It’s the holy month of Ramadan, when Muslims around the world dedicate 30 days to prayer and reflection by fasting from sunrise to sunset. KAZU’s Ngozi Cole recently visited with worshippers at the Islamic Society of Monterey County in Seaside as they broke the daily fast.
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