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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
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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.
December 29, 2021

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Uncovering Rupi Kaur’s roots at 5X Fest
We're taking a look back at Rupi Kaur's roots with 5X Fest
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6/23/21
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The need to address sexual assault as a systemic issue in universities

Looking at sexual violence as an institutional issue within universities and society as a whole.
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6/16/21
Conversation

This is our Canada: Tackling the latest Anti-Muslim hate crime
The recent anti-Muslim hate crime calls for leaders to take action addressing white supremacy.
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6/16/21
Conversation

How Jasmine Sandlas broke barriers by smoking weed on stage at the 5X Fest Block Party
Jasmine Sandlas lit up a spliff on stage and we love her for it.
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6/16/21
Arts & culture

The problematic saga of brown face, colourism and casteism In Bollywood and Indian TV shows
Season 2 of The Family Man and the problematic use of Brown face.
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6/16/21
Arts & culture

Your ultimate hot girl summer playlist
Check out this #HotGirlSummer playlist featuring Doja Cat, Kamaiyah, Stefflon Don and more!
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6/16/21
Community

Resources for Surrey youth to access amid gang violence concerns

The recent announcement of funding towards crime prevention promises resources, but is it enough?
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6/9/21
Community

'Hooped' by Michael Bains: Surrey author breaks into the literary world

5X Press gives you a review on Hooped by Surrey's own Michael Bains.
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6/9/21
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OPINION: Repercussions of the myth of the mad genius

What are the dangers of romanticizing mental health and illness?
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6/9/21

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