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

The Supreme Court's involvement in the farmers' protests is not a step in the right direction

The Supreme Court's comments might seem to spark optimism, but they are not a good sign.

January 19, 2021

News

City of Surrey votes against land acknowledgement: here's why we expect more

The City of Surrey has once again shown their lack of commitment in addressing racism in Surrey.

January 19, 2021

News

The storming of The US Capitol and its connection to race, politics, and the criminal justice system

“We aren’t asking you to shoot them, we are asking you not to shoot us like you don’t shoot them.”

January 12, 2021

Arts & culture

Not By Chance: Our favourite Brown Munde close off 2020 with complete bangers

AP Dhillon, Gurinder Gill, and Money Musik release their first EP, Not By Chance.

January 12, 2021

Community

Surrey’s Juvy Kooner signs with Portuguese soccer team S.C. Braga

From Surrey, BC, to the soccer pitch in Portugal, a homegrown talent is headed to the big leagues.

January 12, 2021

News

Numerous Canadian politicians resign after traveling abroad amid pandemic

While public health officials urge us to stay at home, politicians are going on vacation.

January 12, 2021

Arts & culture

Conflicting reviews roll in for popular new Pixar film “Soul”

While some loved the film, others pointed out criticisms or contradictions in their representation.

January 12, 2021

Arts & culture

Artists we discovered this year, underground and in the mainstream

Here are some artists we discovered this year!

December 30, 2020

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Our top obsessions of 2020

After the year of the lockdown, here are some of the top obsessions we’ve picked up while being home

December 30, 2020

What's trending

2020 Wrapped: A year in review

Yep, this actually happened. Taking a look at the wild year we had.

December 30, 2020

Community

Community organization launches mutual aid fund for BIPOC youth amid pandemic

The Winter Support Fund is a mutual aid system Leading in Colour has set up.

December 23, 2020

News

Fiji’s latest cyclone: A wakeup call for leaders in the climate crisis

Just last week, Cyclone Yasa was the second largest storm to hit the Southeast Pacific this year.

December 23, 2020

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Scotland becomes first country in the world to make menstrual products free

Scotland leads the way with this crucial step in the right direction for women's health.

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12/1/20

Conversation

Decriminalizing drugs looks at addiction as a health issue instead of a criminal issue

Vancouver council voted to decriminalize the possession of illicit drugs on Wednesday, November 25th

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12/1/20

Conversation

Should we stop saying “Men are Trash”?

By saying men are trash, are we lowering the expectations of men?

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11/24/20

News

FIFA VP resigns after derogatory remarks about South Asians, LGBTQ folks, and women

England Football Association chairman and former FIFA VP resigned after making offensive remarks

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11/24/20

Conversation

The intergenerational impact of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Thirty years since its inception and the show is still remembered by millions, including my dad.

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11/24/20

News

Eva Longoria's comments ignite conversation about unity among minorities

Comparing and pitting minorities against one another is counterproductive and only helps the oppress

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11/18/20

News

Guess Who’s Back? CBC Teams Up with Jus Reign for a New Comedy Series

After a 2 year hiatus, Jus Reign is back with something to look forward to

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11/17/20

Arts & culture

The relevance of Veer Zaara 16 years after it’s release

The message is not only relevant but is also more important now than it has ever been.

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11/17/20

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Here's what we learned from putting on a virtual festival

The 5X Festival team reflects on the journey to the Mainstage.

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11/10/20

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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

The Supreme Court's involvement in the farmers' protests is not a step in the right direction

City of Surrey votes against land acknowledgement: here's why we expect more

The storming of The US Capitol and its connection to race, politics, and the criminal justice system

Not By Chance: Our favourite Brown Munde close off 2020 with complete bangers

Surrey’s Juvy Kooner signs with Portuguese soccer team S.C. Braga

Numerous Canadian politicians resign after traveling abroad amid pandemic

Conflicting reviews roll in for popular new Pixar film “Soul”

Artists we discovered this year, underground and in the mainstream

Our top obsessions of 2020

2020 Wrapped: A year in review

Community organization launches mutual aid fund for BIPOC youth amid pandemic

Fiji’s latest cyclone: A wakeup call for leaders in the climate crisis

All ARTICLES

Scotland becomes first country in the world to make menstrual products free

Decriminalizing drugs looks at addiction as a health issue instead of a criminal issue

Should we stop saying “Men are Trash”?

FIFA VP resigns after derogatory remarks about South Asians, LGBTQ folks, and women

The intergenerational impact of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Eva Longoria's comments ignite conversation about unity among minorities

Guess Who’s Back? CBC Teams Up with Jus Reign for a New Comedy Series

The relevance of Veer Zaara 16 years after it’s release

Here's what we learned from putting on a virtual festival

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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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The Supreme Court's involvement in the farmers' protests is not a step in the right direction

City of Surrey votes against land acknowledgement: here's why we expect more

The storming of The US Capitol and its connection to race, politics, and the criminal justice system

Not By Chance: Our favourite Brown Munde close off 2020 with complete bangers

Surrey’s Juvy Kooner signs with Portuguese soccer team S.C. Braga

Numerous Canadian politicians resign after traveling abroad amid pandemic

Conflicting reviews roll in for popular new Pixar film “Soul”

Artists we discovered this year, underground and in the mainstream

Our top obsessions of 2020

2020 Wrapped: A year in review

Community organization launches mutual aid fund for BIPOC youth amid pandemic

Fiji’s latest cyclone: A wakeup call for leaders in the climate crisis

All ARTICLES

Scotland becomes first country in the world to make menstrual products free

Decriminalizing drugs looks at addiction as a health issue instead of a criminal issue

Should we stop saying “Men are Trash”?

FIFA VP resigns after derogatory remarks about South Asians, LGBTQ folks, and women

The intergenerational impact of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

Eva Longoria's comments ignite conversation about unity among minorities

Guess Who’s Back? CBC Teams Up with Jus Reign for a New Comedy Series

The relevance of Veer Zaara 16 years after it’s release

Here's what we learned from putting on a virtual festival

Browse by Topic

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