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

Community

A new children’s book on mental health dives into how kids can take care of their mind and body

Surrey model and mental health advocate Reshmi Chandra talks about her children's book.

January 19, 2022

Conversation

An anti-happiness, happiness list

A curated list of happiness items beyond the culture of toxic positivity

January 18, 2022

What's trending

Discourses I hated this week: January 10 - 14

Things I hated and loved to hate this week.

January 14, 2022

Community

The exploitation of international students is an open secret. It’s time to stop looking away.

"This is the norm, [and] this is a problem. People are taking advantage of international students"

January 13, 2022

Conversation

Confessions of a brown girl: tattoos, piercings, and bodily autonomy edition

A brown girl's take on getting a tattoo in an effort to achieve bodily autonomy

January 12, 2022

Arts & culture

Emily Ratajkowski’s "My Body" is a striking commentary on power, control, and the commodification of women’s bodies

Her essays explore her views on power, control and sexuality as a woman

January 12, 2022

Arts & culture

Netflix’s "Decoupled" offers a quirky and refreshing take on divorce

An Indian show in English with exceptional writing and talent that portrays divorce in a nuanced way

January 12, 2022

Arts & culture

How Punjabi music videos fail brown models

From lack of representation to unfair portrayals, how double standards impact Punjabi women in media

January 11, 2022

What's trending

Discourses I hated this week: January 3 - 7

A breakdown of dumb things that were trending this week.

January 7, 2022

Conversation

A therapist’s thoughts on why the New Year doesn’t have to come with so much pressure

A New Year doesn’t have to mean a new you

January 5, 2022

Conversation

How finally saying “no,” ushered in the most meaningful growth and solitude of my life

A life-changing moment taught me and my mom a powerful lesson on asking for more.

January 4, 2022

What's trending

Here’s a look back at some of the biggest pop culture moments from this year

All the stories we were talking, texting, and tweeting about in 2021.

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Conversation

Why do we only care about mental health when it looks palatable?

But what makes mental health palatable? Is it only palatable when the person is high functioning?

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Arts & culture

Jasmine Sandlas, The PropheC, AR Paisley & more: Announcing the 5X Fest 2022 lineup

Who to expect at the Blockparty this year

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3/30/22

Arts & culture

How Dev.D gave Devdas the transformation it needed

A reflection on the 2009 film Dev. D

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3/29/22

Conversation

Sh*t you can't ask your parents: Living with your in-laws

A complicated answer to a complicated question.

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3/28/22

What's trending

Discourses I hated: Violent incels, Deshaun Watson, & colonizers

The discourses I hated this week.

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3/25/22

Arts & culture

Can men really express their feelings?

A new production in town showcases a hilarious, heart-warming saga where men learn to finally emote.

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3/24/22

Arts & culture

What does the rising popularity of AP Dhillon mean for the future of Punjabi music?

AP Dhillon’s opening doors for young Punjabi artists to create a fresh, hybrid sound

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3/24/22

Conversation

Why the Ukrainian refugee crisis should prompt us to check our internalized biases

Media coverage on Ukraine war has brought to light racism and bias.

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3/22/22

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Sh*t you can’t ask your parents: How to navigate through breakups

On learning to be alone.

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3/21/22

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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

A new children’s book on mental health dives into how kids can take care of their mind and body

An anti-happiness, happiness list

Discourses I hated this week: January 10 - 14

The exploitation of international students is an open secret. It’s time to stop looking away.

Confessions of a brown girl: tattoos, piercings, and bodily autonomy edition

Emily Ratajkowski’s "My Body" is a striking commentary on power, control, and the commodification of women’s bodies

Netflix’s "Decoupled" offers a quirky and refreshing take on divorce

How Punjabi music videos fail brown models

Discourses I hated this week: January 3 - 7

A therapist’s thoughts on why the New Year doesn’t have to come with so much pressure

How finally saying “no,” ushered in the most meaningful growth and solitude of my life

Here’s a look back at some of the biggest pop culture moments from this year

All ARTICLES

Why do we only care about mental health when it looks palatable?

Jasmine Sandlas, The PropheC, AR Paisley & more: Announcing the 5X Fest 2022 lineup

How Dev.D gave Devdas the transformation it needed

Sh*t you can't ask your parents: Living with your in-laws

Discourses I hated: Violent incels, Deshaun Watson, & colonizers

Can men really express their feelings?

What does the rising popularity of AP Dhillon mean for the future of Punjabi music?

Why the Ukrainian refugee crisis should prompt us to check our internalized biases

Sh*t you can’t ask your parents: How to navigate through breakups

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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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A new children’s book on mental health dives into how kids can take care of their mind and body

An anti-happiness, happiness list

Discourses I hated this week: January 10 - 14

The exploitation of international students is an open secret. It’s time to stop looking away.

Confessions of a brown girl: tattoos, piercings, and bodily autonomy edition

Emily Ratajkowski’s "My Body" is a striking commentary on power, control, and the commodification of women’s bodies

Netflix’s "Decoupled" offers a quirky and refreshing take on divorce

How Punjabi music videos fail brown models

Discourses I hated this week: January 3 - 7

A therapist’s thoughts on why the New Year doesn’t have to come with so much pressure

How finally saying “no,” ushered in the most meaningful growth and solitude of my life

Here’s a look back at some of the biggest pop culture moments from this year

All ARTICLES

Why do we only care about mental health when it looks palatable?

Jasmine Sandlas, The PropheC, AR Paisley & more: Announcing the 5X Fest 2022 lineup

How Dev.D gave Devdas the transformation it needed

Sh*t you can't ask your parents: Living with your in-laws

Discourses I hated: Violent incels, Deshaun Watson, & colonizers

Can men really express their feelings?

What does the rising popularity of AP Dhillon mean for the future of Punjabi music?

Why the Ukrainian refugee crisis should prompt us to check our internalized biases

Sh*t you can’t ask your parents: How to navigate through breakups

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