Ron Najor may not be a household name—yet—but within the world of independent film, he’s earned a reputation for telling deeply human, heartfelt, multi-layered stories. Born into a Chaldean-American family and raised among the entrepreneurial spirit of small businesses and tight-knit community ties, Najor has taken a different path: film.
Read MoreJohn Mansour, cherished son of Emanuel and Antoinette Mansour, was born on December 29, 1968, and went to Heaven on September 17, 2025. The loving husband of Ann “Ahlam” Mansour, John was a faithful father to Adriana, the late Alexander, and the late Gabrielle Mansour and caring brother of Steven (Zenia) Mansour and Marvin Mansour.
Read MoreOctober is recognized as Fire Prevention Month to raise awareness about fire safety and to promote practices that prevent fires. The observance dates back to 1922 when the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) established the first Fire Prevention Week to commemorate the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 that began on October 8.
Read MoreTwo Chaldean businessmen were honored by the state earlier this year for their transformation of a historic downtown Clarkston grocery store into a fine dining establishment. Robert Esshaki and Christopher Thomas received a Building Award from the Michigan Historic Preservation Network for their renovation of a more-than-century-old building at 9 Main Street that’s now Rudy’s Prime Steakhouse, which opened in October 2024.
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Every business begins with a story. Sometimes it grows out of passion, sometimes it comes from necessity, and often it is rooted in values instilled long before the first customer arrives. In the Chaldean community, entrepreneurship has always been more than a career choice. It is a way of life, a tradition carried forward by families who relied on resilience, faith, and an unwavering belief in hard work.
Read MoreYasmine Dabish and Michael Sulaka will both take the court for their college basketball teams this winter. But they’re more than athletes—they’re standout students with ambitious career goals beyond basketball. Dabish, a freshman at the University of Michigan-Dearborn and a 2025 graduate of Troy Athens High School, finished high school with a 3.8 GPA. She’s determined to carry that success into college as she pursues her dream of becoming a pediatric surgeon or entering another medical profession.
Read MoreThe Iraqi Chaldean community gathered in solemn remembrance of the tragic Soria Massacre of 1969, honoring the 39 innocent lives lost to a brutal military attack. The event was organized by the Chaldean Democratic Union Party in cooperation with the Chaldean Diocese of Zakho, with the participation of local clergy, faithful from surrounding towns, and expatriates from the United States and Europe.
Read MoreFor most kids, “asthma” is just a word they’ve heard from parents or teachers—something serious, maybe even scary, but distant. For Charlize Sitto and Elinor Jwaydah, it became personal. Elinor remembers being a child who didn’t even know she had asthma. “I didn’t realize my coughing and shortness of breath were symptoms,” she said. “It was confusing and kind of scary, and I wish someone had explained it to me in a way I could understand.” That experience became a driving force behind her work.
Read MoreLong ago, the lands around Mosul nurtured families whose fathers and mothers worked its fields and whose children’s laughter echoed across its soil. But that life was swept away in the 1980s, when the waters of the Mosul Dam rose, swallowing not only the land but entire chapters of unwritten history.
Read MoreEthan Mukhtar, a talented Chaldean-American golfer from Farmington Hills, is making waves in the golfing world. A 2025 graduate of Orchard Lake St. Mary's Preparatory High School, Ethan was a four-year varsity letterwinner and a key member of the school's first-ever MHSAA Division 2 state championship-winning boys golf team in 2024.
Read MoreNestled in Detroit’s historic Corktown neighborhood, Kintsugi Village is more than just a school—it’s a living, breathing ecosystem built on the idea that education should nourish the whole child. Set to open in October, the nonprofit early childhood center blends learning with art, food, nature, and community connection.
Read MoreFor one group of past, current, and future medical students at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, it’s definitely safe to say that the school is a family affair. Chaldean cousins Jackie, Julianne, and Jacob Thomas all officially begin attending OUWB as members of the Class of 2029 on Monday, August 18.
Read MoreFor over 150 years, the remarkable story of a Chaldean woman from the Nineveh Plains who became part of the ruling dynasty during 19th-century Afghanistan was largely forgotten or perhaps intentionally concealed in my family’s historical narrative.
Read MoreWith increasingly realistic deepfakes arriving by email, text, phone and even mail, everyone is vulnerable to fraudsters. Seniors, in particular, are prime targets. My wife and I—not quite seniors yet—learned this the hard way. A couple of years ago, while trying to sell a couch on Facebook Marketplace, we were scammed out of $300 through Zelle.
Read MoreNana Bernadette Sarafa’s Kitchen at CCF West buzzed with excitement as young aspiring bakers gathered for a hands-on baking class led by Genevieve Kashat, a standout contestant from Food Network’s Kids Baking Championship.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Community Foundation’s West location (CCF West) will soon unveil a robust slate of new programs designed to support seniors, families, and community members of all ages. From wellness classes to cultural workshops and intergenerational cooking lessons, the expanded offerings reflect CCF West’s mission of building connection, promoting health, and celebrating heritage.
Read Moreسجلات التاريخ في بلاد ما بين النهرين (العراق) تبيّن انه بعد 2600 عام من الاستيطان اليهودي المتواصل في المنطقة التي وُلد فيها النبي إبراهيم، وسُجل فيها عهد بابل حيث كَتبَ اليهود التلمود البابلي، انتهى وجود المكون اليهودي العراقي في وطن اجدادهم بعد احداث الفرهود واسقاط الجنسية العراقية عن هذا المكّون الأصيل في النصف الثاني من القرن العشرين. ورغم ذلك، لا يزال هناك تراث مادي وتاريخي يستحق التذكير به ومواقع دينية وأثرية مقدسة مهملة، ومتروكة لمعول الزمان ومهددة بالانقراض تنتظر الرحمة والعناية والترميم. لقد حددت أبحاث أجراها أثريون وأكاديميون 27 موقعًا في العراق لا تزال قائمة، ولكنها معرضة للخطر والاندثار وهي في حالة بالغة السوء.
Read MoreAs the days grow cooler and shorter, many of us take time to reflect on what matters most—and for Chaldeans, that often begins with family. Our cover story is a true family affair: five cousins from the Thomas family have all chosen to pursue medicine at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine.
Read MoreThere is a persistent misconception that sanctuary cities allow “criminal illegal aliens” to roam freely and hide after committing crimes. Basic logic suggests this is not the case — regardless of party affiliation, elected officials generally care about the public and work to protect it.
Read MoreIf you ever find yourself driving down Jamacha Road in San Diego, you might notice a modest wooden sign that reads: Good Samaritan Retirement Center. Tucked into a quiet residential neighborhood, this Spanish-style building, surrounded by well-kept landscaping, may seem like a hidden gem—and it is.
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