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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
December 1, 2020
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
December 1, 2020
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.
December 1, 2020
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
December 1, 2020
Conversation

Should we stop saying “Men are Trash”?
By saying men are trash, are we lowering the expectations of men?
November 24, 2020
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
November 24, 2020
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.
November 24, 2020
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
November 18, 2020
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
November 17, 2020
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.
November 17, 2020
News

Here's what we learned from putting on a virtual festival
The 5X Festival team reflects on the journey to the Mainstage.
November 10, 2020
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
November 10, 2020

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What’s Poppin, God? Mindy Kaling’s “Never Have I Ever” is almost here!
The perfect balance of nostalgia and belly-induced laughter awaits in Mindy Kaling’s newest series
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3/26/20
Community

The Antidote Tapes by Decibel Entertainment
"Love, positivity, art, & culture are some of the beautiful things that hold humanity together"
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3/19/20
Conversation

#metoo movement in India
Netflix’s film “Guilty” serves as a reminder that perhaps the movement still has a long way to go
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3/19/20
Arts & culture

Cornershop Releases New LP “England is a Garden”
Britpop band famous for their political music, releases new LP “England is a Garden,” after 3 years
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3/12/20
Arts & culture

Riz Ahmed’s “The Long Goodbye” is a Breakup Album Done right
His most recent short film and hip-hop album describes Riz’s breakup with Britain
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3/12/20
Conversation

To All of the Womxn Who Came Before Me
A Reflection of a South Asian Womxn’s Experience in 2020
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3/5/20
Community

The Singh Brothers wrestle at WWE Smackdown in Vancouver
The Bollywood inspired tag-team duo reflect on the obstacles they overcame to get to the WWE
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3/5/20
Community

5X Festival, Appoints Ravi Krishnan as Non-Executive Chairman
Introducing International Business Strategist and Entrepreneur Ravi Krishnan
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2/25/20
Arts & culture

Ghandi Money - DIVINE
DIVINE's new single "Ghandi Money" reaches 3.5 million views in less than a week.
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2/20/20

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