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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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.

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7/14/21

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#FreeBritney and what it means for women everywhere

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

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7/13/21

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

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7/13/21

What's trending

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.

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7/13/21

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.

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6/30/21

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.

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6/30/21

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.

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6/30/21

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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6/30/21

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!

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6/23/21

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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

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

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

Khanvict’s latest EP: an escape worth remembering

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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

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

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

Khanvict’s latest EP: an escape worth remembering

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