Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

“The truth is, no one of us can be free until everybody is free.” - Maya Angelou

November 14, 2023

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Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

“The truth is, no one of us can be free until everybody is free.” - Maya Angelou

November 14, 2023

News

Uber drivers in the Lower Mainland continue to push for support and legislation protecting gig workers

Drivers are holding a second protest this Saturday in Surrey to raise awareness.

July 6, 2023

What to expect from the exclusive Guayaki Lounge at the 5X Blockparty and Art Party next week

This marks the drink company’s first premier partnership with a South Asian festival

June 8, 2023

Community

Learning about the meaning of Ramadan from those who celebrate

5X Press chatted with young Muslims in the Lower Mainland to hear what Ramadan means to them.

April 20, 2023

Conversation

Ask Manjot: How do I set boundaries with an overly friendly coworker?

My boyfriend has this work colleague that keeps calling him "honey," what should I do?

July 31, 2023

Columns

Ask Manjot: Am I wrong for avoiding someone who bullied me as a child?

Our June edition of Ask Manjot tackles family dynamics and avoiding bullies

June 27, 2023

Arts & culture

Meet Sikh Knowledge: The Toronto-based producer and DJ weaving genres through music

More about the Toronto-based artist who's hitting the 5X Pride stage this year.

June 1, 2023

Community

What to expect at this year's 5X Art Party at Surrey Art Gallery

How do we create a room for people to walk through that encapsulates your creative world?

May 26, 2023

Columns

Ask Manjot: What should I do when there’s a third person in my relationship?

I found out that my husband is still very much in touch with his ex-girlfriend. What should I do?

May 23, 2023

Arts & culture

The inspiration behind the ‘Enter the Portal’ theme for this year’s 5X Festival

Walk with us into a world of South Asian art and creativity with 5X Fest 2023: Enter the Portal.

May 18, 2023

Community

Remembering Paldi: Learning about my family through the history of one B.C. mill town

Honouring our immigration stories can help us understand our family and community histories.

April 28, 2023

Conversation

How challenging South Asian wedding standards gave us the wedding we truly wanted

Our wedding taught us the importance of knowing our priorities and mastering the art of compromise

April 28, 2023

Columns

Ask Manjot: I’m moving in with my in-laws, how do I feel at home with them?

Manjot looks at the transition to a new home for the first edition of the advice column.

April 24, 2023

Community

Local film screening and panel discussion to tackle gatekeeping and racism in sport

The event will highlight a conversation with former athlete Harleen Sidhu and Dr. Sharanjit Sandhra.

April 14, 2023

Arts & culture

The tenderness and complexities of Kashif Pasta’s short film ‘Desi Standard Time Travel’

An appreciation and analysis of one of our favourite diasporic South Asian short films as of late.

April 13, 2023

Arts & culture

‘Professor of Tomfoolery’ is Kenny Sebastian’s most personal show yet

The iconic Indian comedian talks about authenticity, rejection, and growing with his audience.

April 11, 2023

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Scotland becomes first country in the world to make menstrual products free

Scotland leads the way with this crucial step in the right direction for women's health.

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Decriminalizing drugs looks at addiction as a health issue instead of a criminal issue

Vancouver council voted to decriminalize the possession of illicit drugs on Wednesday, November 25th

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12/1/20

Conversation

Should we stop saying “Men are Trash”?

By saying men are trash, are we lowering the expectations of men?

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11/24/20

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FIFA VP resigns after derogatory remarks about South Asians, LGBTQ folks, and women

England Football Association chairman and former FIFA VP resigned after making offensive remarks

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11/24/20

Conversation

The intergenerational impact of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Thirty years since its inception and the show is still remembered by millions, including my dad.

