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

Community

Leading intentionally: New West School Trustee Gurveen Dhaliwal on creating meaningful change

As the elected Chair of the Board of Education, Gurveen is committed to supporting students.

April 13, 2021

What's trending

Brown TikTok and the troll industrial complex

How one brown boy is capitalizing on the troll industrial complex. And how it’s kind of our fault.

April 13, 2021

News

Death of Dalit garment worker highlights injustice in H&M’s supply chain

Jeyasre Kathiravel’s murder has sparked outrage worldwide.

April 13, 2021

What's trending

Creative Expression and Accessibility: Where do we draw the line?

Why imitation can’t always be flattering.

April 13, 2021

What's trending

Contending with consent and power in the era of Youtube super stardom

Too many on the platform are using power as a way to exploit their influence.

April 13, 2021

News

A one-of-a-kind Sikh Studies program is coming soon to the University of Calgary

UCalgary is taking donations to establish the Expanding Sikh Studies initiative

April 13, 2021

News

Stop Asian Hate: Resources & What you can do

A list of readings and resources to allow you to think about the movement to #StopAsianHate

March 30, 2021

Arts & culture

Indie music from India: Here are 5 artists who make the genre magical

A melting pot of various genres, the independent music in India is only growing

March 30, 2021

Arts & culture

It’s sweet to be Kulfi: Meet the South Asian beauty brand celebrating culture and beauty

South Asian representation in the beauty industry has been on the rise, and Kulfi is leading the way

March 30, 2021

News

After over 100 days of protests, Kisaan Sleepout looks to raise awareness for farmers in India

With heavy hearts we watched our elders march to Delhi. We had to do something.

March 23, 2021

Arts & culture

Riz Ahmed makes history as first Muslim best actor nominee at the 93rd Academy Awards

The Oscars announced the most racially diverse slate of nominees that they have ever had.

March 23, 2021

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!

March 23, 2021

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Arts & culture

5 Female & Non-Binary South Asian DJs you should follow

They are giving us the freshest tunes with Desi influences

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7/28/22

Community

Mentorship Series x People of The Community: Utkarsh Ambudkar

A compilation of insights from trailblazing South Asians by People of the Community.

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7/28/22

Arts & culture

Unpacking the appropriation of regional music in bollywood

Bollywood’s latest song remake fits within a long history of appropriating regional music

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7/19/22

Poetry

Only Splinters to Remember You by Violet Myles

5XPoetry by Violet Myles.

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7/12/22

News

Canadian universities do not need a "free speech guardian"

No one needs a bureaucrat’s permission to be free.

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7/6/22

Conversation

"I didn't think anyone cared," South Asian man shares his challenges with mental health

It's important we create space for the men around us.

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7/6/22

Conversation

Online hate sparks conversation regarding homophobia in the South Asian community

Homophobic comments were recently left on a 5XFest Pride post on Instagram.

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7/5/22

Conversation

No exemptions from Reconciliation: my reflections as a child of immigrants

As settlers on this land, reconciliation is our responsibility too. Time to learn and take action.

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6/29/22

Diljit sells out arenas and makes history as a Punjabi artist

Diljit’s Born to Shine tour takes over Canada and leaves everyone with an unforgettable experience.

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6/28/22

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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

Leading intentionally: New West School Trustee Gurveen Dhaliwal on creating meaningful change

Brown TikTok and the troll industrial complex

Death of Dalit garment worker highlights injustice in H&M’s supply chain

Creative Expression and Accessibility: Where do we draw the line?

Contending with consent and power in the era of Youtube super stardom

A one-of-a-kind Sikh Studies program is coming soon to the University of Calgary

Stop Asian Hate: Resources & What you can do

Indie music from India: Here are 5 artists who make the genre magical

It’s sweet to be Kulfi: Meet the South Asian beauty brand celebrating culture and beauty

After over 100 days of protests, Kisaan Sleepout looks to raise awareness for farmers in India

Riz Ahmed makes history as first Muslim best actor nominee at the 93rd Academy Awards

Your Ultimate Guide to Bomb Coffee in Surrey

All ARTICLES

5 Female & Non-Binary South Asian DJs you should follow

Mentorship Series x People of The Community: Utkarsh Ambudkar

Unpacking the appropriation of regional music in bollywood

Only Splinters to Remember You by Violet Myles

Canadian universities do not need a "free speech guardian"

"I didn't think anyone cared," South Asian man shares his challenges with mental health

Online hate sparks conversation regarding homophobia in the South Asian community

No exemptions from Reconciliation: my reflections as a child of immigrants

Diljit sells out arenas and makes history as a Punjabi artist

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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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Leading intentionally: New West School Trustee Gurveen Dhaliwal on creating meaningful change

Brown TikTok and the troll industrial complex

Death of Dalit garment worker highlights injustice in H&M’s supply chain

Creative Expression and Accessibility: Where do we draw the line?

Contending with consent and power in the era of Youtube super stardom

A one-of-a-kind Sikh Studies program is coming soon to the University of Calgary

Stop Asian Hate: Resources & What you can do

Indie music from India: Here are 5 artists who make the genre magical

It’s sweet to be Kulfi: Meet the South Asian beauty brand celebrating culture and beauty

After over 100 days of protests, Kisaan Sleepout looks to raise awareness for farmers in India

Riz Ahmed makes history as first Muslim best actor nominee at the 93rd Academy Awards

Your Ultimate Guide to Bomb Coffee in Surrey

All ARTICLES

5 Female & Non-Binary South Asian DJs you should follow

Mentorship Series x People of The Community: Utkarsh Ambudkar

Unpacking the appropriation of regional music in bollywood

Only Splinters to Remember You by Violet Myles

Canadian universities do not need a "free speech guardian"

"I didn't think anyone cared," South Asian man shares his challenges with mental health

Online hate sparks conversation regarding homophobia in the South Asian community

No exemptions from Reconciliation: my reflections as a child of immigrants

Diljit sells out arenas and makes history as a Punjabi artist

Browse by Topic

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