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

News

“Groping without skin-to-skin contact is not sexual assault” rules Indian high court

Promotion withdrawn for Justice Ganediwala after controversial rulings in two sexual assault cases

February 3, 2021

News

What disinformation coming out of the Farmers’ Protests tells us about the treatment of dissent in India

The media is pushing nationalistic ideologies that are quite harmful.

February 3, 2021

Conversation

From Prem Jyotish to Co-Star: how Astrology became mainstream

Why you’re more like your parents than you think.

February 3, 2021

Community

Getting to know Intense: the international producer who never forgot his roots

Getting to know Surrey's own internationally known producer Intense.

February 3, 2021

Conversation

Abstract artist Erin Sandhu on navigating the world through her creative expression

January 27, 2021

Conversation

Leaving behind outdated traditions: It’s time to evolve the doli ceremony

The married chapter of a woman's life does not need to be marked by romanticized tearful goodbyes.

January 27, 2021

Community

Meet Sharan Guruparan, the cover girl for the Cartel Madras Weed anthem

“BIPOC women running a whole cannabis cartel? Of course I’d be down.”

January 27, 2021

News

Live-streaming the revolution: historic tractor march documented on social media

The revolution is being live-streamed, and we can’t afford to change the channel.

January 27, 2021

News

Wrongfully claiming Indigenous heritage is harmful to Indigenous communities

The Canadian film industry has been rocked after allegations that prominent filmmaker Michelle Latim

January 27, 2021

News

White Supremacy posters spotted in parts of Vancouver, Surrey and Nanaimo

White Supremacist posters were spotted across British Columbia following the pro-Trump riots.

January 19, 2021

Conversation

Can we be kinder to our bodies in 2021?

Whether you’ve gained weight or not, there are a million reasons to be kinder to our bodies in 2021.

January 19, 2021

What's trending

Why you need to get on the Avan Jogia side of Tik Tok

Our favourite brown boy is taking TikTok by storm, and he deserves VIP seat on your For You page

January 19, 2021

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Arts & culture

Emily Ratajkowski’s "My Body" is a striking commentary on power, control, and the commodification of women’s bodies

Her essays explore her views on power, control and sexuality as a woman

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1/12/22

Arts & culture

Netflix’s "Decoupled" offers a quirky and refreshing take on divorce

An Indian show in English with exceptional writing and talent that portrays divorce in a nuanced way

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1/12/22

Arts & culture

How Punjabi music videos fail brown models

From lack of representation to unfair portrayals, how double standards impact Punjabi women in media

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1/11/22

What's trending

Discourses I hated this week: January 3 - 7

A breakdown of dumb things that were trending this week.

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1/7/22

Conversation

A therapist’s thoughts on why the New Year doesn’t have to come with so much pressure

A New Year doesn’t have to mean a new you

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1/5/22

Conversation

How finally saying “no,” ushered in the most meaningful growth and solitude of my life

A life-changing moment taught me and my mom a powerful lesson on asking for more.

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1/4/22

What's trending

Here’s a look back at some of the biggest pop culture moments from this year

All the stories we were talking, texting, and tweeting about in 2021.

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Our top 10 book recommendations of 2021

A list of books for every type of person—from the intersectional feminists to the rom-com obsessed.

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12/29/21

Conversation

A Year in Review: 2021’s biggest moments and lessons

Some big lessons were learned in 2021.

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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

“Groping without skin-to-skin contact is not sexual assault” rules Indian high court

What disinformation coming out of the Farmers’ Protests tells us about the treatment of dissent in India

From Prem Jyotish to Co-Star: how Astrology became mainstream

Getting to know Intense: the international producer who never forgot his roots

Abstract artist Erin Sandhu on navigating the world through her creative expression

Leaving behind outdated traditions: It’s time to evolve the doli ceremony

Meet Sharan Guruparan, the cover girl for the Cartel Madras Weed anthem

Live-streaming the revolution: historic tractor march documented on social media

Wrongfully claiming Indigenous heritage is harmful to Indigenous communities

White Supremacy posters spotted in parts of Vancouver, Surrey and Nanaimo

Can we be kinder to our bodies in 2021?

Why you need to get on the Avan Jogia side of Tik Tok

All ARTICLES

Emily Ratajkowski’s "My Body" is a striking commentary on power, control, and the commodification of women’s bodies

Netflix’s "Decoupled" offers a quirky and refreshing take on divorce

How Punjabi music videos fail brown models

Discourses I hated this week: January 3 - 7

A therapist’s thoughts on why the New Year doesn’t have to come with so much pressure

How finally saying “no,” ushered in the most meaningful growth and solitude of my life

Here’s a look back at some of the biggest pop culture moments from this year

Our top 10 book recommendations of 2021

A Year in Review: 2021’s biggest moments and lessons

Browse by Topic

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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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“Groping without skin-to-skin contact is not sexual assault” rules Indian high court

What disinformation coming out of the Farmers’ Protests tells us about the treatment of dissent in India

From Prem Jyotish to Co-Star: how Astrology became mainstream

Getting to know Intense: the international producer who never forgot his roots

Abstract artist Erin Sandhu on navigating the world through her creative expression

Leaving behind outdated traditions: It’s time to evolve the doli ceremony

Meet Sharan Guruparan, the cover girl for the Cartel Madras Weed anthem

Live-streaming the revolution: historic tractor march documented on social media

Wrongfully claiming Indigenous heritage is harmful to Indigenous communities

White Supremacy posters spotted in parts of Vancouver, Surrey and Nanaimo

Can we be kinder to our bodies in 2021?

Why you need to get on the Avan Jogia side of Tik Tok

All ARTICLES

Emily Ratajkowski’s "My Body" is a striking commentary on power, control, and the commodification of women’s bodies

Netflix’s "Decoupled" offers a quirky and refreshing take on divorce

How Punjabi music videos fail brown models

Discourses I hated this week: January 3 - 7

A therapist’s thoughts on why the New Year doesn’t have to come with so much pressure

How finally saying “no,” ushered in the most meaningful growth and solitude of my life

Here’s a look back at some of the biggest pop culture moments from this year

Our top 10 book recommendations of 2021

A Year in Review: 2021’s biggest moments and lessons

Browse by Topic

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