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How much are vendor security assurances worth after the CIA leaks?

Lucian Constantin | March 14, 2017
Software vendors will fix these vulnerabilities, but users should remember that there are always zero-day exploits out there

Following the recent revelations about the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency's cyberespionage arsenal, software vendors reiterated their commitments to fix vulnerabilities in a timely manner and told users that many of the flaws described in the agency's leaked documents have been fixed.

While these assurances are understandable from a public relations perspective, they don't really change anything, especially for companies and users that are the target of state-sponsored hackers. The software they use is not less safe, nor better protected, than it was before WikiLeaks published the 8,700-plus CIA documents last Tuesday.

The leaked files describe malware tools and exploits used by the CIA's cyber divisions to hack into all major desktop and mobile operating systems, as well as into networking gear and embedded devices like smart TVs. The documents don't contain the actual code of those tools and some of the supposedly more telling descriptions have been redacted.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange said that his organization will share unpublished details with software vendors so that the vulnerabilities can be patched. But even if WikiLeaks does that, it's important to realize that the information only represents a snapshot in time.

The most recent date string in the documents is from early March 2016, potentially indicating when the files were copied from the CIA's systems. Some of the exploit listings suggest the same.

For example, the page describing exploits for Apple's iOS contains a table that has them arranged by iOS version. That table stops at iOS 9.2, which was released in December 2015. The next significant update, iOS 9.3, was released in late March 2016.

One kernel exploit, codenamed Nandao, which was obtained from the U.K.'s GCHQ, is listed as working for iOS versions 8.0 to 9.2. Does that mean that it doesn't work on iOS 9.3 or even more recent versions of the operating system? Not necessarily. It's more likely that the table stops at 9.2 because that was the latest version of iOS when the CIA files were copied.

Moreover, it's highly unlikely that Apple can tell if this and other exploits have been patched or not without additional details. The only description for "Nandao" is that it's a heap overflow memory corruption vulnerability, and there's no indication for which kernel component it's actually located in.

"Unless Apple obtained full details and/or the exploits as well as performed a thorough root cause analysis, Apple can't be sure that newer versions aren't affected," Carsten Eiram, chief research officer at vulnerability intelligence firm Risk Based Security, said via email.

That's also the case for flaws affecting other software. Eiram's company was able to confirm that some have been patched, but some still work in the latest versions of the programs they affect, like a DLL hijacking flaw in the Prezi Desktop presentation software.

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Sunday, February 26, 2012

Passing the winter hours: Puzzles

Another activity to pass the time is puzzles. I enjoy jigsaw puzzles a few times a year. I rarely attempt one larger than 500 pieces. This one I picked up at the antique mall for half price, and it's a bit of a challenge at 1000 pieces. It still had some large chunks put together (thank Heaven!)

I've made it through the awkward stage where you are putting straight edges along the sides to see where you've forced pieces (they angle slightly) and am closing in on the stage where you are sure there are at least three pieces missing. And since this on is used, that could be true!

I've taken a break to wander around the yard in the sunshine checking to see what bulbs are up... daffodils only... and have put some stuffed pork chops and a frozen apple pie from the last of my apples in the oven (thanks Mom). Now, back to the puzzle board.

  1. A tomato puzzle! How neat, I have never seen one of those before. I love putting them together, but unfortunately all my inside critters love to take them apart.

  2. My trouble with puzzles is they consume my life until I've finished them. Which is not good when it is a large or difficult one that reasonably takes many hours. I end up obsessed, grouchy from too little sleep, and slightly crosseyed.

  3. I envy those who can do puzzles and have fun while doing so. Like Bif, puzzles aren't something I can walk away from. They tend to consume my life until I give up in utter and tired frustration fifteen hours and ten properly connected pieces after I started and throw the whole works in the garbage.


December 22, 2016 by Amber Nelson

Northrop Grumman finds success collaborating with community colleges

(Photo Courtesy of Northrop Grumman)

More than 15 years ago, Northrop Grumman and Antelope Valley College (AVC) began a long and successful public-private collaboration to form college curricula to better prepare the aerospace workforce of tomorrow. In February 2016, they expanded their partnership in response to an increase in manufacturing work. The latest iteration of the custom-made vocational program is on track to graduate about 115 students in its first year with plans to increase the graduate pool up to 400 per year over time.

The unique collaboration leverages the strengths of each partner, and results in qualified staff for Northrop Grumman, gainful employment for the majority of graduates and a community college program that closes the skills gap. The Strong Workforce Program and the California Community Colleges' Doing What MATTERS for Jobs and the Economy framework supports California’s economic growth and global competitiveness by investing in industry-specific partnerships, education, training and services that contribute to a highly skilled and productive workforce.

Northrop Grumman’s Orville Dothage, a manufacturing manager there, is one of the driving forces behind the creation and implementation of this innovative and ambitious program. He shares insights and inspiration for building a program that creates pathways to employment and strengthens the local economy:

How does Northrop Grumman describe the collaboration with Antelope Valley College?

The existing collaboration Northrop Grumman has with AVC is a partnership industry needs, and the charter of AVC to satisfy industry’s needs. This requires effort on both sides. Northrop Grumman has defined, advised, and in some cases, provided materials and instructors to AVC to produce a graduate that meets our entry-level technician requirements. AVC in turn creates the required course materials, facility, and instructors to produce a graduate that meets our needs for an entry-level mechanic. This relationship needs to be maintained to keep the course materials current. This is done through participation by Northrop Grumman on AVC advisory boards and foundation boards, as well as AVC’s participation in working level meetings at Northrop Grumman. This collaboration provides Northrop Grumman qualified candidates for entry-level positions, while providing AVC a constant student population that allows them to meet the needs of the community.

What were the incentives for Northrop Grumman to get involved? What are the biggest benefits for Northrop Grumman in this partnership?

Northrop Grumman is always looking for innovative ways to provide our customers with products of the highest quality that meet or exceed their requirements on schedule every time. With our continued and significant growth in the Antelope Valley, we recognized that we would need to increase the number of classes at AVC to produce more candidates to meet our entry-level technician staffing needs. AVC’s flexibility allowed them to expand the program to meet the current needs and they will be able to maintain the increased number of classes to meet the needs of the community and Northrop Grumman.

