This weekend begins the month-long observance of Ramadan. In Houston, a month of events and celebrations are part of the religious and cultural observance for the city’s Muslim population, the largest in Texas.

Ramadan comes at a time of massive change for many Muslims, including those in Gaza and Syria.

Muslims in Texas, along with millions of other muslims across the world will prepare for a month of fasting, spirituality and reflection for Ramadan.

The holiest month of the Islamic calendar, Ramadan, begins soon. Here's what you need to know, why Muslims fast, and what it all means.

Ramadan starts soon, a holy month of fasting in Islam. When does it begin and end? How is it celebrated in Muslim communities.