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Manama, Bahrain - Bahrain's leading Shiite opposition group on Monday warned of possible unrest surrounding the verdict in the case of 19 youths accused of a 2008 bomb attack that killed a policeman. "We don't want to see security deteriorate before or after the hearing, and we don't want to have new victims, opening the door for a security crisis that benefits no one," Sheikh Ali Salman, secretary general of the Al Wefaq Islamic Society said. Hamad Town, Bahrain - Several cars were damaged when an apparently homemade bomb exploded in a suburb of Hamad Town, south of the Bahraini capital Manama, early on Tuesday. The blast, in which no injuries were reported, was the latest in a series of violent incidences after more than 20 opposition figures and some 200 supporters were arrested on August 13. All those detained are Shiites, who have openly called for a boycott of next month elections and refuse to recognize the country's constitution that was adopted in 20...

What is Eid During the month of Ramadan , Muslims observe a strict fast and participate in pious activities such as charitable giving and peace-making. It is a time of intense spiritual renewal for those who observe it. At the end of Ramadan, Muslims throughout the world observe a joyous three-day celebration called Eid al - Fitr (the Festival of Fast-Breaking). Answer: Eid al - Fitr falls on the first day of Shawwal , the month which follows Ramadan in the Islamic calendar. It is a time to give in charity to those in need, and celebrate with family and friends the completion of a month of blessings and joy. Before the day of Eid , during the last few days of Ramadan, each Muslim family gives a determined amount as a donation to the poor. This donation is of actual food -- rice, barley, dates, rice, etc. -- to ensure that the needy can have a holiday meal and participate in the celebration. This donation is known as sadaqah al - fitr (charity of fast-breaking). On the day of Eid ...