How would you compare the students who come to you from this collaboration with average applicants who have not completed the program?

Northrop Grumman only hires entry-level technicians from the AVC certificate program.

When you look forward, what do you see for this collaboration? How many potential hires do you expect to make from this program in the next year? The next 3 years?

What advice do you have for other corporations that may be struggling to locate and hire an adequately trained workforce?

I would highly encourage companies to work with their local community college and the local government. The city of Palmdale was key in pulling together support such as the Goodwill’s workforce and career development agency, along with support from many others from the county of Los Angeles. Palmdale and the support agencies were essential in ensuring that every class was filled to capacity and provided funding options for those students who qualified. The number of female applicants also continues to grow for this training program and more women are graduating with each cohort. This is how a community can work together to fulfill a private-sector need while providing veterans, people with disabilities, and the unemployed, with an opportunity to enter into the aerospace industry with the potential of a long-term career ahead of them.

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The municipality of Timilpan is located in the Mexican state of México. Timilpan is populated by 14335 inhabitants.

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1a. y 2a. Mza. Rincón de Bucio (San Isidro) - Population: 1532

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Why 2018 in Markets Feels So Awful
We’re back to normal after 2017, an idyllic outlier in many respects.
Bloomberg, April 18, 2018.

Last year was unusual in many respects for financial markets. When expectations for how events normally unfold become challenged by data way outside its normal range, it is easy to imagine the world has gone mad. A science-fiction genre exists where the protagonists have jumped to (or awoken in) an alternative world. Think “The Man in the High Castle,” the “Star Trek” episode “Mirror, Mirror” and “It Can’t Happen Here.”

To this group, you can add a new title: “Outlier 2017.” I can imagine the sonorous baritone voiceover during the opening scene: “It was a year filled with aberrations.” To wit:

— Above average U.S. market returns;
— Record corporate profits;
— Even higher returns overseas, especially for U.S. investors when priced in dollars;
— Record low market volatility;
— Record high political volatility;
— Fed funds rates near record lows;
— Market interest rates near record lows;
— Below normal inflation;
— Low bond yields.

But those unusual data points are ephemeral, as statistical outliers always revert to historical means — eventually. And so that is what we are living through this year. Indeed, if 2017 was a year of eccentricity, then 2018 represents a return to normalcy.

What has changed?

What has changed? Combine above-average returns, the passage of time, and a very specific technical event, and you create the right environment for reversion. The U.S. equity markets have risen for nine consecutive years, and during seven of those nine years, it rose by double-digit amounts. It’s easy to see markets getting a little ahead of themselves, and needing to digest those gains. Those who look at the longer market cycle after this fantastic run wouldn’t call a quarter or three of sideways action unexpected.

Why did volatility suddenly return? Consider that long run of gains by the broad indexes. Active traders and hedge funds found a profitable trade in making highly leveraged bets against volatility. Of the dozen or so exchange-traded funds and exchange-traded notes designed to make this bet, much of the capital was concentrated in just a few of them. The precise factor that precipitated the blow-up of these products is unknown.

My best guess is that someone somewhere back in February decided enough was enough — it was time to take their chips off the table. For some historical perspective, let’s look back to December 2006, when the VIX, which is sometimes referred to as the market’s fear index, hit a cyclical low of 9.39, just as the housing market began to stumble and stock markets were beginning their final run-up ahead of the Great Recession and a subsequent 57 percent crash. For anyone looking for a technical signal that the moment had come to unwind a levered VIX trade, that time was as good a time as any.

As the VIX was getting closer to its record low of 8.56 in November 2017, my guess is a chain of events led large holders of the leveraged volatility notes to start cashing out. A trickle at first, then a flood. As so often happens, selling begat more selling, especially with this highly leveraged trade. Pretty soon, a vicious volatility cycle was underway. It wasn’t an outright panic but rather gradual selling that fed on itself, playing out over a few months, from November to February, when the VIX spiked to 50.3.

Why would selling volatility notes cause volatility to rise? There is an old adage on Wall Street that goes, “When you are under pressure, you don’t get to sell what you want, you sell what you can.” Meaning, whatever is liquid and easily converted into cash gets sold, often to meet margin calls. Anecdotally, some traders owned S&P 500 ETFs market indexes as the underlying collateral for volatility notes purchased on margin. As volatility spiked, the value of the notes exceeded its value underlying the margin. When the trade began to get squirrely, someone needed to raise cash, and fast. This could explain why markets took a hit in response to a rise in volatility.

This is only theory, a surmise barely disguised as a guess. But it’s as good an explanation as any I have seen anywhere else.

The return of volatility changed the tone of the market. 1  The reaction to various tweets by President Donald Trump was very different, even if Trump’s rhetoric was the same as last year. So why did traders respond to things in 2018 that they ignored in 2017? Your guess is as good as mine.

I have said before that presidents get too much credit for market rallies, and too much blame for their crashes. The “Trump slump” narrative is every bit as invalid as the “Trump bump” heard so often last year. But today, the world sees thing differently.

1. There have been similar changes to inflation, corporate profits, political volatility, inflation, Fed funds rates, interest rates, and bond yields. We shall address these in a future column.

Originally: Why 2018 in Markets Feels So Awful


Feldenkrais and Yoga

Two movement activities even more naturally married than some of our other offerings, Feldenkrais and Yoga both promote stability and oneness in the physical and mental self. Both use movement and breath and help to developing awareness, improving skeletal support, increasing muscular efficiency, and support the idea that beautiful movement emerges from good organization.

Where they differ is in yoga’s direction to identify and push limits, as opposed to Feldenkrais’ intent on exploring existing relationships between parts of body and mind, and to improve upon their efficiency. Practice of both can enhance practice of each in that their benefits align on a growth pattern toward centeredness and wellness.

