A new show—complete with glorious Rembrandts—explores how the hero of the Purim story became an icon of the Netherlands’ fight for independence in the 17th century.

Our latest crossword celebrates the women of Purim who, over the millennia, have come to symbolize female empowerment.

Starting on October 7, ordinary citizens rushed to assist their country in its time of need. For those in the food world, efforts often congregated around the kitchen.

As Esther did with Haman, Jewish women today must again call evil by its name and refuse to be erased or exploited. By anyone. 

Measured in masks that signify great challenge and our ability to rise to the occasion, we have now had a year of Purim.

What foods naturally take the shape of a triangle? A slice of pizza or watermelon—and luscious, fruit-filled turnovers.

In the era of #MeToo, should we now question why Mordechai is often extolled as the Purim story’s hero rather than an enabler of abuse?

In light of the #MeToo movement, Purim is an important moment for the Jewish community to ask: Are we doing enough to protect girls and women?