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November 14, 2023
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Afrofuturism in Art : Here are 5 local Black artists we’re grateful for
Afrofuturism is reimagining a future filled with art, science and technology through a Black lens.
February 23, 2021
Arts & culture

Bridgerton’s Casting of Simone Ashley and the Evolution of Tamil Representation on Screen
From Mindy Lahiri to Apu, South Asian representation on screen has seen the good, the bad and the ou
February 23, 2021
Arts & culture

Namaste Wahala: the representation we’ve been waiting for, and that we need to unpack 
Namaste Wahala brings on the representation we need and hopefully continue to see. 
February 23, 2021
Arts & culture

“The Way We Love”: A profound intergenerational reflection of Punjabi culture and resilience
A spoken word visual project on intergenerational Punjabi families.
February 16, 2021
Conversation

Do we want people laughing with us, or at us?
We want to see more nuanced storytelling of South Asians.
February 16, 2021
Community

Being co-creator of your reality: Summan Kandola on bringing spirituality to the grind

Mindfulness, affirmations and being a co-creator of your own reality.
February 16, 2021
Conversation

Does Bollywood still deserve our support after repeatedly showing their true colours?
India's a nation where Bollywood celebrities are worshipped, but is it time we start questioning why
February 9, 2021
Conversation

I can’t be the only one who thinks Valentine’s Day is a scam
A malignant holiday worthy of no celebration.
February 9, 2021
Conversation

Spread love not COVID: Valentine’s date ideas you can do from home
COVID-friendly Valentine's Day Date ideas
February 9, 2021
News

How freedom of expression in the farmers’ protests is threatened both in and outside of India
India continues to show us the silencing of expression and press through the farmer’s protest.
February 9, 2021
Arts & culture

The White Tiger releases on Netflix, but not without controversy

From poverty porn to casteism, criticisms roll in for Netflix's The White Tiger.
February 3, 2021
Conversation

Making sense of pandemic fatigue
Are you feeling burnt out? Turns out most of us are.
February 3, 2021

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A Punjabi Sikh wins Miss Universe—but is it really a win?
Harnaaz Sandhu’s title as Miss Universe 2021 raises a wider conversation around representation.
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12/16/21
Conversation

Setting boundaries around the holidays with your big South Asian family
Boundaries during the holidays are tough especially within South Asian families.
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12/15/21
Community

Your 2021 Holiday Gift Guide for local & BIPOC Businesses

Happy shopping and happy holidays!
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12/15/21
Arts & culture

It’s beginning to look a lot like … Christmas movie season

*Cue “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” by Andy Williams*
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12/14/21
Arts & culture

20 years of a Bollywood classic: Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
It has left its undeniable mark on Bollywood, and its cultural impact and significance still remains
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12/14/21
Conversation

Why the demonized Indian "monster-in-law" isn’t the real problem
We fault mothers for giving too much. Why can't the sons stop taking so much?
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12/8/21
Arts & culture

Why India is a House of Secrets
How a Netflix docuseries on the Burari Deaths compels Indian society to confront its demons.
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12/8/21
Arts & culture

Agam Darshi talks "Donkeyhead," the Punjabi-Canadian experience, being a first-time director & more
Agam Darshi speaks of her “labour of love” in creating the film Donkeyhead
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12/7/21
Conversation

Why it's time to break the cycle around caste and dating in 2021
I spoke with a few people who have been personally impacted by the caste system.
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12/1/21

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