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  1. Line the bottom of 9 inch, 6 inch and 3 inch pans with parchment rounds and grease the sides. Set oven to preheat at 350 degrees F.
  2. Start by browning the butter.  In a large heavy skillet (preferably light in color), melt the butter. Swirl constantly until butter turns golden/light brown and smells nutty, about 5 minutes. Transfer to small bowl to cool to room temperature.
  3. In large bowl, whisk together cake flour, 2 1/2 cups sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt and set aside.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together cooled brown butter, buttermilk, the 12 egg yolks, vegetable oil, and vanilla.  Set aside.
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  9. Bake in the oven; baking time depends heavily on size of the pans and how many you are cooking in the oven at a time. I’d estimate 20-25 minutes if using 9 inch rounds, 12-15 minutes for 3 inch rounds, 18-20 for 6 inch rounds.  I set a timer for intervals of 10 minutes, rotated the pans after the first 10 minutes and watched the smaller pans carefully. The center of the cake should have a little spongy bounce with light finger pressure, toothpick test should come out just clean, the top will be slightly golden, and the sides may just be pulling away from the cake pan. Cool on a wire rack in the pan for 10 minutes and then remove from the pan to cool on the wire rack completely.
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  2. Grease your hands very well with the shortening and heavily grease your counters with the shortening– pretty much anything that the marshmallow will touch. Dump the melted marshmallow onto the counter and add 3/4 of the sugar on top in the middle.
  3. Start kneading the marshmallow, folding the marshmallow over the sugar to incorporate the sugar. As the sugar is being absorbed into the marshmallow, add more sugar to the marshmallow and continue to knead. This will take a bit of time and work so be patient. Continue to grease your hands and the counter if the fondant becomes too sticky. If the fondant tears, it means it’s too dry so add a bit of water a tablespoon at a time. The fondant should be smooth and elastic.
  4. Let the fondant sit for a few hours if possible and wrap in plastic wrap. When you are ready to decorate the cake, lightly sprinkle powdered sugar on the counter and cut the ball of fondant into two, roll out one half of the fondant to about 1/8 inch thick, keeping the other half wrapped in plastic.
  5. Cut out the fondant that covers the top of each layer of your cake by tracing a circle about 1 inch wider than edge of the pans you used to bake the cake. This will allow the top later to hang over the edge of each layer. Set these fondant layers aside.
  6. Cut about one inch wide strips long enough to wrap around the circumference of each layer, about 7-9 strips per layer.
  7. Using kitchen shears make snips about every 1/2 inch halfway up the strips and along the circumference of the three pieces of round fondant that goes on top of each layer.
  1. In the stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter on high speed until light and fluffy.
  2. Turn the mixer to low and slowly add the confectioner’s sugar. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and turn the mixer on medium for another 30 seconds to blend well.
  3. With the mixer still on medium speed, add the vanilla, cinnamon, and salt and mix until well combined, stopping to scrape the sides of the bowl as necessary.
  4. Return the mixer to low and add the melted (cooled) chocolate in a slow stream. Mix until no streaks remain, stopping again to scrape the bowl as necessary.
  5. Use immediately, or can be refrigerated for up to one week. Bring to room temperature before using.
Cake Assembly
  1. Cut each layer horizontally into two layers. Frost each layer with the Mexican chocolate frosting and a thin layer on the tops and sides of each layer so the fondant has something to stick to.
  2. Start decorating each layer by wrapping each fondant strip around layers, gently pressing the fondant into the cake to make it stick. Repeat up the sides of the cake and top with the round fondant cut out. Smooth out the top and edges with your hands. The warmth of your hands will re-mold the fondant. Repeat with each layer.
  3. Trim three dowels so they are the exact height of the base layer. Place the middle layer centered on the base layer on top of the dowels. Place the smallest layer on top.
  4. Decorate with fresh flowers.


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10 Signs An Introvert Secretly Likes You

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Introverted people are just some of the most difficult people to figure out. They aren’t very expressive and they tend to keep to themselves most of the time. So if you ever find yourself becoming romantically interested in an introverted person, then you are in for a bit of a tough time.

Whenever you develop a romantic interest for someone, you always want to make sure that they have some kind of interest in you as well before you actually expose your feelings to them. But with introverted people, they do such a good job at hiding what they really feel, that you would never be able to tell how they feel about you – especially if you don’t know what it is you’re supposed to be looking for.

But of course, there are some very subtle signs that they will be exhibiting whenever they do develop some kind of romantic interest in you. You just have to make sure that you know what they are so that you can sniff them out. Here are 10 signs an introvert secretly likes you.

1. They deliberately go outside of their comfort zone just to spend time with you.

An introvert always wants to be in their comfort zone. It’s just how they are. They get uncomfortable fairly easily – especially in high-pressure social situations that force them to interact with other people. However, they are willing to put themselves through discomfort if it means that they get to spend time with you.

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2. They awkwardly try to find reasons to talk to you.

Introverts aren’t the best talkers in the world. Why? They lack practice. And the reason that they lack practice is because they don’t like talking much in general. So if they’re constantly trying to find reasons to talk to you, no matter how awkward their approach might be; it’s highly likely that they like you.

3. They act hot and cold with you because they don’t know how to be around you.

They don’t want to come off as too strong. But they don’t want to be coming off as indifferent and disinterested either. And so they will act hot and cold with you. They will be inconsistent – because it’s the only way they know how to be around you.

4. They invite you into their physical space.

Take note: usually, introverts don’t like to be touched. They have some kind of invisible forcefield around them – and whenever someone manages to penetrate that forcefield, they get very uncomfortable. But when it comes to you, not only are they welcoming of it, they actually want you to be there. You are the exception to the rule.

5. They open up to you about the intimate aspects of their lives.

As you may already know, introverts don’t typically like to open up about their lives. But if they like you, they will gradually tear their walls down just to make you feel like they trust you. They will give you some kind of special interest to make you feel like you are really special to them.

6. They quiet down whenever you’re in a group setting.

Introverts don’t perform well in large group settings. They are more intimate in nature. And so whenever they hang out with you in large groups, they won’t really try to draw any attention to themselves. They are too worried that they might say or do something that will make them look foolish.

