attend in UAE during the holy month

Seven ways to wish someone a blessed Ramadan

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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court. Photo: Dubai Media Office

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid meets Sheikh Mansour for Ramadan prayer

UAE leaders discuss values of the holy month at Al Marmoom in Dubai

How abra captains on Dubai Creek break their fast with a quiet iftar

President Sheikh Mohamed met with teachers, students and school administrators to celebrate Ramadan. Hamad Al Kaabi / UAE Presidential Court

President Sheikh Mohamed receives teachers and pupils to celebrate Ramadan

UAE Ramadan dining rules have changed, but some courtesies remain

Meals are being issued at Ramadan tents and labour accommodation. Photo: Wam

Underprivileged families and workers in the UAE receive free iftar meals

From athletes to chefs, how people in different professions fast during Ramadan

Abu Dhabi Police's Ramadan cannon is a link to nation's past

Eid Al Fitr 2025 staycations in the UAE, from family-friendly to beach fun

Dubai mosques lit up for Ramadan to celebrate emirate's cultural heritage

Kuwaiti series Wuhoosh presents the stories of real life crimes. Photo: Shasha

Kuwaiti true crime series Wuhoosh tackles infamous Gulf incidents

Four stories are told in 10 episodes on the Shasha streaming service

Impressive Ramadan tents in the UAE, including Burj Al Arab's first

UAE Food Bank aims to deliver seven million meals during Ramadan

President Sheikh Mohamed presents Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid with historic award

How smaller plates and good planning curb food waste during holy month

Fasting athletes on maintaining their elite performance in Ramadan

Second season of Al Boom 'puts Emirati culture in international context'

The effects of fasting can improve mental clarity and self-discipline. Courtesy Madinat Jumeirah

How mental and emotional well-being can improve through fasting

Experts agree that discipline learned from fasting can transfer to and benefit other parts of life

Windsor Castle hosts its first open iftar

Gazans strive to spread joy of Ramadan in the ruins of war

UAE car deals for Ramadan 2025

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