Much of this story is so familiar—kid from rural Punjab gets super in debt to study here, drives trucks, struggles. Less familiar: it turns out there's a huge audience in India eager to hear pop songs about the Canadian international student experience. thelocal.to/international-…

I'm going to be reposting this a lot, so bear with me. What a fab experience working with Wency Leung Editors who try and get the best out of you, and are kind - such a pleasure. Hope to work again together, doing more #local #journalism with The Local Magazine (Archived Account)

Late to repost. What a pleasure to work with Melanie Morassutti again, and tell the story of this #Somali restaurant in West End Phoenix profile of #Rexdale Go eat there. The food is amazing!

This was a story I'd been thinking about for a while. To dig into songs of young Punjabi Canadian musicians, understand what these playlist toppers reflect. Thrilled Nick Hune-Brown The Local Magazine (Archived Account) agreed it was a story worth telling.

Thank you so much for this honour! Such a great team effort Nick Hune-Brown Wency Leung Tai Huynh And shout-out to The Local Magazine (Archived Account) for providing space for this story. Appreciated this opportunity to dive into the music and lives of #punjabi #canadian artists, international students

A number of international students turned pop stars—AP Dhillon, Shubh, and others—“are developing a unique style and sound that are resonating with fans on both sides of the globe,” writes Aparita. thewalrus.ca/harkirat-sangha

Almost made me spit my tea David Common Ground beef *in* - or really anywhere near - pancakes?!

Looking forward to this conversation with Crystal King 💫 NOW ON THREADS We'll talk Dali, Greek mythology and decadent food - among other things. Toronto Public Library

Like many people, I try and avoid social media. But even I'd seen those posts about *Indian immigrants* in Canada. Often I'd scroll away. But sometimes I'd watch. But it's important to know what's being said. This piece for The Local Magazine (Archived Account) helped sort thoughts I'm still processing.

Great retrospective of Deepa’s work starting this Friday at TIFF! Loved this interview with Aparita for the Globe and Mail. theglobeandmail.com/arts/film/arti…

Despite calling to track/re-rate a package almost every day since Mar 22 UPS has abandoned the package I was supposed to receive. Not sure whom to call since calls always go to same call center - not in North America. So frustrating to know my package is in some facility Markham