7. They are at their best when they’re just texting with you.

They love texting. That’s when they really allow their personalities to shine. They will be eloquent. They will be smart. They will be witty. They love texting because it gives them the time to really think about how they’re going to respond to you.

8. They really show a genuine concern for you.

Introverted people tend to keep to themselves a lot. They tend to get very caught up trying to process their own personal feelings that they don’t really have the time or energy to be processing the feelings of other people. But when it comes to the people they like, it’s a whole different story. They will really make an effort to take your feelings and emotions into consideration as well – even when they are overwhelmed by their own.

9. They make it a point to maintain constant communications with you.

Not only are they communicating with you, but they’re actually the ones who take the initiative to do so. Typically, they don’t really like to draw out conversations with people. However, it’s always going to be different with the people they’re romantically interested in.

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10. They give you advice whenever they think that they have something to offer.

An introvert hates it whenever other people uninvitedly get into their personal business. And so they also make it a point to never interject their own thoughts into the lives of others. But with you, it’s different. They feel invested in your life somehow. And so when they see that you’re in need of some advice, they won’t hesitate to just reach out to you.

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There are many people available that can, or claim so that you can, help you find out about yourself. Friends can help you, along with many good teachers and pros who will explain your feelings and analyze your ideas.

Pick-up a magazine for additional information about self improvement. Having a good personal development book can give you insight and advice that can make a change in your life forever. Books on the topic of personal development could be poorly written. To prevent this, make sure you read books which have been reviewed well.

Make use of your core principles to assist you as you may set out to do something. Your personality is strongly shaped and maintained by these principles. In case you have an effective foundation to protect them upon (and you need to), on your own esteem will manage to benefit from adherence to your core principles. This will also promote consistency in your lifetime and actions, which is a trait just about everyone finds admirable.

Excessive alcohol use can lead to liver, kidney and circulatory disorders. Are you currently a smoker? What activities will you participate in who have negative effects on your own body? You ought to treat the body as if it is a temple. Kicking your worst habits is really a large part of becoming a happier and more healthy individual. Consider your habits and decide to omit habits out of your life that can be described as harmful.

You can learn to regulate how you feel inside a stressful situation. Whenever you can remain calm during stressful situations, you may feel confident enough to manage anything. Take the time and make sure you breathe.

Prevent the temptation to comfort yourself having a shopping spree. Spend your time on more productive and useful pursuits. Clean the house, play an instrument or occupy a sports activity. This can reduce stress, save you money and turn you in a more interesting, well-rounded person.

Understanding how to react selflessly is an indication of progress inside the path of self improvement this hyperlink Being able to sacrifice for others, and feeling joy with their happiness, develops your character. Being able to make sacrifices for other individuals without hurting yourself can help you end up being the person you need to be.

Every day life is unpredictable and going for a few calculated risks is essential. It is far from uncommon for a person to protect yourself from the feeling of rejection or failure while at simultaneously, leading a life that they feel is confining and unfulfilled. Furthermore, taking reasonable risks shows you are brave. This boost to your self-confidence will carry you far!

Define something specific you would like to change about you, and alter that. Not taking action to modify your life just means you’ll be stuck with your own one forever. Start working on your goals and do your best to ensure they visit fruition.

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Herbs In The Kitchen Tips

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Which herbs can I add to bread?

Herb Breads

It's very easy to make bread at home and many people have joined the ranks of those who keep a bread machine in their kitchen. Herb bread makes a fine accompaniment to a fragrant soup, but can also hold its own with a salad or cheese and olives.

If you have access to an herb garden, you are truly in luck, as fresh herb bread is only a short wait away.

Try adding chopped oregano or marjoram into your bread mix. Rosemary, garlic and chili make a spicy addition, as do olives and sun dried tomatoes.

If you want a sweet bread, add 200g raisins and chopped prunes, two teaspoons of ground cinnamon and one teaspoon of Christmas spice or mixed spice to a 500g bread mix.

How can I use rosemary in my cooking?

Rosemary And Potato: A Marriage Made In Heaven

Rosemary has all sorts of uses round the house and kitchen. It cleans and disinfects worktops, dyes your hair, scents rooms, protects from cold and is often used as a marinade or rub for lamb, in herb oils and vinegars.

But in my mind, there is no better marriage than rosemary and potatoes. Roast potatoes with rosemary are a revelation, but the herb really comes to life in a simple potato and leek soup, adding depth, warmth and sophistication to these humble ingredients. Try it when it is cold, wet and miserably gray outside and see if I'm not right….

Clean and chop two or three leeks (white and green parts), sweat in a little butter until soft but not colored. Add two or three sprigs of rosemary and a pinch of dried chili and turn over in the butter. Now add three peeled, chopped potatoes and a liter of light stock (chicken or vegetable is fine). Bring to the boil, turn down the heat and simmer until the potato is tender. Fish out what is left of the rosemary and discard. Blend the soup until smooth and adjust the seasoning. Serve with more chopped rosemary, toasted hazelnuts and chili oil drizzled over.

What herbs go into pickling mix?

Marinades And Pickles

The preservative powers of many herbs make them ideally suited for marinades and pickling solutions. Seed heads of dill and fennel are usually included, as is black pepper, star anise and mustard seed. Coriander seed and chili make interesting additions. Add salt and sugar and steep the mix in hot vinegar before pouring over gherkins, silverskin onions, peppers, cauliflower or herrings.

Marinade beef or game in red wine, rosemary, black pepper and star anise for at least six hours before grilling or roasting. Rub lamb with a paste made from rosemary, garlic and salt before roasting.

How do I make pesto?

Herbal Pestos

Traditional pesto is made from basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and olive oil. In our house, this fragrant paste is served with pasta, grilled meat, tomato salad, and white fish.

But while traditional pesto demands fresh basil, it does not mean that other herbs cannot perform equally well. Experiment with other combinations of herbs, nuts and even oils.

