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Getting to the root of a soil problem
B Magazine, Published on 21/09/2014
» Our family friend Annop Ongsakul’s tamarind tree in Phuket toppled over following incessant rains two weeks ago. I was surprised, for tamarind counts among the sturdiest of trees. It thrives in a wide range of soil and climatic conditions, from clay to sandy soil, and in places where rain is evenly distributed or where there is a long and very pronounced dry season. It has an extensive root system, which contributes to its resistance to drought and strong winds.
Empowering the disabled
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 12/08/2014
» Bedridden for more than five years after being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, Boonruay Saekow conceded his life back then could not have been more useless.
Academics ease Ebola fears
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 02/08/2014
» Academics have urged Thais not to panic over the Ebola outbreak because there is a slim chance it will spread to Thailand, even though the fatal virus has so far killed more than 700 people in Africa.
Dengue fever hits Samui island
Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 04/07/2014
» Public health officials are undertaking a campaign to fend off the spread of dengue fever on Koh Samui which made the island one of the worst cases in Surat Thani province.
The cycle of life is not a motorcycle
B Magazine, Andrew Biggs, Published on 20/04/2014
» It was late one night this week and the local motorcycle gangs were out in force along Srinakarin Road.
Making money from others' misery
Life, Anchalee Kongrut, Published on 02/04/2014
» Rubbish disposal in Thailand can be a very dirty business, metaphorically as well as literally speaking. The recent fire at a garbage dump in tambon Phraeksa, Samut Prakan province, smouldered for days, necessitating the temporary evacuation of people living in its immediate vicinity and blanketing large swathes of eastern Bangkok in haze. And this past Sunday, another blaze erupted at a dump site in Samut Prakan, this time in Bang Phli district.
None but the brave
Life, Parisa Pichitmarn, Published on 21/10/2013
» Like any perfectly-toned and seasoned diver, American athlete David Colturi glibly leaps off the 10-metre platform at Hua Mak swimming pool to execute a couple of somersaults before slicing into the water with a slick barani. He jumps off the high platform as easily as if it were only one metre like any other US national champion can, but the main difference is that he enters the water feet first. To do so is to go against every natural instinct and reflex a normal diver has ever known, as well as to defy all lessons taught and what the muscles have been trained _ and want _ to do. Albeit lesser known, the ability to enter the water feet first effortlessly with such an experienced sleekness is a signifying mark that this is also a cliff diver we're looking at.
Pretty thoughtful pampering
Muse, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 05/10/2013
» Women and beauty are two inseparable terms. Women and breast cancer are also closely linked. In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, beauty brands around the world are showing their support in the fight against breast cancer, one of the main causes of death among women worldwide, by releasing limited edition items to raise awareness about the disease and also raise funds for health organisations. Here is how you can support the beauty brands that are making a difference.
Sea change
Life, Yvonne Bohwongprasert, Published on 09/09/2013
» With the wind in his face and salt spray in his hair, Patinyakorn Buranrom has co-skippered his yacht to make Thai sporting history. Now the 29-year-old is back on land and sitting pretty after clinching third place with his team in the world-famous Transpac 2013 _ the longest of the two oldest ocean races in the world. He's become the first Thai to win the coveted position.
Decoding dengue
Life, Published on 09/07/2013
» July is low season for tourism in Thailand since the rains keep most holidaymakers away, although some intrepid travellers may venture out to ride river rapids and more. One particular visitor, however, spells serious trouble for people. The Aedes aegypti mosquito, responsible for transmitting dengue, comes out to play in this season. With news agencies indicating the possibility of the largest-ever dengue epidemic in Thailand this year, we subject the disease to close scrutiny, analysing symptoms and preventative measures.