Detroit restaurateur and developer Zaid Elia is making a bold play in one of America’s fastest-growing cities. Through his Michigan-based company, Elia Group, Elia has emerged as one of Nashville’s most ambitious hospitality developers, bringing a distinctly Detroit—and Chaldean—entrepreneurial spirit to the heart of Tennessee’s booming entertainment district. Drawn by Nashville’s explosive growth in population, jobs, and income, Elia saw an opportunity to establish a presence in a city increasingly viewed as one of the country’s most dynamic business and tourism markets.
Read MoreChaldeans began arriving to Australia in significant numbers during the 1990s, driven by war, persecution, and the gradual unraveling of life in Iraq. The population grew quickly, and by the 2021 Australian Census, more than 60,000 people identified with Neo-Aramaic origins, settling primarily in Sydney and Melbourne.
Read MoreIn the heart of the city of Duhok stands a distinctive building that catches the eye of passersby and visitors alike featuring a façade inspired by the ancient Chaldean-Babylonian legacy. Its architectural details, ornaments, and harmonious color palette lend the site a unique visual identity, reflecting the depth of history and the enduring civilization from which it draws inspiration.
Read MoreCACC Board Member Renee Tomina, previously senior vice president of the Project Management Office, was promoted to president and chief operating officer of DTE Gas effective June 29, 2026.
Read MoreLamar Kashat was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant at the Sterling Heights Police Department on May 28, 2026, becoming the first Chaldean Lieutenant in the department’s history since its founding in 1966.
Read MoreChaldean American actor Revon Yousif appears in Disclosure Day, the highly anticipated science-fiction thriller directed by Steven Spielberg and written by longtime collaborator David Koepp.
Read MoreChaldean-American writer Dominic Anton has released Salim, a moving collection of journal entries and poetry that explores family, immigration, identity, and belonging.
Read MoreNow that summer has officially arrived, we can shake off that spring malaise and step fully into a season of sunshine, celebration, and renewed optimism. Across the country, there seems to be a fresh sense of energy in the air. Hosting the FIFA Club World Cup has elevated enthusiasm and camaraderie to new heights, bringing people together through a shared love of sport and reminding us of the power of community.
Read MoreThe CCF recently celebrated the graduation of their Little Scholars Preschool and Pre-K students as they completed an important milestone in their educational journey.
Read MoreParticipants gathered in Nana Bernadette Sarafa’s Kitchen at CCF West to learn how to prepare Iraqi Parda Plow, a beloved Chaldean dish known for its flavorful rice, savory filling, and beautiful presentation.
Read MoreIn partnership with Do What You Love to End ALZ and the Alzheimer’s Association, the CCF and community members came together on Saturday, June 20 to walk to raise awareness, remember loved ones, and bring hope to those suffering from this disease.
Read MoreThe University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) Chaldean American Law Student Association (CALSA) Scholarship is now accepting applications.
Read MoreThis year, the CCF is proud to honor the late John Mansour, whose life reflected a deep commitment to community service, generosity, and compassion.
Read MoreThis section honors the lives and legacies of those we have recently lost. The listings are provided by Southfield Funeral Home & Cremation Services and Mercy Funeral & Cremation Services, whose support helps ensure that each individual is recognized with dignity and care.
Read MoreIraq has proposed a meeting between the Gulf countries, Iran, and Iraq to discuss regional security, reducing tensions, and improving economic ties. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said Iraq is willing to host talks involving the six Gulf Co-operation Council (GCC) countries, Iran, and Iraq.
Read MoreEver since I was a little girl, one of the final lines in my evening prayers has been, “Thank You for making me an American.” Even then, small and sheltered as I was, I sensed there was something special about this country. (I also thanked God for making me female, but that’s a topic for another day.)
Read MoreArchbishop Bashar Matti Warda of the Chaldean Catholic Archeparchy of Erbil has called on newly installed Chaldean Patriarch Mar Paulos III Nona to advocate for Ankawa, Iraq’s largest Christian district, and help ensure its residents have a voice in decisions affecting their future. Speaking during a welcoming ceremony for the patriarch in Ankawa, Warda emphasized the city’s historic role as a stronghold of Christianity, recalling its survival through centuries of persecution and its importance as a refuge for Christians throughout Iraq’s history.
Read MoreNewly installed Chaldean Patriarch Mar Paulos III Nona met with a Yezidi delegation, including three members of parliament, at the Chaldean Patriarchate in Baghdad on June 10. The two sides reflected on the deep historical ties between their communities and the shared suffering endured under ISIS, including persecution, displacement, and massacres in places such as Mosul and Sinjar.
Read MoreZenit News reports growing concerns that renewable energy projects in southeastern Turkey are disproportionately affecting Christian and Yazidi minority communities through land expropriations and development projects. A key example is the proposed G25 Solar Power Plant near the historic Chaldean Christian village of Aynwardo (Gülgöze) in the Tur Abdin region.
Read MoreThe Chaldean Soccer League, established in 2024, hosted a fundraising game in May . According to league commissioner Christian Hajjar, the event raised $17,000 for the Chaldean Community Foundation.
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