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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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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.
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.
News

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

Jeyasre Kathiravel’s murder has sparked outrage worldwide.
What's trending

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

Why imitation can’t always be flattering.
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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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Arts & culture

A Marvel series about a Muslim superhero? Yes please!

Marvel's first solo series to feature a muslim female superhero is coming to Disney+ in 2021
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10/13/20
Arts & culture

Actor Dan Levy reminds us about India’s persistent censorship problem

Disappointed, but not surprised - why censoring a kiss between men is just the tip of the iceberg.
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10/13/20
Conversation

Bollywood needs to do a better job with LGBTQ representation

Akshay Kumar is set to play a trans character in upcoming film Laxxmi Bomb.
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10/6/20
News

Farmer protests in India: What you need to know

Farmers across India are outraged at new reform bills that leave them vulnerable to exploitation
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10/6/20
News

First female coach of South Asian heritage hired by Memphis Grizzlies

Sonia Raman becomes the first female South Asian coach in the league.
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10/6/20
News

Let’s call it what it is: Racism

During the presidential debate, a question concerning the issue of “race and violence" fell short.
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10/6/20
What's trending

Web MD’s big blunder: Definitely not my cup of cha

Brown Twitter roasted WebMD’s disrespectful take on a “chai latte” off the internet.
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10/6/20
Community

Sustainable clothing options in the Indian fashion market

Sustainability has always been a staple of South Asian cultures, there seems to be a gap in fashion.
Read Article
9/29/20

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