Having worked as an immigration attorney for over 30 years, it seems to me that America has a love/hate relationship with illegal immigration, creating many conflicts. We need immigration reform to resolve this matter. For much of the history of our republic, seasonal undocumented immigrants traveled annually through the southern border to perform jobs in the United States and then returned back through that same border.
Read MoreMental health is one of those topics that can be difficult to discuss, yet it deserves a place in our everyday conversations. We have been providing articles that address mental health because it is such an important issue—one that affects individuals, families and communities. If you or someone you love is struggling, reaching out for support is a sign of strength.
Read MoreOn July 8, community members joined the Chaldean Community Foundation and the Chaldean Diocese for a book presentation and signing at CCF West. Mar Bawai Soro, Jacob Bacall, and Fr. Wisam Matti shared their latest works and insights into the rich history of the Chaldean Church.
Read MoreU.S. Senator Elissa Slotkin recently toured CCF West and learned about the Foundation’s commitment to preserving the history, language, and traditions of the Chaldean community. The visit also highlighted CCF West’s role as a center for education, storytelling, and cultural preservation through language programs, community spaces, and historical initiatives.
Read MoreCCF West recently welcomed His Holiness Mar Awa III, Patriarch of the Assyrian Church of the East. Joined by Bishop Francis Kalabat, clergy from the Chaldean Diocese, and CCF president Martin Manna, His Holiness toured the facility including the Mar Ibrahim Library. During the visit, they explored the library’s collection of preserved manuscripts, rare texts, and historical resources that safeguard the rich heritage, language, and history of the Chaldean and Assyrian people for future generations.
Read MoreMaria Osmano has been appointed Human Resources Director for NoMad Detroit, the highly anticipated luxury hotel opening within Detroit’s historic Michigan Central district. Maria joins NoMad Detroit following nearly twelve years with Cicero Hospitality Group, where she most recently served as Vice President of People, Brand & Operations.
Read MorePrime Concepts Detroit, founded and operated by Joe Barbat, announced that Aurora Italiana Detroit will open inside the former home of Pao Detroit later this year. “Our goal is to create an experience that honors both the incredible history of this landmark building and the timeless appeal of Italian hospitality,” Barbat said in a statement. “From preserving the beauty of the historic Michigan Oriental Theater to introducing a warm, rustic trattoria atmosphere, Aurora Italiana Detroit will be a destination where guests can enjoy exceptional food in one of Detroit’s most remarkable spaces.”
Read MoreA group of local friends—Fady Asmar, Danny Abdow, and Justin Samona—recently launched Konkan Classic, a mobile app that brings the classic card game Konkan to iOS and soon to Android. “Like many in our community, we grew up playing Konkan at family gatherings; it’s how holidays ended and how weekends were spent,” says Samona. “We built this app so the game we love can live on for the next generation, and so family members can play together even when they’re not around the same table.”
Read Moreفي هذه المقالة نستعرض نشأة الأعلام وتطورها التاريخي، ونتناول الرموز والدلالات التي تحملها الأعلام الوطنية، مع التركيز على علم العراق والتغيرات التي طرأت عليه منذ تأسيس الدولة العراقية الحديثة وحتى يومنا هذا، إذ يُعدّ العراق من أكثر دول العالم تغييرًا لعلمه الوطني، نتيجة الإنقلابات والتحولات السياسية والأنظمة المتعاقبة التي شهدها خلال القرن الماضي.
Read Moreليست كل اللقاءات الرسمية سواء؛ فبعضها ينتهي بانتهاء مراسمه، فيما يفتح بعضها الآخر بابًا لحوار قد يمتد أثره إلى ما بعد قاعة الاجتماع. ومن هذا المنطلق، اكتسب اللقاء الذي جمع وفد مؤسسة الجالية الكلدانية بدولة رئيس مجلس الوزراء العراقي، السيد علي فالح الزيدي، في واشنطن يوم 13 تموز 2026، أهمية خاصة، إذ جاء في مستهل زيارته الرسمية إلى الولايات المتحدة، وكان أول لقاء رسمي يعقده بعد وصوله إلى العاصمة الأمريكية.
