In this new QTip episode, we're going to talk about the Crescent Sighting Committee (Moon Sighting Committee) and how they decide the start and end of the Holy Month of Ramadan! You'll also find out the answers to: 'Why does a moon-sighting committee announce the start of Ramadan?' and 'How is the Ramadan crescent moon sighted?'

For more Ramadan-related content in Qatar, visit www.ramadan.qa!

Don't forget to key in your episode suggestions in the comment section below! Who knows, Mr. Q or the Qatari Guy might do something out of it.

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To find out more about Ramadan, check out these previous QTip episodes: Learn about Ramadan through #QTips!

Or you can read these articles:

• A Non-Muslim's Guide to Ramadan Etiquettes in Qatar
• Everything you wanted to know about Ramadan but was too afraid to ask!

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