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

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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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

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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

Arts & culture

The not-so-glamorous side of Indian weddings: a review of Zoya Akhtar’s “Made in Heaven”

A review of "Made in Heaven," available on Amazon Prime.

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9/29/20

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.

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9/29/20

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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

Afrofuturism in Art : Here are 5 local Black artists we’re grateful for

Bridgerton’s Casting of Simone Ashley and the Evolution of Tamil Representation on Screen

Namaste Wahala: the representation we’ve been waiting for, and that we need to unpack

“The Way We Love”: A profound intergenerational reflection of Punjabi culture and resilience

Do we want people laughing with us, or at us?

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

Does Bollywood still deserve our support after repeatedly showing their true colours?

I can’t be the only one who thinks Valentine’s Day is a scam

Spread love not COVID: Valentine’s date ideas you can do from home

How freedom of expression in the farmers’ protests is threatened both in and outside of India

The White Tiger releases on Netflix, but not without controversy

Making sense of pandemic fatigue

All ARTICLES

A Marvel series about a Muslim superhero? Yes please!

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

Bollywood needs to do a better job with LGBTQ representation

Farmer protests in India: What you need to know

First female coach of South Asian heritage hired by Memphis Grizzlies

Let’s call it what it is: Racism

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

The not-so-glamorous side of Indian weddings: a review of Zoya Akhtar’s “Made in Heaven”

Sustainable clothing options in the Indian fashion market

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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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Afrofuturism in Art : Here are 5 local Black artists we’re grateful for

Bridgerton’s Casting of Simone Ashley and the Evolution of Tamil Representation on Screen

Namaste Wahala: the representation we’ve been waiting for, and that we need to unpack

“The Way We Love”: A profound intergenerational reflection of Punjabi culture and resilience

Do we want people laughing with us, or at us?

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

Does Bollywood still deserve our support after repeatedly showing their true colours?

I can’t be the only one who thinks Valentine’s Day is a scam

Spread love not COVID: Valentine’s date ideas you can do from home

How freedom of expression in the farmers’ protests is threatened both in and outside of India

The White Tiger releases on Netflix, but not without controversy

Making sense of pandemic fatigue

All ARTICLES

A Marvel series about a Muslim superhero? Yes please!

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

Bollywood needs to do a better job with LGBTQ representation

Farmer protests in India: What you need to know

First female coach of South Asian heritage hired by Memphis Grizzlies

Let’s call it what it is: Racism

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

The not-so-glamorous side of Indian weddings: a review of Zoya Akhtar’s “Made in Heaven”

Sustainable clothing options in the Indian fashion market

Browse by Topic

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