Watercress, garlic and walnuts make an interesting, earthy combination. Try it with fresh wholemeal pasta or pork chops. Watercress and pine nuts make for a cleaner paste, good with new potatoes.

Parsley, garlic and hazelnut pesto, with Parmesan and hazelnut oil, makes a vibrant sauce for grilled cod or halibut.

Coriander (cilantro) pesto, made with pine nuts and a hint of cinnamon or cumin, is sensational with steamed new carrots.

Is herbal tea the only drink I can make with herbs?

Herbal Drinks

As well as making teas, herbs find their way into any number of refreshing beverages. There is, obviously, fresh mint in the famous Mint Julep, while borage flowers brighten the equally famous Pimms. So maybe it pays to look ‘sideways' at our traditional drinks and see how additions from the herb garden can change their style and character.

Adding herbs to lemonade turns a traditional summer drink into something sublime and sophisticated. Make a standard lemonade base (chop 4 lemons, steep in one liter of boiling water for 10 minutes, strain and add tablespoons of sugar) and add sprigs of herbs to it. Lemon balm goes well, as does basil, mint or thyme. Leave the herbs to infuse until the lemonade base is cool. Mix lemonade base with sparkling water. Add ice and an extra sprig of herb to serve.

Fruit juices can also be varied through an addition of herbs. Adding a sprig of fresh mint to apple juice, before serving with ice and sparkling water, produces a very refreshing drink. But if you warm the apple juice with dried orange peel and cinnamon instead, you end up with a fragrant, warming concoction that is not out of place at a Christmas party.

What can I use garlic for?

101 Uses For Garlic

In the kitchen alone garlic has a 101 uses. It can be roasted, grilled, stewed, sautéed and eaten raw – just don't burn it, as it will turn horribly bitter.

For something a little special, slice the top off a head of garlic. Drizzle over some olive oil, wrap the whole head in foil and bake in a medium oven for 30-40 minutes until the garlic is perfectly tender. Serve with good fresh bread, olives, feta cheese, a green salad and a bottle of red wine for an impromptu feast. Pop the garlic out of its skin and spread on the bread. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and eat with olives and cheese.

If you grow your own garlic, you'll be able to make fresh garlic soup. This is a very rare treat as shop bought garlic has usually been dried and has too strong a flavor. For this soup, use the garlic as soon as you have pulled it from the ground. Do not hang it up to dry. Peel and slice the garlic (use at least one whole head per person), and sauté in butter until soft. Do not let the garlic color. Add half vegetable or chicken stock and half milk to the soft garlic and bring to the boil. Add a sliced, peeled potato if you want a bit more substance to your soup. Simmer until the garlic has positively melted into the soup. Blend until smooth and taste. The soup should be pale and delicate and just scented with garlic. Season with salt and white pepper as required. Ladle into bowls, and sprinkle with finely chopped garlic chives.

What can I do with elderberries

Elderberry Delights

This takes me right back to my childhood, when a friend's mum made elderberry soup every autumn. As well as great taste and an outstanding color, it boasted ‘floats and swans' (rusks and meringue) as decoration.

To make elderberry soup, pick a few large seed heads and rinse them well under running water. Tie the seed heads in muslin (if you don't like sieving) or just submerge the seed heads in sugar water (one liter of water with 100g caster sugar).

Bring to the boil and simmer until the berries have burst, the juice has been released and the pot looks to be full of ink. Remove the seed heads and strain the liquid through a fine sieve to remove stalks, pips and grit etc. Return the liquid to a clean pan and bring back to the boil. Reduce by about a third, and then add the juice from one lemon and sugar to taste.

Blend a tablespoon of corn flour in two tablespoons of water, and then stir this into the soup. Turn the heat down and keep stirring until the soup thickens. Taste and add more lemon juice or sugar if required. Serve with rusks and stiffly whipped sweetened egg white floating on top, or with fruit bread or brioche.

Elderberries have a shortish season (the birds usually get there first), but I'll try to make something with them each year. It could be soup, or I'll add the berries to jams or fruit pies. Alternatively, dry the berries for use in teas and as a cough treatment.

How can I use more herbs in my cooking?

Herb Butters

Herb butters are a useful freezer standby. They add highlights to grilled meats, zing to steamed vegetables, interest to pre-dinner nibbles and unexpected depths to stews and casseroles.

And to top it all, they are very quick and simple to make. Just finely chop your herbs and add to room temperature butter. Mix vigorously to distribute the herbs evenly through the butter. Roll the butter in foil or freezer-proof food wrap, shaping it into a neat cylinder as you go. Label and pop into the freezer. When needed unwrap and slice, then return the rest to the freezer.

Herb butter with garlic, chili and fresh coriander (cilantro) or parsley is great with char grilled beef or chicken, as is lemon and thyme butter (with or without added garlic).

Ground cumin, fresh coriander and chili butter is lovely on couscous. You could also stir in some ground turmeric for an eye-catching color.

Oregano butter (use lots of fresh oregano) is great on good quality pasta. All you need with it is some Parmesan and a glass of wine. Or try it with baked onions.

Garlic and orange butter (squeeze two oranges and reduce the juice until syrupy, add finely chopped wild garlic or two crushed cloves and stir into butter) is heavenly with freshly picked purple sprouting broccoli.

How can I use sage in my cooking?

Sage - Much Better Fresh

As a child I hated sage. We only ever used the dried leaves and teamed them with pork knuckles, sausages and pot roasts. To my mind, the strong flavor of the dried sage overpowered every dish it was added to and until recently I avoided cooking with it like the plague.

I did grow several sage plants in my garden, but only for cold treatments and the lovely flowers, who attract bees and, when dried, make the most wonderful purple tea!

But recently, while experimenting with herb oils, I found that fresh sage bears no resemblance to dried. Fresh sage leaves infused in good olive oil made a flavorful condiment. I used it to roast butternut squash and the results were impressive.

Even better is a marriage between unsalted butter and sage. Melt a knob of unsalted butter and add several finely chopped sage leaves. Stir them around until they wilt and start to crisp round the edges, then pour this sage butter sauce over pumpkin ravioli or fresh, home-made egg pasta. Very simple, but very impressive.