Read MoreYvonne Najor fell in love with New York City the first time she set foot there. Now, New York City loves her back as one of the main cast members on Bravo’s newest hit show, In the City, a spin-off of the network’s Summer House. It is a movement from the single, partying lifestyle to navigating the complexities of adult life, including marriage and personal reinvention. She is the first Chaldean “character” on a mainstream reality show and claims they are all just their authentic selves.
Read MoreOn July 23, 2026, the Chaldean community in Detroit showed up big for Tiger baseball at Comerica Park. Chaldean Heritage Night was led by the Chaldean Catholic Diocese, who arranged for Babylon blue custom Tigers jerseys that sported the Old English “D,” the lion of Babylon, and the Chaldean cross to be distributed to the flock in attendance. The first pitch was thrown out by Fr. Pierre Konja and the St. Thomas Chaldean Church Choir performed the National Anthem. It was a memorable evening for all involved.
Read MorePresident Donald Trump is expected to hold a rally in Oakland County today, just as early in-person voting begins for Michigan's Aug. 4 primary election. Voters will choose party nominees for several key races, including governor, U.S. Senate, and U.S. House. Michigan remains a major battleground heading into the 2026 midterm elections.
Read MorePrime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi received a number of representatives of the Iraqi community and Iraqi businessmen from the state of Michigan at his residence in Washington, D.C. The Michigan delegation was led by directors from the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce and Chaldean Community Foundation.
Read MorePrime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is visiting Washington this week and on July 12, 2026, he wrote an op-ed in the Washington Post about why he was there. Spoiler Alert: He wants to explore opportunity creation – particularly economic opportunity, but also opportunities to advance regional stability. As he stated in his opinion piece, both he and President Trump believe in results, and the focus of their discussion was investment.
Read MoreMichigan lawmakers approved a nearly $74 billion state budget after an overnight legislative session, avoiding new taxes while funding priorities such as K-12 education, higher education, Medicaid, and economic development. For Michigan's business community, the budget includes nearly $69 million in one-time funding to support small business growth ($30 million), business attraction and community revitalization ($28.6 million), and entrepreneurship programs ($9.7 million)—investments that could benefit many Chaldean-owned businesses, although funding levels are lower than in the current fiscal year.
Read MoreLamya Kory believed that we are here for one reason: to learn how to give and receive love. It was a belief she spoke about often, but more importantly, it was a belief she lived. She lived life fully and invited everyone around her into it. She measured life not by possessions or achievements, but by love, connection, and the lives she touched along the way.
Read Moreفي قلب مدينة دهوك، تبرز بناية مميزة تلفت أنظار المارة والزائرين، بواجهتها المستوحاة من الإرث البابلي الكلداني العريق. فالتفاصيل المعمارية والزخارف والألوان المتناغمة تمنح المكان هوية بصرية خاصة، تعكس عمق التاريخ وامتداد الحضارة التي تستلهم منها. وما إن يقترب الزائر من هذا الصرح حتى يدرك أنه أمام مركز ثقافي لا يقتصر دوره على النشاطات، بل يمثل مشروعاً ثقافياً متكاملاً يسعى إلى حفظ الذاكرة والهوية الكلدانية عبر العمل المستمر والبرامج المتنوعة.
Read MoreOn July 4, 2026, the United States of America will celebrate its 250th birthday, commemorating a century and a half since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Since then, America has gone through some growing pains: war, growth, hardship, and renewal, evolving into the country many of us proudly call home.
Read MoreOn Saturday, June 20, the Chaldean Community Foundation partnered with the Alzheimer’s Association and the group Do What You Love to End ALZ to host the Walk for Alzheimer’s at CCF West. The Chaldean Catholic Church took part with a blessing from Fr. Marcus and Fr. Pierre, and MCCFAD (Michigan Center for Contextual Factors in Alzheimer’s Disease) participated with remarks from Joe Sheena and Wassim Taraf. Dr. Tanav Popli, a dementia specialist and professor at the University of Michigan, shared insights on brain health and Alzheimer’s.
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