Gov’t adjusts working hours for Muslim employees during Ramadan

Ramadan’s phases of mercy, forgiveness and salvation

My, how time flies – we are already on the eighth day of Ramadan, with only 22 days left to embrace its blessings and maximise its rewards. Ramadan is divided into three ten-day phases, much like the ...

Gov’t adjusts working hours for Muslim employees during Ramadan

In observance of Ramadan, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) announced on Friday, March 7, a modification to the official working hours for Muslim government workers.The adjusted work hour schedule will run from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., eliminating the usual noon break.The CSC assured that the two-hour difference will not be considered under time. This change will apply throughout the duration of the fasting season.Also, on Fridays, Muslim govern…

Lamine Yamal receives Ramadan exemption for Barcelona matches - Football Insomnia

Currently the holiest celebration in the Islamic calendar is taking place with Ramadan lasting from the end of February to the end of March. One of the key traditions is fasting, where between sunrise and sundown, Muslims avoid food and drink. Of course this has an impact on footballers too. For Lamine Yamal, it is his first Ramadan actively participating in the fast. Barcelona have put him on a special diet and adjusted his nutrition to suit th…

Commentary | Margaret Robbins: The propaganda machine of Israel

Ramadan has begun around the world as well as here in our own community. It is a month of fasting, goodwill, kindness, charity and religious rituals. Seeing Ramadan wishes above certain meats at the Brattleboro Food Co-op extended a feeling…

9 Ways To Stay Motivated At Work During Ramadan

With a handful of alterations to your priorities and behaviours, you can make the most of your month while ensuring productivity at work.

Olayinka Solomon recounts how she almost lost her life while fasting during pregnant

GistReel Nollywood actress Olayinka Solomon has triggered reactions after revealing how she almost died after she engaged in fasting while pregnant. Muslims started their yearly fasting (Ramadan) not too long ago. Many Muslims have shared their fasting experiences online. One of the people who has shared their fasting experience is actress Olayinka Solomon. The actress who welcomed her second child recently recounted how she almost lost her life…