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

Anxious mom series: The local vacation I almost didn’t take

Sharing my anxieties around travel, weddings, COVID, and life in general as an anxious mom.

August 3, 2022

Why the way we treat divorced South Asian women is a matter of life and death

When will we stop shaming women for getting a divorce?

July 28, 2022

5 Female & Non-Binary South Asian DJs you should follow

They are giving us the freshest tunes with Desi influences

July 28, 2022

Mentorship Series x People of The Community: Utkarsh Ambudkar

A compilation of insights from trailblazing South Asians by People of the Community.

July 28, 2022

Unpacking the appropriation of regional music in bollywood

Bollywood’s latest song remake fits within a long history of appropriating regional music

July 19, 2022

Only Splinters to Remember You by Violet Myles

5XPoetry by Violet Myles.

July 12, 2022

Canadian universities do not need a "free speech guardian"

No one needs a bureaucrat’s permission to be free.

July 6, 2022

"I didn't think anyone cared," South Asian man shares his challenges with mental health

It's important we create space for the men around us.

July 6, 2022

Online hate sparks conversation regarding homophobia in the South Asian community

Homophobic comments were recently left on a 5XFest Pride post on Instagram.

July 5, 2022

No exemptions from Reconciliation: my reflections as a child of immigrants

As settlers on this land, reconciliation is our responsibility too. Time to learn and take action.

June 29, 2022

Diljit sells out arenas and makes history as a Punjabi artist

Diljit’s Born to Shine tour takes over Canada and leaves everyone with an unforgettable experience.

June 28, 2022

Sh*t you can't ask your parents: Impostor syndrome

"We are expected to be damn near perfect."

June 27, 2022

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

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