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

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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

News

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

Community

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

What's trending

Sheerah Ravindren’s appearance in Black is King is a celebration of her Tamil identity

When discussing Sheerah’s appearance in Brown Skin Girl, we must acknowledge her Tamil roots

August 11, 2020

Arts & culture

Horsepowar’s latest EP is the unapologetic brown girl anthem we need right now

Horsepowar's latest EP is a banger.

August 4, 2020

Community

How The Sandy Lion’s #SandySuit is a love letter to her South Asian heritage

The subtle inclusion of South Asian elements to Sandy’s pieces has made her designs stand out.

August 4, 2020

What's trending

How one TikTok chef is putting a modern spin on traditional Indian recipes

Shreya’s recipes are an important form of storytelling as she weaves her personality into each dish

July 28, 2020

Arts & culture

Essential Reading: Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Namesake

A modern classic to add to your quarantine summer reading list

July 28, 2020

What's trending

Fair, slim and trim: Sima Taparia’s recipe for Indian Matchmaking

Reviewing Netflix's new show, Indian Matchmaking

July 28, 2020

Conversation

Black people are instrumental to self care and healing as we know it today

Black people are instrumental to self-care & self-healing as we know it today.

July 21, 2020

Community

Self-Care is a pathway towards radical empowerment for BIWOC

Self-care is not selfish. It is a tool needed to dismantle constant barriers and pressure.

July 21, 2020

Community

Drip or Drown: Aditi Mayer on sustainable fashion and decolonization

The blogger and photojournalist reminds us that fashion is much more than simply the clothes we wear

July 21, 2020

Community

Crown Prince of Bhangra continues to reign supreme decades later

The Crown Prince of Bhangra Jazzy B continues to be a powerhouse.

July 21, 2020

News

NBA season restarts amid health concerns and calls for racial justice

The NBA needs to show that they care about Black Lives Matter.

July 14, 2020

Conversation

We need more BIPOC in the world of animated TV, especially the writer’s rooms

White voice actors should step down from their non-white characters, but this is only the beginning.

July 14, 2020

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Death of Dalit garment worker highlights injustice in H&M’s supply chain

Jeyasre Kathiravel’s murder has sparked outrage worldwide.

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Creative Expression and Accessibility: Where do we draw the line?

Why imitation can’t always be flattering.

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4/13/21

What's trending

Contending with consent and power in the era of Youtube super stardom

Too many on the platform are using power as a way to exploit their influence.

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4/13/21

News

A one-of-a-kind Sikh Studies program is coming soon to the University of Calgary

UCalgary is taking donations to establish the Expanding Sikh Studies initiative

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4/13/21

News

Stop Asian Hate: Resources & What you can do

A list of readings and resources to allow you to think about the movement to #StopAsianHate

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3/30/21

Arts & culture

Indie music from India: Here are 5 artists who make the genre magical

A melting pot of various genres, the independent music in India is only growing

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3/30/21

Arts & culture

It’s sweet to be Kulfi: Meet the South Asian beauty brand celebrating culture and beauty

South Asian representation in the beauty industry has been on the rise, and Kulfi is leading the way

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3/30/21

News

After over 100 days of protests, Kisaan Sleepout looks to raise awareness for farmers in India

With heavy hearts we watched our elders march to Delhi. We had to do something.

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3/23/21

Arts & culture

Riz Ahmed makes history as first Muslim best actor nominee at the 93rd Academy Awards

The Oscars announced the most racially diverse slate of nominees that they have ever had.

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3/23/21

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Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

5X Weekly Roundup

Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

Uber drivers in the Lower Mainland continue to push for support and legislation protecting gig workers

What to expect from the exclusive Guayaki Lounge at the 5X Blockparty and Art Party next week

Learning about the meaning of Ramadan from those who celebrate

Sheerah Ravindren’s appearance in Black is King is a celebration of her Tamil identity

Horsepowar’s latest EP is the unapologetic brown girl anthem we need right now

How The Sandy Lion’s #SandySuit is a love letter to her South Asian heritage

How one TikTok chef is putting a modern spin on traditional Indian recipes

Essential Reading: Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Namesake

Fair, slim and trim: Sima Taparia’s recipe for Indian Matchmaking

Black people are instrumental to self care and healing as we know it today

Self-Care is a pathway towards radical empowerment for BIWOC

Drip or Drown: Aditi Mayer on sustainable fashion and decolonization

Crown Prince of Bhangra continues to reign supreme decades later

NBA season restarts amid health concerns and calls for racial justice

We need more BIPOC in the world of animated TV, especially the writer’s rooms

All ARTICLES

Death of Dalit garment worker highlights injustice in H&M’s supply chain

Creative Expression and Accessibility: Where do we draw the line?

Contending with consent and power in the era of Youtube super stardom

A one-of-a-kind Sikh Studies program is coming soon to the University of Calgary

Stop Asian Hate: Resources & What you can do

Indie music from India: Here are 5 artists who make the genre magical

It’s sweet to be Kulfi: Meet the South Asian beauty brand celebrating culture and beauty

After over 100 days of protests, Kisaan Sleepout looks to raise awareness for farmers in India

Riz Ahmed makes history as first Muslim best actor nominee at the 93rd Academy Awards

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Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

5X Weekly Roundup

Palestine: a cry for justice, empathy and understanding

Uber drivers in the Lower Mainland continue to push for support and legislation protecting gig workers

What to expect from the exclusive Guayaki Lounge at the 5X Blockparty and Art Party next week

Learning about the meaning of Ramadan from those who celebrate

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Sheerah Ravindren’s appearance in Black is King is a celebration of her Tamil identity

Horsepowar’s latest EP is the unapologetic brown girl anthem we need right now

How The Sandy Lion’s #SandySuit is a love letter to her South Asian heritage

How one TikTok chef is putting a modern spin on traditional Indian recipes

Essential Reading: Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Namesake

Fair, slim and trim: Sima Taparia’s recipe for Indian Matchmaking

Black people are instrumental to self care and healing as we know it today

Self-Care is a pathway towards radical empowerment for BIWOC

Drip or Drown: Aditi Mayer on sustainable fashion and decolonization

Crown Prince of Bhangra continues to reign supreme decades later

NBA season restarts amid health concerns and calls for racial justice

We need more BIPOC in the world of animated TV, especially the writer’s rooms

All ARTICLES

Death of Dalit garment worker highlights injustice in H&M’s supply chain

Creative Expression and Accessibility: Where do we draw the line?

Contending with consent and power in the era of Youtube super stardom

A one-of-a-kind Sikh Studies program is coming soon to the University of Calgary

Stop Asian Hate: Resources & What you can do

Indie music from India: Here are 5 artists who make the genre magical

It’s sweet to be Kulfi: Meet the South Asian beauty brand celebrating culture and beauty

After over 100 days of protests, Kisaan Sleepout looks to raise awareness for farmers in India

Riz Ahmed makes history as first Muslim best actor nominee at the 93rd Academy Awards

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