As observant Muslims across the globe prepare for the start of Ramadan, many are watching the sky for the crescent moon that signals the holy month’s beginning. This year, Ramadan is expected to start on Feb. 18 or 19, 2026, depending on the sighting of the new moon. That sighting determines when the daily fasts…
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What makes Lent 2026 so rare and why it matters this week
Courtesy:amplitudy-great from pixabay Ash Wednesday, which falls on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, marks the official beginning of the Christian season of Lent. This annual 40-day period is dedicated to reflection, fasting, prayer, and acts of charity, preparing believers for Easter Sunday, observed this year on April 5. The timing of Ash Wednesday changes every year…