Founded in 1988 by Richie Abbo and with the recent addition of his son Cal, Elite Parking Solutions has grown its valet service business to hundreds of clients in the restaurant, country club, home party, and banquet space, with 120 employees in season. Revenue in 2024 was approximately $790,000.
Read MoreIn many ways, Northern Hotels Group’s story is a typical Chaldean business success tale: Work hard at a business, gain professional skills and education, bring those attributes back, and grow the business. George Jappaya, who was a hotel proprietor in Iraq, took a job as a janitor upon arriving in the United States because it was one of few jobs available to a non-English-speaking immigrant. Soon he bought a liquor store and then a hotel.
Read MoreMedia personalities, known for their work in television, radio or online platforms, often use their names, programs and chosen topics to connect with audiences, building strong personal brands and influence. One such figure is Kamal Yaldo, the presenter of Spotlight on Iraq.
Read MoreLogan Hamama has a message for young Chaldean basketball players dreaming of starting for their high school team—or even playing in college. “I’m very proud to be a Chaldean who started for one of the top five high school boys basketball programs in the state and will be playing college basketball,” he said.
Read MoreIf you’re someone who scrutinizes food labels for healthier choices, recent developments from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be of interest. The FDA has announced a plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic food dyes from the nation’s food supply by the end of 2026, citing health concerns associated with these additives.
Read MoreAuthor Jacob Bacall hosted a special book launch event on Thursday evening, May 15, at Shenandoah Country Club to celebrate his new book, Chaldean Catholic Church, co-written by Bishop Bawai Soro. The book celebrates the rich history and legacy of the Chaldean Catholic Church and marks Mother of God Church’s 75th anniversary.
Read MoreThe Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce (CACC) hosted its 22nd Annual Awards Dinner May 1, celebrating a year of business achievement, community leadership, and cultural pride. The event took place at Shenandoah Country Club, beginning at 6:00pm with a lively cocktail and hors d’oeuvres reception that welcomed hundreds of distinguished guests.
Read MoreOn May 9, 2025, the third annual Alqosh Old Market Festival took place under the patronage of the Parish of Mar Gewargis Church. The event drew wide participation from local residents as well as members of the diaspora who returned from abroad to celebrate their cultural roots.
Read MoreLamya Kory is a free spirit. She is curious, inquisitive, and open to adventure — breathing in each moment with a lust for life that fills the room. To enter Lamya’s home, is to be transported to a place of vibrant positivity and possibility. With no shortage of projects to pursue, she brings a unique energy to each of her many endeavors.
Read MoreAt first glance, Justin Odisho might look like just another YouTube creator—but a closer look reveals a self-made digital educator, entrepreneur, and pioneer in the creative tech space. With more than 1.08 million YouTube subscribers and over 100 million total views, Odisho has spent over a decade turning passion into profession—teaching people how to master photo and video editing software.
Read MoreThroughout the Chaldean Diocese, our youth are constantly being called to live out their faith and embrace it. As someone who grew up attending Chaldean youth groups and is now blessed to lead one, Journey to Sainthood, I have become a witness of the child-like boldness and confidence that our youth bring on their walk with Christ. Our youth approach their faith with a genuine hunger for growth in their spiritual lives. They are a reminder of the hope that continues to flourish within our Church and community.
Read MoreLike clockwork, every Easter season like the one we just celebrated, Christian communities around the world are reminded of the ultimate sacrifice Jesus Christ made to absolve humanity of its sins. This remembrance lives on through traditions that stretch across centuries: fasting through Lent, folding palm crosses on Palm Sunday, observing the somber rituals of Good Friday, and rejoicing in Christ’s resurrection on Easter Sunday.
Read MoreAnthony Najjar and Chase Roumayah are two of just five wrestlers in Bloomfield Hills High School history to win at least 100 matches in their careers. The outgoing, tight-knit 17-year-old cousins each reached that milestone this past winter during their senior seasons—an impressive feat made even more remarkable by their identical career records: 109 wins and 46 losses.
Read MoreAsk most mothers what they really want for Mother’s Day, and chances are you’ll hear answers like, “quality family time,” “a night out,” or even just “some peace and quiet.” After years—decades, even—of preparing daily meals for my children, my answer to the “favorite meal” question has become wonderfully simple: “Whatever someone else has cooked.” There’s something deeply refreshing about being cared for when you’re usually the one doing the caring.
Read MoreIf you grew up in America in the 1980s, you learned about the “Food Pyramid” in health class. But if you grew up in Iraq, you ate Masgouf cooked in beef tallow. Now, with the current HHS secretary in Washington, dietary guidelines are changing, and what was once old is becoming new again.
Read MoreA Biblical understanding of Jesus Christ is crucial to our salvation. Many world religions claim to believe in Jesus Christ; the problem is that they do not believe in the Jesus Christ presented in the Bible. That is why Christology is so important: it helps us to understand the significance of the deity of Christ and demonstrates why Jesus is the atoning sacrifice for our sins.
Read MoreIn the heart of Sterling Heights, tucked inside a vibrant art studio, Reni Stephan continues to sculpt, paint and inspire. The Chaldean/Assyrian American artist has spent decades blending his cultural heritage with creative expression—growing from a passionate teenager working out of his family’s garage into an internationally recognized figure in the art world.
Read MoreThe fine jewelry industry has long been dominated by men—from those who mine and cut the stones to those who own the factories and showrooms. Even on the retail side, men have historically steered the buying decisions. Delaina Yatoma is working to rewrite that story, one customer at a time.
Read MoreAs we turn the page into a new season, this issue celebrates the vibrant intersections of faith, culture, creativity, and community that continue to shape the Chaldean-American experience. We begin with a journey through time and tradition in Jacob Bacall’s compelling new book, which chronicles the history of the Chaldean Catholic Church in the U.S. His work not only documents a sacred legacy but also honors the resilience and faith of a community rooted deeply in spiritual identity.
Read MoreMany online commentators label undocumented immigrants as “criminals.” To them, the label alone seems enough to pass judgment and shut down empathy. Phrases like “What part of illegal do you not understand?” are used to justify a hardline stance. Perhaps it’s a way to ease their conscience—convincing themselves that the “other side” is too morally flawed to deserve humane treatment.
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