Ramadan observances in the United States will be significantly impacted this year as Daylight Saving Time shifts the daily fasting schedule by an hour, disrupting routines for millions of American Muslims, according to Time. The religious holiday, which began around February 17th and runs through mid-March, will see its rhythm of fasting altered when clocks spring forward on March 8th.
The shift necessitates careful planning, as highlighted by Lubna Turaani, a 26-year-old nurse and student in Virginia, who has been strategizing for weeks to adjust her schedule. She told Time that she planned to temporarily cancel her gym membership and map out her meals to accommodate the change. This meticulous preparation reflects the efforts of many American Muslims.
Meanwhile, celebrations for the Lunar New Year, ushering in the Year of the Fire Horse, were observed globally, according to multiple news sources. Across Asia and in diaspora communities, people participated in temple visits, fireworks displays, and cultural performances, as reported by Al Jazeera. The festivities, which mark a transition in the Chinese zodiac, included modern elements such as humanoid robots featured in the annual CCTV Spring Festival gala, as noted by ABC News. Moscow and Argentina also hosted their own celebrations, Al Jazeera reported.
In other news, communities are rallying in the face of challenges. Vox reported on the deep roots of mutual aid, highlighting how neighbors are helping each other.
Additionally, Vox explored the lessons American democracy can learn from 1930s Finland. During that time, a radical conservative faction, the Lapua movement, almost pushed Finland into authoritarianism. The group sought to overthrow the republic and install an authoritarian government, according to Vox.
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