My favorite herb to use with potatoes is rosemary, but if you want to serve a tasty but unusual accompaniment with pork chops, try this one: Scrub 1 large potato per person and slice into an even number of slices. Sandwich two potato slices together with 1-2 whole fresh sage leaves. Brush the ‘potato sandwiches' with butter and season with salt and pepper. Pop under the grill and broil until they are nicely golden and puffed up. Turn over, paint with more butter, season and return to the grill to cook the other side. Serve alongside your roast and vegetables or as an unusual nibble with beer or wine.

Which herbs can I use to flavor mayonnaise?

Herb Mayonnaise

Herbs lend themselves very well to flavoring mayonnaise. Garlic mayonnaise (a crushed clove of garlic stirred into home-made or shop-bought mayonnaise) is already common. Now experiment with basil (good with grilled fish), chili (with fresh herb bread or grilled chicken), parsley, coriander, chervil and tarragon (exceptionally good with grilled steak). Thyme and grated lemon rind added to a portion of mayonnaise make a fine accompaniment to roast lamb.

Use homemade rosemary and chili oil to make your own mayonnaise. This one's great with new potatoes.

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What can I do with coriander?

Coriander Leaf And Seed: Two Very Different Flavors

Coriander (cilantro) leaf has a very distinctive, fresh lemony flavor. Blitzed with garlic, lemon juice, salt and chili it makes a great accompaniment to grilled meat. Fresh chopped coriander is essential in couscous. It also complements steamed carrots and makes a vibrant herb sauce.

The taste of coriander seed is warmer, deeper, more orange than lemon. Roasting the spice before grinding it in a pestle and mortar enhances its flavor. Coriander seed is an essential component in curry powder, but also marries well with lemon and olive oil.

For a tasty quick lunch, clean some baby leeks and slice lengthways. Place in an ovenproof dish. Toast two tablespoons of coriander seed and lightly grind them in a pestle and mortar. Sprinkle over the leeks along with sea salt and black pepper. Squeeze two lemons and add the juice to the leeks. Pour over a similar amount of olive oil and a similar amount of hot water. Cover the dish with foil and bake in a medium oven until the leeks are tender, 20-30 minutes. Leave to cool for a few minutes. Taste the cooking liquor and adjust the seasoning. Dribble a little more olive oil over and sprinkle with fresh chopped coriander leaves. Serve with fresh bread to mop up the sauce.

What can I do with marjoram?

Marjoram - Relax And Sleep Easy

Marjoram is an herb with multiple culinary and medicinal uses. In Germany, the dried herb is used in sausages, stews and casseroles, while in the Mediterranean marjoram is often used fresh and sometimes even given center stage.

This recipe is from Ursula Ferrigno's excellent cookbook “Truly Italian” and while she mentions that marjoram is good for relieving stress and aiding restful sleep, I tried it out because I like the taste of fresh marjoram. But the relaxing quality of marjoram is true enough. So try this when you are feeling a bit frazzled and see…

For four, melt 85g of butter in a small pan, add 1 tablespoon of chopped pine kernels and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh marjoram and heat for 1 minute before seasoning well. Meanwhile cook 275g of farfalle (pasta bows) in salted water until al dente. Drain and mix with the marjoram and butter sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve.

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How can I use parsley in my cooking?

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The most common culinary herb, Parsley can add freshness and zing to any dish. It is often used only sparingly as a garnish, but it can easily take centre stage as it does in the cuisine of the Eastern Mediterranean.

Create a fragrant, zingy dip by blending a slice of bread (briefly soaked and squeezed dry) with 1-2 cloves of garlic, salt, pepper, a tablespoon of lemon juice and as much fresh parsley as you can find (at least two hands full). With the blender still running, slowly trickle in olive oil until a good dipping consistency is reached. Serve with toasted pita bread, tomatoes and cucumber sticks.

For a super-quick after-work dinner, mix a tin of chick peas (garbanzos) with thinly sliced red onion, quartered cherry tomatoes, 1-2 finely chopped cloves of garlic and a large bunch of parsley. Combine lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper and capers in a dressing and pour over the salad. Top with grilled halloumi cheese and serve with extra bread to mop up the juices.

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Farmers' Market Gourmet #30: Apple Pie Squares

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  ● 1-1/2 cups + 2 T. flour

  ● 1-1/2 cups + 2 T. quick-cooking oats

  ● 1 cup brown sugar

  ● 1/8 t. baking soda

  ● 1/4 t. salt

  ● 1 cup butter, diced into cubes

Apple Filling:

  ● 4 apples (I use MacIntosh), chopped into a fine dice

  ● 1/2 cup sugar

  ● 1 T. flour

  ● 1 t. cinnamon

  ● Juice and zest of 1 lemon

 Preheat oven to 350˚F.

Spray an 9"x9" pan with baking spray; make a sleeve with parchment paper and spray again. Set aside.

1. In bowl (or food processor), mix together the flour, oats, brown sugar and baking soda and salt. Cut in butter using a pastry blender (or the metal blade of your food processor). Butter should be mixed through out and you should end up with large crumbs.

2. Place 1/2 of the crumbs in the prepared pan. Press firmly with your hands to make crust. Bake for 15 minutes, then let cool on a rack.

3. To make the apple filling, mix together the chopped apples, sugar, flour, cinnamon and lemon zest and juice in a large bowl. Mix well. Spoon the apples into the warm crust, using the back of a spoon to compact, slightly. Take the rest of the streusel and crumble it all over the top.

4. Bake for 35 minutes, then let pan cool for another 30 minutes.

5. After 30 minutes, use the sleeves to lift the squares out of the pan and set them onto a cooling rack. Cool for at least 30 minutes, then cut into squares.

Follow the recipe, except dice only 3 apples and mix in 1 cup of dried cherries.

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The Power of Giving

During the holidays, we often get caught up in the chaos of consumerism- buying Christmas gifts for ourselves, our family, and loved ones. It's a wonderful season that can quickly be stripped of the joy and wonder by frantic consumerism, advertisements, and social media vying for our attention.

