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

Arts & culture

Indian Matchmaking’s Emmy nomination: why we need a reality check

Why are we still in denial about the reality of Indian Matchmaking?

July 27, 2021

Community

Sahil Mroke on creative direction, collaboration and everything in between

Sahil Mroke spoke to 5X Press about the collab between Vancity Bhangra and Imagine Van Gogh.

July 20, 2021

Arts & culture

Never Have I Ever Season 2 takes a deeper dive into the coming of age genre

Season 2 explores female friendships and eating disorders through its brown characters.

July 20, 2021

Community

The history of the Punjabi market and the importance of South Asian stories being told by South Asians

5X Press looks at the Punjabi Market audio tour and speaks with the guiding voice, Gurp Sian.

July 20, 2021

Arts & culture

The 5X Festival Block Party is back in person this year and tickets are limited -- you won't want to miss out!

5X Festival’s annual Block Party is back this year and more hype than ever before.

July 20, 2021

Conversation

The harassment faced by Harsha Walia speaks to the treatment of racialized women on the frontlines of activism

The online harassment of Harsha Walia shows the need for more Indigenous-immigrant solidarity.

July 14, 2021

News

#FreeBritney and what it means for women everywhere

Following the #FreeBritany case makes us wonder about the implications of ownership on women.

July 13, 2021

Community

Born, bred, and brought up in Surrey: lyricist Chani Nattan speaks about the making of Diljit's latest track

Chani Nattan speaks to 5X Press about his recent collaboration with Intense and Diljit Dosanjh

July 13, 2021

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The double standards of Sha’Carri Richardson’s Olympic ban highlights the treatment of Black women in Sports

How the treatment of Sha’Carri Richardson in the Olympics is systemically racist.

July 13, 2021

Conversation

The unfair taboo of brown girls and tattoos

Why tattoos are vital to South Asian culture, and how one Gujarati artist is embracing it all.

June 30, 2021

Conversation

Why the cancellation of Sidhu Moose Wala’s 2019 5X Fest performance is still relevant

In 2019, the RCMP banned Sidhu Moose Wala from 5X Fest. Let's look at why that's still relevant.

June 30, 2021

Arts & culture

Fearless and unique: queer artist Jag Nagra’s work is all about the expression of authenticity

5X Press talks to artist Jag Nagra about her art and the conversations she hopes it will spark.

June 30, 2021

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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

News

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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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

Indian Matchmaking’s Emmy nomination: why we need a reality check

Sahil Mroke on creative direction, collaboration and everything in between

Never Have I Ever Season 2 takes a deeper dive into the coming of age genre

The history of the Punjabi market and the importance of South Asian stories being told by South Asians

The 5X Festival Block Party is back in person this year and tickets are limited -- you won't want to miss out!

The harassment faced by Harsha Walia speaks to the treatment of racialized women on the frontlines of activism

#FreeBritney and what it means for women everywhere

Born, bred, and brought up in Surrey: lyricist Chani Nattan speaks about the making of Diljit's latest track

The double standards of Sha’Carri Richardson’s Olympic ban highlights the treatment of Black women in Sports

The unfair taboo of brown girls and tattoos

Why the cancellation of Sidhu Moose Wala’s 2019 5X Fest performance is still relevant

Fearless and unique: queer artist Jag Nagra’s work is all about the expression of authenticity

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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Indian Matchmaking’s Emmy nomination: why we need a reality check

Sahil Mroke on creative direction, collaboration and everything in between

Never Have I Ever Season 2 takes a deeper dive into the coming of age genre

The history of the Punjabi market and the importance of South Asian stories being told by South Asians

The 5X Festival Block Party is back in person this year and tickets are limited -- you won't want to miss out!

The harassment faced by Harsha Walia speaks to the treatment of racialized women on the frontlines of activism

#FreeBritney and what it means for women everywhere

Born, bred, and brought up in Surrey: lyricist Chani Nattan speaks about the making of Diljit's latest track

The double standards of Sha’Carri Richardson’s Olympic ban highlights the treatment of Black women in Sports

The unfair taboo of brown girls and tattoos

Why the cancellation of Sidhu Moose Wala’s 2019 5X Fest performance is still relevant

Fearless and unique: queer artist Jag Nagra’s work is all about the expression of authenticity

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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