For 2,600 years, Jewish life flourished in Mesopotamia—modern-day Iraq—stretching back to the time of Babylon, where the Jews composed the Babylonian Talmud, and to the city of Ur, birthplace of the Prophet Abraham.
Read MoreThousands of Chaldean families reside in Metro Detroit, and there are likely almost as many torshi recipe variations. A pickled-vegetable staple in Middle Eastern homes, the crunchy treat livens up any meal and can even be enjoyed as a stand-alone snack.
Read MoreNoah Manna joined the new Walled Lake Central High School boys volleyball team when he was a sophomore with very little experience in the sport. “I’d only played volleyball in gym class,” he said. “The girls in my gym class when I was a freshman who had played volleyball before were amazingly good at it, and the sport looked like fun, so I gave it a try. I’m so glad I did.”
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If you grew up in Telkaif, Alqosh, Batnaya, Karamles, Qaraqosh, Tesqopa, Duhok, or other villages near the Nineveh Plain, you were familiar with many families maintaining their own agriculture and livestock. And if you were American-born like me, you heard stories from your loved ones about the happy, church-centered, simple life back home, back then.
Read MoreIf a quick glance around the office reveals more silver hair and sensible shoes, it’s no illusion. Older workers are sticking around—and in greater numbers. Nearly 20% of people 65 and older are working, according to 2023 data from the Pew Research Center—double the share from 35 years ago. In that same period, wages for this demographic have nearly doubled.
Read MoreChaldean Community Foundation's new center in West Bloomfield kicks off its programming series with language classes designed to introduce Sureth to Chaldean teens. Sureth is the native language spoken by Chaldeans in the northern regions of Iraq and a dialect of Aramaic.
Read MoreYour 2025 guide to schools in the Metro Detroit area — private, Catholic and public schools of choice.
Read MoreGeneration after generation, locale after locale, it is true when people get educated, they get life lessons, advance intellect, and join the modern world. This is a glimpse into the history and contributions of the renowned Chaldean deacon, author, teacher, and educator Yousif Mansour Mary (Miri).
Read MoreOn July 17, the Chaldean Professional Network (CPN) kicked off the event season with an old school barbeque in CCF West’s Jarbou Family Courtyard. Grill masters from Nonna Maria’s Bistro crossed the road to attend the burgers, sausages and chicken skewers while two bars served delicious drinks from Sandiha Winery and El Cristiano Tequila and Yogrt2Go capped off the evening with tasty bowls of frozen yogurt topped with customizable flavors. Over 150 guests mingled and networked, enjoying the beats dropped by DJ Joe Sesi.
Read MoreFor centuries, handwritten manuscripts have carried the heart of Chaldean Christianity—its prayers, teachings, and sacred traditions. Preserved through persecution and passed down through generations, these texts have long connected us to our faith, language, and identity.
Read More“Chaldean Community Foundation East is about acculturation; CCF West is about cultural preservation.” So says Martin Manna, president of both the Chaldean Community Foundation and the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce.
Read MoreA teacher’s greatest contribution lies in their ability to inspire, educate and shape the lives of students. They go beyond simply imparting knowledge by encouraging critical thinking, modeling positive behavior, and nurturing character development.
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence (AI) no longer lives solely in the realm of science fiction. For those who grew up watching The Jetsons or Star Trek, today’s world might look a bit different than imagined—but it’s not far off. Robotic maids like Rosie Jetson aren’t available just yet, but robotic vacuums have been around for years.
Read MoreThe Chaldean American Student Association (CASA) began more than 30 years ago with a mission to inspire Chaldean youth to pursue higher education and to educate the broader public about Chaldean culture.
Read MoreMarian High School is getting a major glow-up. The all-girls Catholic prep school is set to launch a $7 million modernization beginning in spring 2025, part of a bold, two-phase initiative to reimagine its learning spaces and secure long-term sustainability for future generations.
Read MoreLearning English isn’t easy, and for many new speakers, conversation is the most challenging skill to master. The West Bloomfield Library offers two welcoming programs for adults learning English who want to practice speaking in a supportive, community-based setting.
Read MoreGiulio Zora has two great loves: kayaking and his family. Luckily, those passions go hand in hand for the 12-year-old from Washington Township, the youngest of five siblings — including his twin sister, Gia.
Read MoreUniversity of Detroit Mercy’s College of Health Professions has formed a new partnership with the American University of Iraq Baghdad (AUIB) to create educational opportunities in healthcare, public health and healthcare administration for students in the Middle East.
Read MoreAs the first day of school nears, many Chaldean families across Metro Detroit feel the familiar buzz of preparation—shopping for supplies, organizing schedules, and getting uniforms ready. But beneath the surface, both parents and children often experience waves of worry, nervousness, fear, or dread.
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When people think of Catholic media, they usually don’t picture young Chaldean priests eating tacos while discussing the latest Church news, kids rating snacks during Bible study, or candid conversations about faith, culture, and daily life.
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