The sighting of the new moon marks the end of fasting during Ramadan. South Asian Muslim communities gather all over New York City, including in Jackson Heights, to celebrate Chand Raat, night of the moon.
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UConn’s Adama Sanogo Is Fasting for Ramadan and Leading His Team
The New York Times – Sports:Sanogo, a 6-foot-9 forward, couldn’t eat before either of Connecticut’s last two N.C.A.A. tournament games, but against Gonzaga, he powered up at halftime.