This holiday season, we want to challenge you to Give to people outside your immediate circle - people in need. The people who often need the most are the ones who tend to say the least or have the least access to resources like social media to express their need.

On Giving Tuesday, the Remnant challenges you to give to people in need, both near and far. Below are organizations that we chose and recommend for you to Give to - not just today but this Holiday season and beyond.

Below you'll find need in 5 different nations. 5 different organizations. Give to one or give to all!

1. A Remnant Remains - Provide access to jobs and basic resources like solar electricity and water to residents of the garbage village in Egypt. Your funds will go toward expanding income generation projects, providing holiday packages and meals to families in need, as well as contribute to solar panel installation on village homes.

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2. New Reality International ( - Help NRI build a sustainable children's village in Haiti by donating to their work through Project 7.

3. Global Unites ( - Empower youth to partake in conflict resolution at the Global Unites Summit in Sri Lanka in 2015. Your funds enable youth from 25 different nations to attend the summit and actively work toward conflict transformation for their nations.

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Embracing Mystery & What If’s

Hebrews 11:1 says,

worry expectancy

What to say when you don’t know what to say –

Recently, I felt the Lord challenging me to read Job. So somewhat reluctantly, I settled in with my Bible and began reading. I LOVE the end of Job, but it had been a while since I spent time sorting through the sometimes confusing dialogues that fill the pages of the book.

God began to show me as I read about a very personal situation I walked through a few months back, and how someone so dear to me had been much like Job’s friends. This friend loves me so very much. The pain that I was walking through was more than they could bear. There was dancing around the idea, and then plop it came out. They basically said that if I was in God’s will, I wouldn’t be in the pain that I was in.

Job’s friends essentially said the same thing. They told Job that if he were really a good man he wouldn’t be suffering. They poked and prodded. They did their best to dig up a reason “why” he was in such misery, and ultimately they judged him. Rather than being okay with the mystery of the trial, they had to find a reason for his pain.

They meant the best and ultimately wanted to help him find a way out, but when their attempts to help slipped into judgement, their efforts were no longer fruitful. They inflicted wounds rather than helping Job heal.

At the end of Job, the Lord rebukes Job’s friends. Then, he tells them that their mercy lies in the prayer of Job. He tells them to have Job pray for them so that they do not receive the judgement they deserve. Look what happens next-

“When Job prayed for his friends, the LORD restored his fortunes. In fact, the LORD gave him twice as much as before (Job 42:10)!”

It’s hard to pray for someone you haven’t forgiven. I think that something was released when Job forgave them and blessed them. God restored all that Job had two-fold! God didn’t rebuke Job for “sin” in his life. God rebuked Job for not believing in His goodness and greatness to deliver Him from all of His troubles.

No matter what side of the trial we are on, I believe it’s more important that we focus on the goodness of God more than our own behaviors.

Often we are tempted to say nothing, but really it’s best to say something. So whether you are feeling like Job or a friend of Job these days, here are a few suggestions for what to say/do when you don’t know what to say.

1. Remember that God’s kindness is what leads people to repentance. Even if you do think that their trial is a result of sin, be kind. They need your compassion and kindness more than a cold rebuke. This is usually not a time for a harsh words or judgement. (Romans 2:4)

2. Tell them you don’t understand all the whys but that you are willing to walk with them. “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze (Isaiah 43:12).”

3. Sometimes when you are in pain, you just need to hear someone say, “this is not going to last forever, and you WILL get through this.”  Rather than looking for reasons, encourage them that they will get through this, that victory is possible, that God is working all things together for their good, that they are more than a conqueror, and that greater is He that is in them than he who is in the world. Send them an encouraging verse and shy away from focusing more on the current problem than the goodness and bigness of God. There are so many scriptures about God redeeming His people from undesirable situations.

Hopefully this post will help the next time you aren’t sure what to say. We weren’t meant to walk through trials alone, and words of encouragement can be a lifeline in the sticky moments. You have the ability to release hope into the lives of those around you. It’s not your job to understand or to solve every problem, but you can remind your loved ones that God is good and that He can redeem any situation.

1. Recognize that you are growing!

“Enlarge the place of your tent,
    stretch your tent curtains wide,
    do not hold back;
lengthen your cords,
    strengthen your stakes.
    your descendants will dispossess nations
    and settle in their desolate cities.

Isaiah 54:2-3

2. Trust God about your current season

When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.
 In God, whose word I praise—
in God I trust and am not afraid.
    What can mere mortals do to me?

Psalm 56:3-4

3. A thankful heart

1 Thessalonians 5:18


2011년 6월 30일 목요일

마음을 다스리는 명상의 글

마음을 다스리는 명상의 글
1, 사랑은 상대적인 것이 아니라 절대적인것
자녀가 열명이라고 애정을 10분의1씩 나눠주는
부모는 모든 자식에게 100% 이상의  애정을 주는법입니다
사랑은 절대적 입니다

2, 사랑한 만큼 사랑받고 싶다
보답을 기대한다면 그 사랑은 투자에 불과합니다
참사랑은 한없이 주고 또 주는 것,
지고[至高]한 사랑은 자아희생[自我犧牲] 입니다
3, 사랑의 적은 마음이 아닙니다
사랑의 적은 무관심 입니다
이웃의 고뇌를 동정하지 않으면 사람이 아닙니다
이 세상 사람으로 무관심은 있을 수없습니다

4, 사랑하면 사랑받습니다 주면 받습니다
믿으면 믿음을 받게 됩니다
미워하면 미움 받습니다
빼앗으면 빼앗깁니다
의심하면 의심 받습니다

5, 스스로를 매우 좋아하는 사람은
이미행복의 반을 얻은 것과 같습니다
나머지 반은 ?
주위에 있는 모든것을 사랑하면 됩니다

6, 모든 존재는 아름답고 일어난 일들은 모두 좋습니다
사랑은 때로 심한 착각에 근거하기도 합니다
무지[無知]한 것만큼
슬픈 일은 없습니다
7, 가족이 건강하다는 것
그것만으로 우리는 행복하다고 감사해야 합니다
가족중 한 사람이 아프더라도 그것으로 인해 가족들이
사랑으로 뭉치게 되었다면 감사해야 합니다

