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An all-too-familiar sight
Life, Thana Boonlert, Published on 21/09/2021
» Torrential rain has recently left many areas underwater. Last month, it caused flash flooding and forest runoff in the northern provinces. Caught off guard, residents climbed onto rooftops as water swept into their properties.
A monsoon special
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 17/07/2020
» The star of the Indian monsoons isn't the sometimes torrential rain but "bhutta" or corn on the cob. Every street corner has a vendor with a small charcoal grill serving up piping hot corn, which has been given a good rubbing with fresh lime and chill.
One more for the road
B Magazine, Andrew Biggs, Published on 25/11/2018
» Yesterday, the Ploenchit Fair completed a full circle. The quintessential British event returned to its mother's breast, the British embassy, as a swansong for the grounds themselves. There are not that many annual events on the expat calendar that have stood the test of time. There are the various embassy balls, of course, and this year Fight Night made a successful return after its alleged demise in 2016.
Monsoon tales
Guru, Eric E Surbano, Published on 13/07/2018
» While the scorching heat of Thailand will always be around, we're now into the season where that would be alleviated with a "bit" of rainfall. Yes, it's rainy season in Thailand, which means an increase in picky taxi drivers, wet floors on the BTS and Minesweeper-like pavements that could spew dirty water on you when you step on them. Despite the great inconvenience it causes, it also results in great stories that shouldn't just be kept to ourselves. Having said that, we asked you, our dear readers, what experiences you've had in the torrential downpour season, and as always, you didn't disappoint. Here are our faves.
Finding its level
Life, Arusa Pisuthipan, Published on 07/06/2017
» After two heavy downpours over the past couple of weeks, citizens have come to realise that Bangkok, even with seven drainage tunnels, is still vulnerable to flooding.
Stuck in the middle with you
B Magazine, Andrew Biggs, Published on 18/09/2016
» Something weird is happening on the streets of Bangkok.
Come rain or shine
Muse, Napamon Roongwitoo, Published on 25/04/2015
» April has proved to be an interesting month; from scorching heat to torrential rain, we have seen it all. It’s also one of the least skin-friendly months of the year, thanks to the sweat and humidity in the air which seems to melt away any make-up you put on your skin.
Hair guru's bash brings 'saturday night fever to a boil
B Magazine, Usnisa Sukhsvasti, Published on 16/06/2013
» Known for his larger than life persona, hair guru Somsak Chalachol decided to revive his annual birthday party after having refrained for the past few years, and this year's bash pulled out all the stops with a retro Saturday Night Fever theme. The idea was apparently dropped by friends over a casual lunch, and invitations were soon issued over the social network depicting Somsak in John Travolta's famous disco pose, complete with white three-piece suit.
Ware to wow
Life, Samila Wenin, Published on 16/10/2012
» Elle Fashion Week 2012 kicked off late last week against the backdrop of a threat which was neither imaginary nor metaphorical. Looming over the white marquee set up in front of CentralWorld were ominously dark clouds pregnant with the prospect of torrential rain _ something that could very well eclipse the success of this, the longest-running and most prestigious fashion showcase in the Kingdom.