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COVID-19 is devastating India. What are Bollywood stars doing to help?

Some of Bollywood’s biggest stars are MIA as COVID-19 rages across India.

May 4, 2021

The escalating COVID-19 situation in India, and how you can help

The second wave of the COVID-19 crisis has shaken India and its medical system to its core.

April 27, 2021

What are the impacts of inequitable vaccine rollout both locally and globally?

Ensuring equitable access to vaccines among all populations start by acknowledging systemic racism.

April 20, 2021

One Voice Canada report highlights challenges faced by international students

International students are often left with little to no support navigating life in Canada.

April 20, 2021

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

Jeyasre Kathiravel’s murder has sparked outrage worldwide.

April 13, 2021

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

April 13, 2021

Stop Asian Hate: Resources & What you can do

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

March 30, 2021

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.

March 23, 2021

Covering the Farmers’ protest as a female photo-journalist isn’t always picture perfect

From a journalist on the ground in India.

March 16, 2021

COVID doesn’t discriminate, and neither should you

Racism has been a consistent theme since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

March 16, 2021

How freedom of expression in the farmers’ protests is threatened both in and outside of India

India continues to show us the silencing of expression and press through the farmer’s protest.

February 9, 2021

What disinformation coming out of the Farmers’ Protests tells us about the treatment of dissent in India

The media is pushing nationalistic ideologies that are quite harmful.

February 3, 2021

5X Weekly Roundup

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

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