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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
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5X Festival, Appoints Ravi Krishnan as Non-Executive Chairman
Introducing International Business Strategist and Entrepreneur Ravi Krishnan
February 25, 2020
Arts & culture

Ghandi Money - DIVINE
DIVINE's new single "Ghandi Money" reaches 3.5 million views in less than a week.
February 20, 2020
Conversation

Sikhi, period blood, and mxnstrual health
"I’m on a journey to support self-care for women and all genders...."
January 29, 2020
Arts & culture

This Trine Can Transcend Time – Khanvict x Raaginder x REVÈ Show Review
January 22, 2020
Community

Sher Vancouver Celebrates the Strength of Diversity In Promo On Upcoming Local Film "Emergence: Out of the Shadows"
January 14, 2020
Arts & culture

Khanvict - Turiya Turiya Music Video
Aunties at a rave is probably the last thing I thought I'd ever see. But it happened…
January 10, 2020
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5 Poppin’ Surrey Artists to Look Out for In 2020
Looking for some new artists to follow in 2020? Check out our list of dope young talent in Surrey.
January 6, 2020
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Some Top 10 Playlists to End Off Your 2019 Right
2019’s coming to an end, so end it off with a bang.
December 26, 2019
What's trending

Poojaproject's Top 10 Fashion Trends of 2019
From athleisure obsession to biker shorts with blazers, 2019 was the year of fun fashion choices.
December 26, 2019
Arts & culture

Skinny Local Shares His Favourite Jams from 2019
Here is a list of cutting-edge tracks from South Asian artists from this year.
December 23, 2019
Community

Vancouver, Beware – This Trio of Brown Excellence Is Unstoppable
Here’s our review of The Planet Goonda Tour, in Vancouver, by Cartel Madras
December 22, 2019
Arts & culture

Have A Merry Litmas With More Top 10 Playlists from 2019
Tis’ the season to jam out to the best 2019 tracks before the year-end.
December 15, 2019

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Sh*t you can't ask your parents: Impostor syndrome
"We are expected to be damn near perfect."
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6/27/22
Arts & culture

My reflections on Mississippi Masala and Anti-Blackness in the South Asian community
Dismantling anti-Blackness by unlearning what we’ve been taught
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6/22/22
Conversation

My mom did my Palla ceremony and I have no regrets
The choice to have my mother complete the Palla Rasam became very controversial within my family
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6/20/22
Conversation

You can keep your Rainbow slacktivism this Pride month
PRIDE has gone from a radical celebration to a corporate ploy for money, and we aren't here for it.
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6/15/22
Community

A local woman’s reflection on how access to abortion in B.C. impacted her life

Healthcare in the province is still falling short.
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6/15/22
What's trending

Why Love Island is my not-so-guilty pleasure
And I don't feel bad about it one bit.
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6/15/22
Community

Ruex Cafe and Bar— a must-try brunch spot and lounge in the heart of Surrey

Check out Surrey’s newest Australian inspired brunch spot on King George
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6/8/22
Community

Meet the performers: Aanam’s music blends cultures and sounds from all around the world
Aanam shares everything about her musical journey from her influences, role models and more.
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6/8/22
Arts & culture

Meet the performers: Rehma, a dreamy artist making her own space in the music world
Rehma will be hitting the stage at the 5X Blockparty on June 11
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6/7/22

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