Purim

A Purim cookie goes viral in Israel, ‘Khamenei’s ears’ replaces ‘Haman’s ears’

Hamantaschen are the triangular Purim pastries traditionally associated with the villain of the Book of Esther. The plot takes place in ancient Persia, what is known as today's Iran.

"Khamenei ears" or "Oznei Khamenei"
Israelis take cover in Tel Aviv as a siren sounds warning of incoming ballistic missiles fired from Iran toward Israel, March 1, 2026; illustrative.

Megillah in the Miklat: Tel Aviv moves Purim underground as Operation Roaring Lion rages

Chess

The Purim-inspired chess technique that confuses my rivals - opinion

 Purim celebrates the grape in a nod to the Persian wine parties.

Purim isn’t Jewish Halloween - it’s a theology of wine and redemption - opinion


Purim, Persia, Tehran: How we fight those who would erase our memory - editorial

This year, Shabbat Zachor frames the chaos. The Torah demands that Jews recognize the pattern, protect the vulnerable, and refuse to forget who they are.

Israeli Air Force fighter pilots prepare to strike Iran, February 28, 2026

On Purim, Jewish tradition tells us to give to anyone who asks, no questions required - opinion

On the day we wear masks, we are commanded not to look away. This Purim, when a hand reaches out, give. Start with something that feels like too much.

Purim is a time when giving tzedakah freely is encouraged.

Miracle cookies that need no costume

Brilliant, mischievous and completely carnival-like: 19 outstanding hamantaschen for Purim 2026.

Lupin

Food news: What’s new for Purim?

On the holiday that celebrates sweetness, an especially sweet mishloah manot arrives.

Gluten-Free Mishloah Manot, Elite

Your Investments: Personal and financial intensity

In synagogue a few days ago, while waiting for the evening prayer to start, we got into a discussion about Mishloah Manot (giving food to friends and family). 

New Israeli Shekel bills are seen in front of an upwards-trending graph (illustration)

Food news: Purim is approaching

Joy exactly as the scroll intended: The Purim surprise machine.

Purim Sweetbox, Osem And Sweetweet

My Word: Tucker Carlson’s powerful ignorance - opinion

Last week's visit to Israel by radical right-wing podcaster Tucker Carlson was so peculiar it almost parodied itself.

Tucker Carlson during a visit to Israel.

Purim on the chains: The Ninja Turtles in kids’ meals and chocolate milk in costume

Burger King is launching collectible characters from the successful series, and Yotvata is releasing a festive edition of chocolate milk, banana and banana punch bottles.

Kids’ meal with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toys at Burger King

An educational psychologist reveals: What your child’s costume says about them

This year, many children choose costumes like monsters or soldiers; it reflects their need for protection and a sense of power, not just play.

Costumes that convey power, immunity or even defiance

S’mores, an XL version and even asado: A hamantaschen treat at the selected chains

From Belgian chocolate with colorful candies to chicken shawarma and market spices – hamantaschen 2026 offer everything you could imagine, and also everything you couldn’t.

Mimi's hamantaschen