February 18, 2026

China's Retired Seniors Chase Overseas Education to Fulfil Old Dreams

Chinese retirees are enrolling in short-term study programs overseas to fulfill lifelong dreams. This growing trend challenges China's education system to offer deeper learning, beyond easy hobby courses, for its large and rising senior population.

February 18, 2026

China's Retired Seniors Chase Overseas Education to Fulfil Old Dreams

Chinese retirees are enrolling in short-term study programs overseas to fulfill lifelong dreams. This growing trend challenges China's education system to offer deeper learning, beyond easy hobby courses, for its large and rising senior population.

February 18, 2026

Ramadan 1447 Begins February 18 in UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar after Moon Sighting

Ramadan 1447 officially starts on February 18, 2026, in UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar following confirmed crescent moon sightings. Fasting begins at dawn with special prayers and shortened work hours across UAE.

February 18, 2026

Ramadan 1447 Begins February 18 in UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar after Moon Sighting

Ramadan 1447 officially starts on February 18, 2026, in UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar following confirmed crescent moon sightings. Fasting begins at dawn with special prayers and shortened work hours across UAE.

February 18, 2026

Ramadan Begins in Palestine, Gulf Amid Gaza Crisis; Other Muslim States to Start Thursday

Ramadan started in Gaza and several Gulf countries on Wednesday amid food shortages and Israeli attacks. Other Muslim states including Egypt and Syria will begin fasting Thursday based on moon sightings and calculations.