Explainer: The Plum Rain Season of East Asia

The East Asian rainy season, or meiyu, usually lasts from July to August. But why?

by Ned Kelly, 13 June 2022

UPDATE: Brace Yourselves... Typhoon Lekima Is Headed Toward Shanghai

The storm may make landfall in the Shanghai area this weekend. However, it's still possible the typhoon could change course.

by Justine Lopez, 07 August 2019

5 Waterproof Rain Gear Items

Stay dry during the wet summer months with these excellent water-resistant umbrellas, rain boots and raincoats.

by That's, 03 September 2019

Super Typhoon Maria Threatens to Hit Shanghai Next Week

Maria has intensified into a Category 5 storm and could very well pay a visit to Shanghai in the middle of next week.

by Molly Jett, 06 July 2018

DOE x RAINS Streetwear for Rainy Days

Defying humidity and bad weather.

by Dominic Ngai, 29 June 2017

Hot on Taobao: Star Wars Lightsaber Umbrella

An essential gadget for surviving the wet season.

by Cassandra Gu, 13 June 2018

A Quirky Raincoat Inspired by China's Famous Red-White-Blue Bag

How designer Luke Cardew made a raincoat with the sturdy tricolored material.

by Dominic Ngai, 10 May 2019

Yellow Alert Issued As Typhoon Lekima Approaches China

The storm will likely make landfall in Zhejiang province on Saturday morning and move toward Shanghai on Sunday.

by Justine Lopez, 08 August 2019

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