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February 18, 2027

Ramadan leads today's complete edition for Iraq.

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Ramadan — World Calendar Day
World Calendar Day

Ramadan

In Indonesia, the world's largest Muslim-majority nation, Ramadan transforms the country. The pre-dawn meal (sahur) is eaten at 3 AM, the fast lasts until sunset, and the breaking of the fast (buka puasa) is a communal event. In Jakarta, the Ramadan markets (Pasar Ramadhan) sell kolak (banana and coconut compote), es buah (fruit ice), and dates by the kilogram. The traffic at 5 PM is the worst of the year, because everyone is rushing home to break the fast, and the patience is the best of the year, because everyone is hungry. . 2026: Mar 1. 2027: Feb 18.

Laylat al-Qadr — World Calendar Day
Regional/Cultural Day

Laylat al-Qadr

The 27th night of Ramadan, believed to be the night the Quran was first revealed. The mosques are full, the recitations continue until dawn, and the belief is that prayer on this night is worth 1,000 months of prayer. In Iraq, the night is especially observed in Karbala and Najaf, where the shrines are lit with thousands of lamps. . 2026: Mar 1. 2027: Feb 18.

Animals of Uzbekistan Day — World Calendar Day
Regional/Cultural Day

Animals of Uzbekistan Day

You encounter the majestic Bactrian camel, the snow leopard, and the Bukhara deer as iconic wildlife across Uzbekistan's diverse landscapes. You find that dogs and cats dominate as household pets, with rabbits and birds also commonly kept in homes. ACADA celebrates the world's pets, and helps assure better care.