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FROM THE EDITOR PUBLISHED BY Chaldean News, LLC Chaldean Community Foundation Martin Manna EDITORIAL EDITOR IN CHIEF Sarah Kittle CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Cal Abbo Valene Ayar ZZ Dawod Dr. Adhid Miri Weam Namou Beshar Shukri ART & PRODUCTION CREATIVE DIRECTOR Alex Lumelsky with SKY Creative GRAPHIC DESIGNER Zina Lumelsky with SKY Creative PHOTOGRAPHERS Alex Lumelsky Wilson Sarkis SALES Interlink Media Sana Navarrette CLASSIFIEDS Sana Navarrette Subscriptions: $35 per year CONTACT INFORMATION Story ideas: edit@chaldeannews.com Advertisements: ads@chaldeannews.com Subscription and all other inquiries: info@chaldeannews.com Chaldean News 30095 Northwestern Hwy, Suite 101 Farmington Hills, MI 48334 www.chaldeannews.com Phone: (248) 851-8600 Publication: The Chaldean News (P-6); Published monthly; Issue Date: October 2023 Subscriptions: 12 months, $35. Publication Address: 30095 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 101, Farmington Hills, MI 48334; Permit to mail at periodicals postage rates is on file at Farmington Hills Post Office Postmaster: Send address changes to “The Chaldean News 30095 Northwestern Hwy., Suite 101, Farmington Hills, MI 48334” Falling Back Autumn is a time of contemplation; it is when we take stock of where we are and perhaps re-evaluate and adjust our trajectory for the future. For many, it seems like an end – the end of summer, the end of the season, the end of the year drawing to a close. Early next month, on the 5th of November to be exact, our clocks will turn back for perhaps the last time, if opponents of Daylight Savings Time (DST) have their wish. But “falling back” is not necessarily a bad thing. Sometimes, falling back means taking extra time to enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells along the way. Here in Michigan, the spectacular colors of the trees’ changing hue is unmatched, save for a few New England states. Fall produce like apples and cranberries grace our orchards before they grace our tables. You can literally smell the earth in the fall in Michigan. How lucky we are to live here! You may know that we are advocating for the return of property to Christians from Iraq who have been displaced and their lands and homes confiscated. Weam Namou writes about a Chaldean political activist named Diya Butros Sliwa, who recently gave a talk hosted by the Iraqi Human Rights Society in the US. Sliwa has been fighting for the rights of religious minorities in Iraq for more than two decades and takes the ruling government in Iraq to task for neither protecting them nor the women and children who live in the community. Our cover story this month tells the sad story of an alcohol ban in Iraq that will stifle the productivity and livelihood of many Christians still living there. For some, this is seen as another way to oust them from the country and take what is theirs. Add the fact that the Chaldean Patriarch has removed himself to Erbil and you have another recipe for disaster. Speaking of recipes, Chaldean Kitchen returns this month with a special dish. Aida Yousif invited CN staff into her home and shared with them the recipe for “Mommy’s SARAH KITTLE EDITOR IN CHIEF We are advocating for the return of property to Christians from Iraq who have been displaced and their lands and homes confiscated. Salad.” It is fresh, healthy, and fulfilling – but don’t tell the kids! And of course, October means Halloween and trick-or-treating for some. Our Family Time article focuses on the hocus-pocus of it all but in nontraditional ways, like hosting scary movie nights or making your own haunted house. If you don’t want your kids trick-or-treating, we have options. Parents having options is what the article about the Great School Initiative (GSI) is about. Parents had issues with certain school mandates and organized to make their protests known. The GSI was born and is gaining momentum. Educational content and curriculum can be changed, it just takes time and perseverance. Which is what the champions of Sureth in schools have demonstrated in their push to include the language in the local school system. It happened in Illinois and may be happening here soon. Fall is also a great time to fall in love, although the road to happily ever after may have some potholes. Beshar Shukri (first-time writer!) shares his tale of speed dating in a guest column. Lydia Michael’s new book, Brand Love, just came out and it is a great read. Turn the page for more, fall back into the cushions and enjoy! Sarah Kittle Editor in Chief CONNECT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY. SUBSCRIBE TO THE CHALDEAN NEWS AND FOLLOW CN ON SOCIAL MEDIA. 8 CHALDEAN NEWS OCTOBER 2023
PUBLISHER'S CIRCLE Join the Publishers Circle As the publication of record for Michigan’s Chaldean community, the mission of the Chaldean News is to preserve and archive Chaldean heritage and history, and to tell the ongoing story of Chaldean contributions to the communities in which we live and work — in Michigan and around the world. Since being acquired by the Chaldean Community Foundation in 2019, the Chaldean News has substantially increased its readership and social media following, introduced new digital and website content, and expanded storytelling with the help of small grant funding. The Publisher’s Circle initiative empowers community members to provide major support for the Chaldean News and its important mission. With the generous help of individuals and organizations, together, we can ensure that this vital resource continues to educate and connect the community, while evolving to meet the needs of future generations. The Chaldean News has ambitious plans which include launching a CN app and continuing to expand into new media such as radio and TV, all with the goal of preserving our culture and telling the story of our people. You can take part in helping to preserve your Chaldean heritage by joining the Publisher’s Circle today. Jibran “Jim” Manna Martin and Tamara Manna Sylvester and Rita Sandiha We are grateful for the generous and continuing support of our community. To learn more, visit chaldeannews.com or contact us at 248-851-8600 Let’s grow the circle. SEPTEMBER OCTOBER 2023 CHALDEAN NEWS 97
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