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Jewish Light Exclusive: Natan Sharansky remains optimistic about Israel-Diaspora
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Kneading a need – proceeds from challah bake to support programs benefitting children with cancer
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Sunrise DC apologizes ‘unequivocally’ for singling out Jewish groups but still denounces Zionism
Sunrise DC apologizes ‘unequivocally’ for singling out Jewish groups but still denounces Zionism
Neo-Nazi group hangs ‘Vax the Jews’ banner in Austin, Texas just a few blocks from JCC and synagogues
Neo-Nazi group hangs ‘Vax the Jews’ banner in Austin, Texas just a few blocks from JCC and synagogues
Israel designates 6 Palestinian rights groups as terrorist organizations, irking US and infuriating human rights orgs
Israel designates 6 Palestinian rights groups as terrorist organizations, irking US and infuriating human rights orgs
Can we just celebrate the fact that today’s biggest movie star is a Jew?
Can we just celebrate the fact that today’s biggest movie star is a Jew?
Lev Parnas, a former associate of Rudy Giuliani, is convicted on six counts related to campaign finance violations
Lev Parnas, a former associate of Rudy Giuliani, is convicted on six counts related to campaign finance violations

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