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

Conversation

Bollywood Celebs: stop endorsing fairness creams if you want to support Black Lives Matter

Bollywood celebrities endorse skin lightening creams yet claim support for BLM.

July 6, 2020

Conversation

Everyone deserves a chance to re-write their story

Millions sign "Justice for Mia Khalifa" petition.

July 6, 2020

News

Tik Tok: Classy, Bougie, Banned in India

India bans Tik Tok and 50 other apps after tensions with China heighten.

July 6, 2020

#5XCANVAS

‘Fair & Lovely’ changing it's name is a band-aid solution after profiting off colorism for years

The fight to dismantle colorism requires more than a simple name change.

July 6, 2020

Conversation

Cancel culture: Would you like to cancel your subscription?

To cancel or not to cancel, that is the question.

July 6, 2020

News

Letters to my city: 5X Press

Residents of Surrey explain why they want their city to act and stand up against systemic racism.

June 30, 2020

News

Letters to my city: Deepak Sharma

Residents of Surrey explain why they want their city to act and stand up against systemic racism.

June 30, 2020

News

Letters to my city: Harpo Mander

Residents of Surrey explain why they want their city to act and stand up against systemic racism.

June 30, 2020

Conversation

Letters to my city: Neesha Hothi

Residents of Surrey asks questions to councillors regarding systemic racism.

June 30, 2020

News

Letters to my city: Jeevan Sangha

Residents of Surrey explain why they want their city to act and stand up against systemic racism.

June 30, 2020

News

Black-owned businesses to support, now and always.

How can we channel this online advocacy beyond social media, and across different countries?

June 23, 2020

News

Grammys drop ‘urban’ from awards categories

The Recording Academy announces that the word ‘urban’ will no longer be part of its vocabulary.

June 22, 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

Bollywood Celebs: stop endorsing fairness creams if you want to support Black Lives Matter

Everyone deserves a chance to re-write their story

Tik Tok: Classy, Bougie, Banned in India

‘Fair & Lovely’ changing it's name is a band-aid solution after profiting off colorism for years

Cancel culture: Would you like to cancel your subscription?

Letters to my city: 5X Press

Letters to my city: Deepak Sharma

Letters to my city: Harpo Mander

Letters to my city: Neesha Hothi

Letters to my city: Jeevan Sangha

Black-owned businesses to support, now and always.

Grammys drop ‘urban’ from awards categories

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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Bollywood Celebs: stop endorsing fairness creams if you want to support Black Lives Matter

Everyone deserves a chance to re-write their story

Tik Tok: Classy, Bougie, Banned in India

‘Fair & Lovely’ changing it's name is a band-aid solution after profiting off colorism for years

Cancel culture: Would you like to cancel your subscription?

Letters to my city: 5X Press

Letters to my city: Deepak Sharma

Letters to my city: Harpo Mander

Letters to my city: Neesha Hothi

Letters to my city: Jeevan Sangha

Black-owned businesses to support, now and always.

Grammys drop ‘urban’ from awards categories

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

Browse by Topic

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