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1. We asked Jewish teens of color what they wish other Jews understood

   Four young people share how they balance race, religion and culture — and why they're tired of having to prove they belong.

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2. Why Orthodox Jews are pushing back against permanent daylight saving time

   A House-backed bill that promises more evening light creates a challenge for  observant Jews who take part in early morning prayer.

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3. Inside America’s first prison synagogue, a new exhibit tells the story of Jewish inmates who built it

   Eastern State Penitentiary housed Al Capone — and Jewish convicts who prayed together starting in 1922.

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4. ADL and JCPA diverge over teachers union, exposing a divide over how to fight antisemitism

   One side favors confrontation. The other promotes collaboration.

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5. Mahmoud Khalil files lawsuit alleging Betar and Canary Mission ‘conspired’ with Trump administration against him

   The Columbia pro-Palestinian protest leader is still facing potential deportation.

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