Here is how Muslims around the world are preparing for Ramadan

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The Islamic holy month of Ramadan begins Sunday evening, with millions of Muslims around the world set to abstain from food, drink, smoking, and sex from sunrise to sunset until July 5. Here is a look at how people around the world are getting ready. Jeva Lange

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Jeva Lange
Jeva Lange

Jeva Lange was the executive editor at TheWeek.com. She formerly served as The Week's deputy editor and culture critic. She is also a contributor to Screen Slate, and her writing has appeared in The New York Daily News, The Awl, Vice, and Gothamist, among other publications. Jeva lives in New York City. Follow her on Twitter.