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Culture, community and conversation. 5X Press is the essential South Asian youth culture magazine in Canada, covering all things arts & culture, trending topics, news, & so much more. We connect our community to one another, and to the world. 5X Press is written and published in Surrey, BC, by a team of 14 writers. Edited by Interim Editor, Harpo Mander.

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Arts & culture

Netflix India faces boycott threats after inter-faith kiss in “A Suitable Boy”

The scene in question features a Hindu character sharing a kiss with her Muslim lover inside a Hindu
News

Delhi Chalo: Farmers march to India’s capital to protest controversial farm bills

Millions have joined the march to India’s capital in demonstration. Read on for ways you can support
News

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.
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
Conversation

Should we stop saying “Men are Trash”?

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

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

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

Kiran Rai: from Youtube to owning her own production agency

As her most recent venture, Rai has launched a creative agency alongside her best friend

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Conversation

The problem with romanticizing the overworked mother

Just because women can balance it all, doesn’t mean they should have to
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10/12/22
Community

Editor's Note: Celebrating Three Years of 5XPress

Editor-in-chief Jeevan Sangha shares where we’ve been and where we’re going at the Press
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10/6/22
Conversation

4 things I wish I knew about going to therapy

Everyone says go to therapy, but is it really the only way?
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10/5/22
News

If they stop, they die: Iranian protesters and journalists are fighting for freedom

Iranian protestors and journalists in growing danger as protests related to Amini's death continue
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10/5/22
Arts & culture

Season 2 of "Desi Me Dating" pops off

Desi Me Dating by PopShift is back for season 2 and is a must-watch.
Read Article
9/27/22
Community

Finding a new “Identity of Wellness”

5XPress sits down with Summan Kandola, entrepreneur and wellness activist about her new documentary.
Read Article
9/14/22
Arts & culture

Pallavi Sharda on Netflix’s "Wedding Season" and the power of South Asian representation

5XPress sat down with actress Pallavi Sharda to talk all things “Wedding Season”
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9/7/22

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