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Arts & culture

Is Bravo's ‘Family Karma” actually what we needed for the culture?

Family Karma is definitely a nuanced representation. Is it what the culture needed?
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Arts & culture

Khanvict’s latest EP: an escape worth remembering
Khanvict has released a new EP and we've got a review to go with it!
June 23, 2021
Community

Uncovering Rupi Kaur’s roots at 5X Fest
We're taking a look back at Rupi Kaur's roots with 5X Fest
June 23, 2021
Conversation

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.
June 16, 2021
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.
June 16, 2021
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.
June 16, 2021
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.
June 16, 2021
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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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?
June 9, 2021
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.
June 9, 2021
Conversation

OPINION: Repercussions of the myth of the mad genius

What are the dangers of romanticizing mental health and illness?
June 9, 2021
Conversation

Immigrants blind nationalism further perpetuates harm experienced by Indigenous peoples

Immigrant communities carry bias and lack of education around Indigenous communities.
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My journey on medication: A little white pill and a decade of change
Your environment truly does make a huge impact on how your mental health medication affects you
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Community

How son preference in the South Asian community contributes to the cycle of abuse and violence

The way we raise our sons plays a significant role in how we fail to protect our daughters
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10/26/22
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A Halloween Hater’s guide for surviving spooky season
‘Tis the season of ghouls and goblins, but what do you do if you’re a certified Halloween Hater™?
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10/24/22
Poetry

As history presses
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10/24/22
Poetry

Melody of Love
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10/24/22
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Jab We Met: Celebrating the modern Bollywood classic 15 years later
The film still remains a beloved Bollywood movie with a great rewatch potential
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10/19/22
Arts & culture

Hasan Minhaj’s latest Netflix special proves he is everyone’s favourite Jester once again
The King's Jester is a testament to Minhaj's ability to weave storytelling with social commentary
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Conversation

Navigating mental health care when your diagnosis “doesn’t exist”
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