Ramadan in Cairo blends the old and the new NPR | By Aya Batrawy Published February 16, 2026 at 2:15 PM PST Facebook Email Listen • 4:27 The world's Muslims are preparing for the holy month of Ramadan, a time of fasting and prayer. In Cairo, that means shopping for gifts and buying decorations to get into the spirit of the holy month. Copyright 2026 NPR