Until I watched the movie “Sister Cabrini,” I never thought a story could capture the issues of humanity and immigration so well as to rank among the best movies I have watched in my lifetime. The movie is the true story of a girl, Cabrini, living in the 19th century with poor health, envisioning missionary work to open orphanages, hospitals, and accommodations for the poor world-wide, long before anyone thought of social services.
Read MoreWhen spring cleaning this year, take a little time to do some internal decluttering. Our minds, like our homes, become cluttered without regular scrutiny. Spring, with its fresh air and rising temperatures, is a great time to do some self-evaluation.
Read MoreBeing content (or not) is all about emotions. Emotionally sensitive people react to events quickly and with intense feeling. They have difficulty in getting their emotional reactions to go away. Finding ways to manage emotions effectively can minimize the non-physical pain they experience.
Read MoreBased on my personal experience, I highly recommend that new parents who are fluent in Chaldean and/or Arabic use these languages when speaking to their young infants, babies, and kids. My wife and I have two kids. When they were young, we questioned whether to speak with them in Arabic (my wife does not speak Chaldean).
Read MoreThis March issue is all about the pursuit of excellence in sports, education, professional work – virtually all walks of life. Chaldean culture calls for distinction, for brilliance and superiority. It is what we have come to expect from the community.
Read MoreIn my first article published in October 2023, I wrote about dating as a Chaldean in America and discussed how dating has evolved from the village days until now. At the time, I was single and ready to use new methods offered by our community to find a suitable partner, like speed dating or personalized matchmaking. Less than a month after the article was published, however, I found that special person and committed myself to a relationship with her.
Read MoreBy Mena Hannakachl Redefining what it means to be a “progressive Chaldean” is long overdue. I respect the reasons why Chaldeans lean toward the right, especially considering the history of fighting to preserve the culture’s identity, religion, and language. I understand the challenges of keeping our traditions, beliefs, and behaviors alive amidst other communities.
Read MoreBy Samir Jamil, MD Recently, I attended my first silent retreat sponsored by the Eastern Catholic Re-Evangelization Center (ECRC). From the start, I felt that I did not belong to this crowd of mostly young devotees, especially after I noticed how much more spiritual they were. What I hoped for by attending this retreat was a true self-examination and to inch closer to God the Creator.
Read MoreBy Sarah Kittle. February is officially cuddle month, when frosty weather and frigid temperatures keep us confined to the great indoors. On the other hand, it is also a great date month, with Valentine’s Day smack dab in the middle. Lucky for you, dear reader, we have supplied some fantastic ideas for dating in Detroit—there are so many places to go, some that may even be new to you!
Read MoreBy Dr. Rena Daiza As the holiday season ends, days get shorter and the temperatures drop, it’s not uncommon for some of us to feel like bears contemplating hibernation. The winter blues, also known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), might be nipping at your heels, but I’ve got the perfect arsenal of coping mechanisms to turn that frown upside down.
Read MoreIt is with immense pride and joy that I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you as we celebrate a remarkable milestone — the 20th anniversary of the Chaldean News. Two decades ago, we embarked on a journey to amplify the voices, stories, and achievements of the Chaldean community. Today, as we reflect on this incredible journey, we are filled with gratitude for the unwavering support and encouragement from our readers, contributors, and the community at large.
Read MoreI’ve been with the Chaldean News for going on four years, and the incredible growth I have seen in that time is nothing short of amazing. Chaldean community members are rising in the ranks of law enforcement, being appointed to positions of authority, affecting elections, creating business empires, and then turning around with a hand offered to help those that come after them. It is inspiring and uplifting to witness; I can only imagine the pride felt by those involved.
Read MoreSeptember 2023 marked a profound pilgrimage for me – a journey back to the cradle of my heritage, the Nineveh Plain in Iraq; particularly to Tel Keppe, the village where my family, the Karana family, has its roots in the Shangu district. This trip was a reconnection with the land that has shaped the identity of our people for generations.
Read MoreOur Chaldean community has been blessed with opportunities to immigrate to the U.S. since the early 20th century. The first to arrive did so via Ellis Island, like many other immigrants at the time. Later, our community utilized both the family unification provisions of the immigration law, as well as U.S. laws allowing refugees and asylees to relocate here; however, there are other options under our immigration laws available both to individuals who wish to immigrate as well as to Chaldean employers who need employees in this labor-tight market.
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