On March 11, 2011, Japan experienced one of the most powerful earthquakes ever recorded. The magnitude 9.0 quake and the devastating tsunami that followed left a profound impact on the country and on everyone who lived and worked there. At the time, I was based in Tokyo, and like many …
The 8.9 earthquake that struck Japan was one of the most powerful ever recorded. Even hours later, Tokyo continued to experience strong aftershocks in the magnitude 5 to 7 range. As I write this, it is past midnight and the ground is still unsteady. In the middle of the chaos, …
Use this website to track earthquakes worldwide. It shows all earthquakes over a magnitude of 5. http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/map/
One of my favorite communication apps right now is Viber, a free download from the App Store that allows you to make voice calls over Wi-Fi or 3G to anyone in the world who also has Viber installed. What makes the app so convenient is the way it integrates with …
Japan has always been known for its creative and innovative vending machines, but the latest generation sets a new benchmark. At first glance, this unit looks more like a sleek flat-screen display attached to a refrigeration system than a traditional vending machine. The large touchscreen shows every available drink with …
As someone who works with multiple MIDI devices, including the Korg PadKontrol, Korg MicroKontrol, and the Edirol 61-key MIDI keyboard, I can say they are all excellent tools. However, getting them to work smoothly with Windows can sometimes be a challenge. Between driver installations, USB port quirks, and software configuration, …
Great news. One of the fastest growing LinkedIn groups focused on the intersection of fashion and Asia has officially surpassed 1,000 members worldwide. The growth has been incredible, and it reflects the strong demand for a community where fashion professionals across Asia can connect, collaborate, and share insights. To support …
I am excited to share some career news. I have joined Abercrombie & Fitch to lead the company’s entry into the Japanese market and its expansion across Asia. This is an important milestone in my career, and I am looking forward to helping bring the brand’s iconic retail experience to …
I’ve always been a fan of Drupal as a CMS. It’s powerful, flexible, and gives someone with a programming background like mine the freedom to build feature-rich websites with relatively little custom code. While the learning curve can feel steep at first, the payoff is worth it—the platform can do …
I’m excited to share that the redesigned version of joshuabellendir.com is officially up and running. My previous site design was more than five years old and starting to feel outdated, so I decided it was time for a fresh start. This new version is built on a modern content management …
