Lunar New Year celebrations begin with the first new moon of the lunar calendar and end 15 days later on the first full moon.

Asian American communities around the U.S. will ring in the Year of the Snake with community carnivals, family gatherings, ...

Note: Moon phases in the calendar vary in size due to the distance ... agricultural, and natural observations about the Moon, aimed at allowing humans to not only predict seasonal changes, but ...

The Sultanate Council of Sokoto has directed the Muslim Ummah to look out for the new moon of Sha’aban 1446 AH on Wednesday, ...

Shab-E-Barat is a significant festival for Muslims, known as the Night of Forgiveness. The date is determined after the ...

We are now about a month away from Ramadan and experts have urged all countries to rely on verified sightings to keep the ...

Those observing the event must refrain from eating and drinking during daylight hours and instead focus on prayers, religious study and acts of charity ...

Dig out your brightest red clothing, it's time to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Though the holiday was officially observed on ...

Generally, the nights of and near the new moon – when the moon is not illuminated – are better for most stargazing experiences. Here are the dates of new moons this year.