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Advertisement showing interfaith couple taken down amid outrage on social media
The depiction of a Hindu-Muslim couple led to boycotts and threats against jewelry brand Tanishq
October 20, 2020
News

Activists call for UN to probe Uyghur “genocide” in China
At least 1 million Uyghur (Uighur) Muslims have been interned in part of China since 2017.
October 20, 2020
Conversation

Exploring the intersection of caste and gender-based violence
After Hathras, the concept of caste-based violence should no longer be a debate
October 20, 2020
News

Young voters have the power to help reimagine our political system
The 42nd B.C. election is approaching quickly. Your vote matters.
October 13, 2020
News

Anti-Sikh violence in the US: Justice for Parmjit Singh
The killing of Parmjit Singh is one example of countless instances of anti-Sikh violence in the US.
October 13, 2020
Arts & culture

A Marvel series about a Muslim superhero? Yes please!
Marvel's first solo series to feature a muslim female superhero is coming to Disney+ in 2021
October 13, 2020
Arts & culture

Actor Dan Levy reminds us about India’s persistent censorship problem
Disappointed, but not surprised - why censoring a kiss between men is just the tip of the iceberg.
October 13, 2020
Conversation

Bollywood needs to do a better job with LGBTQ representation
Akshay Kumar is set to play a trans character in upcoming film Laxxmi Bomb.
October 6, 2020
News

Farmer protests in India: What you need to know

Farmers across India are outraged at new reform bills that leave them vulnerable to exploitation
October 6, 2020
News

First female coach of South Asian heritage hired by Memphis Grizzlies
Sonia Raman becomes the first female South Asian coach in the league.
October 6, 2020
News

Let’s call it what it is: Racism
During the presidential debate, a question concerning the issue of “race and violence" fell short.
October 6, 2020
What's trending

Web MD’s big blunder: Definitely not my cup of cha
Brown Twitter roasted WebMD’s disrespectful take on a “chai latte” off the internet.
October 6, 2020

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Community

Meet the performers: Robyn Sandhu, a poet who sings his way into people’s hearts
Robyn Sandhu is one of the amazing artists performing at 5X Blockparty on June 11.
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5/18/22
What's trending

Discourses I hated: Royals, racists & why we need to eat the rich

The things I hated this week.
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5/13/22
Poetry

Poems on heartbreak, by Tasheal Gill
A collection by 5XPress writer Tasheal Gill.
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5/11/22
Arts & culture

How the portrayal of leading ladies in Bollywood impacted my idea of what it means to be a suitable partner

Why does Bollywood sell only one ‘perfect’ leading lady as an acceptable love match?
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5/11/22
Community

4 Asian Heritage Month events to Check out in Vancouver
Some exciting events to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander month in Vancouver.
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5/11/22
News

Anti-Sikh attacks have been on the rise in recent months in the U.S.

Four Sikh elders have been attacked in parts of New York over the last month.
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5/11/22
Conversation

Why can’t we let female celebrities age in peace?
Madonna’s viral TikTok and aging under public scrutiny.
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5/5/22
Conversation

The stigma of being a working mom in the South Asian community
You don't stop being a person when you become a mom
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5/4/22
What's trending

Kim Kardashian’s Marilyn Monroe moment is about more than just the dress
It’s time we stop glamorizing disordered eating and fad diets
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5/4/22

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