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

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

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

Everyone deserves a chance to re-write their story

Millions sign "Justice for Mia Khalifa" petition.

July 6, 2020

Tik Tok: Classy, Bougie, Banned in India

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

July 6, 2020

‘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

Cancel culture: Would you like to cancel your subscription?

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

July 6, 2020

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

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

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

Letters to my city: Neesha Hothi

Residents of Surrey asks questions to councillors regarding systemic racism.

June 30, 2020

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

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

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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How does a show about doctors have such a problem representing us?

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