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Culture, community and conversation. 5X Press is the essential South Asian youth culture magazine in Canada, covering all things arts & culture, trending topics, news, & so much more. We connect our community to one another, and to the world. 5X Press is written and published in Surrey, BC, by a team of 14 writers. Edited by Interim Editor, Harpo Mander.

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Conversation

How Indian grocery stores produce culture and nostalgia in the diaspora

Indian grocery stores evoke nostalgia and act as social spaces for the community.
What's trending

Did ASOS miss the mark on their new South Asian “Bridal Wear” collection?

ASOS has newly introduced South Asian wedding attire, is it appropriation or appreciation?
Conversation

Did Canada turn its back on India’s worst public health crisis?

As India continues to be tragically affected by COVID-19, why is Canada not doing more to help?
Community

Five unique local South Asian restaurants to check out

Here are five local restaurants serving up an array of unique South Asian dishes.
News

COVID-19 is devastating India. What are Bollywood stars doing to help?

Some of Bollywood’s biggest stars are MIA as COVID-19 rages across India.
News

Surprise pop-up vaccination clinics neglect most vulnerable communities

Inequities in vaccine rollout revealed through a pop-up vaccination site in Surrey.
Conversation

“What’s in a Name?” Neetu Garcha answered, and children of immigrants can relate

Neetu Garcha’s video on name diversity offers us a chance to reflect on how we navigate the world.
News

The escalating COVID-19 situation in India, and how you can help

The second wave of the COVID-19 crisis has shaken India and its medical system to its core.
Community

Dank Mart: Built on creating community & leaving a legacy

We caught up with Spensir Sangara, owner of the popular snack bodega.
Community

The duality of a Brown Girl who Tokes

5X Press speaks with notable brown cannabis connoisseur Brown Girl Tokes.
News

What are the impacts of inequitable vaccine rollout both locally and globally?

Ensuring equitable access to vaccines among all populations start by acknowledging systemic racism.
News

One Voice Canada report highlights challenges faced by international students

International students are often left with little to no support navigating life in Canada.

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Community

Your Ultimate Guide to Bomb Coffee in Surrey

Here’s to finding good coffee right here in our city, without having to cross a bridge!
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3/23/21
Arts & culture

Disney’s Making a Movie About an Indian American DJ? Count Us In

The movie Spin is definitely the first of its kind and is set to release later this year.
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3/23/21
Arts & culture

Drink The Sea: A Poetic Documentary on Addiction

From the film maker: A personal and poetic look into the making of a documentary on addiction.
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3/16/21
News

COVID doesn’t discriminate, and neither should you

Racism has been a consistent theme since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. 
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3/16/21
Arts & culture

Junos documentary helps us get to know the real Fateh

Rapper Fateh talks to 5X Press about a new documentary made in partnership with the Junos.
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3/16/21
Community

Robyn Sandhu: A multi-talented artist expanding his limits

A talented writer and singer who is paving his own path in the Punjabi music industry
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3/3/21

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