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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
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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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G. Sidhu’s new song raises awareness around mental health in the South Asian community
G. Sidhu is a popular Punjabi singer who is attempting to create awareness around mental health.
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10/5/21
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The Twitter feud that perpetuated anti-Black racism within the South Asian community
How one tweet set off a racist tirade from a segment of brown Twitter.
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10/4/21
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5X Weekly Roundup: Truth & Reconciliation Day, Britney is free, targeted harassment against Canadian journalists & more
A roundup of some stories you may have missed.
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10/1/21
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5 things we learned from putting on a festival during a pandemic
Takeaways from the epic celebration that was 5X Fest 2021.
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9/28/21
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Why I as a South Asian woman, have no interest in marriage

Breaking out of society’s expectation of how a South Asian woman should be, look like, and act.
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9/28/21
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Shushma Datt: a South Asian broadcasting pioneer who paved her own path

After receiving the 2021 Bruce Hutchison Lifetime Achievement Award, Datt sits down with 5X Press
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9/28/21
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Tesher: A rising musician whose bringing Bollywood to Hollywood

From Jalebi Baby to international success: who is Tesher, and what's next?
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9/28/21
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5X Weekly Roundup: The Gabby Petito Case, Tiger King 2, the Internet’s debate over Drake and Michael Jackson & so much more
A roundup of 5 stories you may have missed this week.
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Simiran Kaur Dhadli’s controversial new song has people divided. Here’s what happened.
Many are calling the song extremely problematic and embedded with internalized misogyny.
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