Also known as the Hijri calendar, the Islamic calendar is based on the cycles of the moon, unlike the more widely used Gregorian calendar, which is based on the sun. The lunar calendar is used ...

The Islamic New Year is based on the lunar calendar, while the Gregorian calendar is based on the solar year. The Islamic New Year, also known as the Hijri New Year, marks the beginning of Muharram.

Thanks to the updated UAE public holiday law introduced in 2025, we know the number of official days off is locked in at a ...

This is due to the fact that the Islamic Hijri calendar is based on lunar cycles, while the Gregorian calendar marks the Earth’s passage around the sun. The disparity between the two calendars ...

Eid-al-Fitr is a celebration of brotherhood and selflessness after the month-long mandatory fasting. Believers all over the ...

As Ramadan draws to an end, nearly 2 billion Muslims worldwide eagerly anticipate Eid al-Fitr, a festival symbolizing the conclusion of their month-long fasting period. This article explores the ...

The Eid Al Fitr start date 2025 has been officially announced by the UAE government, here's exactly how much time off we'll ...

What are the UAE public holiday dates 2026? The predicted dates off work to mark in your calendar, including Eid Al Fitr, ...