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11/24/20

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Eva Longoria's comments ignite conversation about unity among minorities

Comparing and pitting minorities against one another is counterproductive and only helps the oppress

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11/18/20

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Guess Who’s Back? CBC Teams Up with Jus Reign for a New Comedy Series

After a 2 year hiatus, Jus Reign is back with something to look forward to

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11/17/20

Arts & culture

The relevance of Veer Zaara 16 years after it’s release

The message is not only relevant but is also more important now than it has ever been.

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11/17/20

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Here's what we learned from putting on a virtual festival

The 5X Festival team reflects on the journey to the Mainstage.

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11/10/20

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Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

5X Weekly Roundup

Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

Uber drivers in the Lower Mainland continue to push for support and legislation protecting gig workers

What to expect from the exclusive Guayaki Lounge at the 5X Blockparty and Art Party next week

Learning about the meaning of Ramadan from those who celebrate

Ask Manjot: How do I set boundaries with an overly friendly coworker?

Ask Manjot: Am I wrong for avoiding someone who bullied me as a child?

Meet Sikh Knowledge: The Toronto-based producer and DJ weaving genres through music

What to expect at this year's 5X Art Party at Surrey Art Gallery

Ask Manjot: What should I do when there’s a third person in my relationship?

The inspiration behind the ‘Enter the Portal’ theme for this year’s 5X Festival

Remembering Paldi: Learning about my family through the history of one B.C. mill town

How challenging South Asian wedding standards gave us the wedding we truly wanted

Ask Manjot: I’m moving in with my in-laws, how do I feel at home with them?

Local film screening and panel discussion to tackle gatekeeping and racism in sport

The tenderness and complexities of Kashif Pasta’s short film ‘Desi Standard Time Travel’

‘Professor of Tomfoolery’ is Kenny Sebastian’s most personal show yet

All ARTICLES

Scotland becomes first country in the world to make menstrual products free

Decriminalizing drugs looks at addiction as a health issue instead of a criminal issue

Should we stop saying “Men are Trash”?

FIFA VP resigns after derogatory remarks about South Asians, LGBTQ folks, and women

The intergenerational impact of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Eva Longoria's comments ignite conversation about unity among minorities

Guess Who’s Back? CBC Teams Up with Jus Reign for a New Comedy Series

The relevance of Veer Zaara 16 years after it’s release

Here's what we learned from putting on a virtual festival

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Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

5X Weekly Roundup

Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

Uber drivers in the Lower Mainland continue to push for support and legislation protecting gig workers

What to expect from the exclusive Guayaki Lounge at the 5X Blockparty and Art Party next week

Learning about the meaning of Ramadan from those who celebrate

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Ask Manjot: How do I set boundaries with an overly friendly coworker?

Ask Manjot: Am I wrong for avoiding someone who bullied me as a child?

Meet Sikh Knowledge: The Toronto-based producer and DJ weaving genres through music

What to expect at this year's 5X Art Party at Surrey Art Gallery

Ask Manjot: What should I do when there’s a third person in my relationship?

The inspiration behind the ‘Enter the Portal’ theme for this year’s 5X Festival

Remembering Paldi: Learning about my family through the history of one B.C. mill town

How challenging South Asian wedding standards gave us the wedding we truly wanted

Ask Manjot: I’m moving in with my in-laws, how do I feel at home with them?

Local film screening and panel discussion to tackle gatekeeping and racism in sport

The tenderness and complexities of Kashif Pasta’s short film ‘Desi Standard Time Travel’

‘Professor of Tomfoolery’ is Kenny Sebastian’s most personal show yet

All ARTICLES

Scotland becomes first country in the world to make menstrual products free

Decriminalizing drugs looks at addiction as a health issue instead of a criminal issue

Should we stop saying “Men are Trash”?

FIFA VP resigns after derogatory remarks about South Asians, LGBTQ folks, and women

The intergenerational impact of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Eva Longoria's comments ignite conversation about unity among minorities

Guess Who’s Back? CBC Teams Up with Jus Reign for a New Comedy Series

The relevance of Veer Zaara 16 years after it’s release

Here's what we learned from putting on a virtual festival

Browse by Topic

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