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Arts & culture

Our top 10 book recommendations of 2021
A list of books for every type of person—from the intersectional feminists to the rom-com obsessed.
December 29, 2021
Conversation

A Year in Review: 2021’s biggest moments and lessons
Some big lessons were learned in 2021.
December 28, 2021
Conversation

A Punjabi Sikh wins Miss Universe—but is it really a win?
Harnaaz Sandhu’s title as Miss Universe 2021 raises a wider conversation around representation.
December 16, 2021
Conversation

Setting boundaries around the holidays with your big South Asian family
Boundaries during the holidays are tough especially within South Asian families.
December 15, 2021
Community

Your 2021 Holiday Gift Guide for local & BIPOC Businesses

Happy shopping and happy holidays!
December 15, 2021
Arts & culture

It’s beginning to look a lot like … Christmas movie season

*Cue “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” by Andy Williams*
December 14, 2021
Arts & culture

20 years of a Bollywood classic: Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
It has left its undeniable mark on Bollywood, and its cultural impact and significance still remains
December 14, 2021
Conversation

Why the demonized Indian "monster-in-law" isn’t the real problem
We fault mothers for giving too much. Why can't the sons stop taking so much?
December 8, 2021
Arts & culture

Why India is a House of Secrets
How a Netflix docuseries on the Burari Deaths compels Indian society to confront its demons.
December 8, 2021
Arts & culture

Agam Darshi talks "Donkeyhead," the Punjabi-Canadian experience, being a first-time director & more
Agam Darshi speaks of her “labour of love” in creating the film Donkeyhead
December 7, 2021
Conversation

Why it's time to break the cycle around caste and dating in 2021
I spoke with a few people who have been personally impacted by the caste system.
December 1, 2021
Conversation

"Why I eloped instead of having a lavish South Asian wedding"
“Sometimes we need to save our parents from parents from themselves”
December 1, 2021

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Discourses I hated: Casual racism, “Turning Red,” & the lies men tell

The things I hated and loved to hate this week.
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3/18/22
Community

Why seeing Blume on Sephora Canada shelves is so monumental

Taran and Bunny, the founders of Blume are making big strides in the wellness space
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3/9/22
Conversation

Sh*t you can’t ask your parents: Let’s talk about sex, baby
"We are still conditioned to believe it’s wrong before marriage..."
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3/7/22
What's trending

Discourses I hated: Uncles, creepy men, & Love Is Blind
The things I hated this week.
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3/4/22
Arts & culture

5 South Asian romance novel recommendations

South Asian romance novels are an expansive sub-genre. Here are some recommendations!
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3/2/22
Conversation

A woman’s right to her inheritance: Unpacking the preferential treatment of sons in the South Asian community
Understanding the relationship between money and power in the South Asian community.
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3/2/22
Arts & culture

Unpacking the depiction and discussion of people struggling with substance misuse on Euphoria
The way we speak about people struggling with substance misuse matters.
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3/2/22
Community

Give Back to Black BC aims to promote the rich history and future of Black folks

Give Back to Black BC Founder Shanique Kelly is bringing low-barrier funding to Black folks in BC.
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3/1/22
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Season 2 of Love Is Blind : Love, faith, and corny brown men
I binged Season 2 of Love Is Blind in under 48 hours.
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2/28/22

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