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

Arts & culture

Sufi Soul to Hometown Phenomenon : Asad Khan Named Cultural Ambassador for City Of Surrey

Khan speaks to 5X Press about his career and what the award means to him.

December 23, 2020

News

Community demands answers after incident of police violence against Black student at SFU

A Black alumnus from SFU was violently attacked and arrested by an RCMP officer on December 11.

December 23, 2020

Community

Mani Jassal on her new loungewear collection Chez Moi

South Asian evening wear designer Mani Jassal speaks to 5X Press about her latest collection

December 15, 2020

Arts & culture

Bollywood’s “Teri Bhabhi” ignites conversation around the ‘Bro-Code’ and Women’s Agency

A song from the movie ‘Coolie No.1’s’ is the latest Bollywood song raising red flags.

December 15, 2020

Community

Vancity Bhangra offers free online bhangra fitness classes for all levels

Learn new Bhangra moves you can break out post-COVID-19!

December 15, 2020

News

“Smashing the Ceiling”: Raj Chouhan becomes the first South Asian speaker of the B.C. Legislature

The accomplishment becomes more pronounced in light of Chouhan's activism and public service.

December 15, 2020

Conversation

The soil in which my roots are planted has always been, and always will be, Panjab

Diasporic South Asians always pull through for issues in their homeland.

December 8, 2020

Community

BIPOC businesses to support this holiday season

This holiday season, let’s all support small BIPOC businesses that have been affected by COVID-19

December 8, 2020

Conversation

Bhupinder Hundal takes over as news director at Global BC: Here's why it matters

Global News BC names Bhupinder Hundal as News Director and Station Manager.

December 8, 2020

Arts & culture

Snotty Nose Rez Kids and Skinny Local collab for epic cultural mashup “Screaming Indian”

In a mashup of Indian and Indigenous cultures, Snotty Nose Rez Kids and Skinny Local pair up.

December 8, 2020

Arts & culture

Mixed reviews for “Funny Boy,” film chosen to represent Canada at the Oscars

A Canadian film by Deepa Mehta raises concerns for the Tamil community.

December 8, 2020

Community

New book explores untold stories of South Asian pioneer experience in BC

Untold Stories by Karen Dosanjh works to honour history and inspire the future.

December 1, 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

News

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

Sufi Soul to Hometown Phenomenon : Asad Khan Named Cultural Ambassador for City Of Surrey

Community demands answers after incident of police violence against Black student at SFU

Mani Jassal on her new loungewear collection Chez Moi

Bollywood’s “Teri Bhabhi” ignites conversation around the ‘Bro-Code’ and Women’s Agency

Vancity Bhangra offers free online bhangra fitness classes for all levels

“Smashing the Ceiling”: Raj Chouhan becomes the first South Asian speaker of the B.C. Legislature

The soil in which my roots are planted has always been, and always will be, Panjab

BIPOC businesses to support this holiday season

Bhupinder Hundal takes over as news director at Global BC: Here's why it matters

Snotty Nose Rez Kids and Skinny Local collab for epic cultural mashup “Screaming Indian”

Mixed reviews for “Funny Boy,” film chosen to represent Canada at the Oscars

New book explores untold stories of South Asian pioneer experience in BC

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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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Sufi Soul to Hometown Phenomenon : Asad Khan Named Cultural Ambassador for City Of Surrey

Community demands answers after incident of police violence against Black student at SFU

Mani Jassal on her new loungewear collection Chez Moi

Bollywood’s “Teri Bhabhi” ignites conversation around the ‘Bro-Code’ and Women’s Agency

Vancity Bhangra offers free online bhangra fitness classes for all levels

“Smashing the Ceiling”: Raj Chouhan becomes the first South Asian speaker of the B.C. Legislature

The soil in which my roots are planted has always been, and always will be, Panjab

BIPOC businesses to support this holiday season

Bhupinder Hundal takes over as news director at Global BC: Here's why it matters

Snotty Nose Rez Kids and Skinny Local collab for epic cultural mashup “Screaming Indian”

Mixed reviews for “Funny Boy,” film chosen to represent Canada at the Oscars

New book explores untold stories of South Asian pioneer experience in BC

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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