Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

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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

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

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

Avan Jogia: Creative, in every sense of the word

If you last saw Avan Jogia in Victorious, you’re seriously missing out.

November 10, 2020

Fusion is Sandy Lion's middle name - in fashion and in her journey as a creative

Creativity is the name of the game in both fashion, and in how Sandy Gill approaches her career.

November 10, 2020

25 years of DDLJ: A timeless classic

It’s been 25 years since Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge forever changed the face of Bollywood cinema.

November 3, 2020

Breaking barriers: A creative director and filmmaker on following a career in the arts

Creative director and filmmaker Jyothi Tatter speaks to 5XPress about his career.

November 3, 2020

Code-Switched: a new South Asian web series about friendship

Exploring the “in-betweenness” of first-gen life

November 3, 2020

Should your wedding really be to die for?

COVID-19 numbers continue to spike in much of BC, but mostly in the Fraser Health Region.

November 3, 2020

Let’s talk about pregnancy & infant loss so people don’t have to suffer in silence

October is Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month, and 1 out of every 4 pregnancies endures a loss.

October 27, 2020

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Here’s what you need to know about the most popular game of 2020

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October 27, 2020

Single in a pandemic? The trials and tribulations of a single girl navigating COVID-19

A stubborn girl’s account of being single through COVID.

October 27, 2020

Fateh drops an album of bangers to end 2020 off on a high note

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October 27, 2020

“Welcome to my Hood": Cultural appropriation or a symbol of unity?

Diljit’s latest track “Welcome to my Hood,” raises some cultural appropriation concerns.

October 27, 2020

Disrupting the “uncles club” in South Asian media

It's time to disrupt the South Asian media landscape.

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