8, 그 사람이 싫은 이유는
그를 잘 알려고 하지 않기 때문 입니다
상대방의 사고방식이나 인간성
더 나아가 가족 관게까지 알게 되면
이 세상에 미워할 사람은 한 사람도 없을 것 입니다
9, 아름다운 자연에 감동하지 않는 사람은 없습니다
아름다음을 창조하신 신의 위대함에
감동을 느끼는 사람은 얼마나 있을까요
10, 지헤와 지식의 차이는
생활속에서 활용할수 있는가 못하는가 입니다
11, 문제거리는 늘 다면체[多面體]로
이 방향에서 보면 크게 보이고
다른 방향에서 보면 적게 보입니다
보는 방식에 따라서는 전여 안 보일수도 있습니다
12, 누구한테서도 배우려고 하지않는 사람은
어리석은 사람 입니다
보통사람은 학력이나 지위가 높은 사람
부자나 유명한 사람의 말만 듣습니다
자기보다 어린 사람이나 지위가 낮은 사람에게서도
배우는 사람이 있습니다 이런 사람이 지혜로운 사람 입니다
13, 사람은 논리에 근거해서만 행동하는 것은 아닙니다
이해관계나 옳고 그름을 따지지 않고 음직일 때도 있습니다
그것은 마음이 있기 때문 입니다
인간이 동물과 근본적으로 다른것은
마음이 있어서 감동할 수 있다는 점 입니다

14, 사물은 반드시 양면성을 띱니다
일방적인 견해로 결론을 내려서는 않됩니다
무엇이 옳은지는
신만이 아시기 때문 입니다
15, 꿈이란 현실과 아주 동 떨어진 것이 아닙니다
꿈은 현실세계의 계시 입니다
꿈으로 부터 배우는 자세가 있으면
인생을 두 배로 줄길수 있습니다

2011년 6월 29일 수요일

파리 플로렌스 스페인 그리스의 문화와 풍경: Spain, Paris, Greece and Florence

1.Spanish Glory

The Alhambra palace in Grenada, completed in the 14th century under Muslim rule, is one of the world's greatest architectural wonders. Today, The Alhambra's famous Ismlamic architecture is one of Spain's major tourist attractions. In 2007, it was among the contenders to become one of the New Seven Wonders of the World through a massive worldwide vote.

Fireworks explode behind the Guggenheim Bilbao Museum in the Spanish northern Basque city of Bilbao. The museum features modern and contemporary art, and was designed by world-renowned Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry. The structure is made with glass, titanium and limestone.

Barcelona, Spain

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Although Spanish convents and monasteries such as the Monasterio de San Benito de Montserrat convent outside Barcelona have traditionally opened their doors to accept pilgrims and other members of the cloth, more and more they are accepting non-religious visitors looking for spiritual reflection or a relaxing break from city life.

The town of Tarifa, located in southern Spain across from the Straits of Gibraltar, is particularly popular with windsurfers and kitesurfers due to its strong winds. Two consecutive non-windy days are rare.

Two fishmongers wait for customers at their fish and seafood shop at a market in Madrid. Traditional markets are still a part of the Spanish way of life, and many are distributed through the city. A visit to one of these markets will reveal a large selection of quality vegetables, meat and much of the traditional way of life.

Architect, artist and engineer Santiago Calatrava designed the 'L'Azud D'Or' bridge (foreground) and Principe Felipe Museum (background) of the City of Arts and Sciences complex, one of Spain's top tourist attractions, in Valencia. Visitors are encouraged to touch everything in the museum so they can learn the sciences through experience.

Tourists enjoy the pool of the Costa Encantada Hotel in Lloret de Mar, Spain. The coastal town is one of the most popular holiday resorts in the Costa Brava.

Spain Tourism Video

Participants run ahead of Cebada Gago fighting bulls during the San Fermin festival in Pamplona, Spain. On each day of the festival six, which starts July 6 and ends at midnight on July 14, bulls are released at 8 a.m. to run from their corral through the narrow, cobbled streets of the old town over an 850-meter course. Ahead of them are the runners, who try to stay close to the bulls without falling over or being gored.

Running with Giants: A San Fermin Documentary Part 3/4

Running with Giants: 2010, Part 4/4

Famed Spanish matador Miguel Abellan gives a pass with a muleta (the red cloth) to his Conde de la Corte fighting bull during the first corrida of the 2008 San Fermin festivities in Pamplona.

Spanish flamenco dancer Fuensanta "La Moneta" performs on the stage during rehearsal for the show "Entre la luna y los hombres" ("Between Moon and Men") at La Zarzuela theatre in Madrid. The flamenco, which embodies a complex musical and cultural tradition and is considered a part of the Spanish culture, actually originates from Andalusia.

The architecture of the Alpujarras harkens back to when this was the last stronghold of the Moors in Spain. The villages' flat, whitewashed houses and distinctive conical chimneys are reminiscent of Berber villages in the mountains of nearby Morrocco.

On March 19, 1882, work on the La Sagrada Familia cathedral was started by architect Francisco de Paula del Villar, but by the end of the next year, Catalan Architect Antoni Gaudi was commissioned to finish it. He did not abandon his task until his death in 1926, when the grand church was left unfinished. Since then, different architects have worked on the cathedral to continue his original idea -- that it mirror the people who built it.

Ricardo Penalba prepares to taste a wine at Penalba's winery in Aranda de Duero, northern Spain. With more than 2.9 million acres planted, the country is the third largest producer of wine in the world, but the most widely planted wine-producing nation.

A scenic view in downtown Madrid highlights the beauty of the Plaza de Cibeles, which features the Fountain of Cibeles and the Palacio de Comunicaciones, which was built between 1905 and 1917 as the headquarters of the post office. In 2007, it became Madrid's official city hall.

A man looks at "The execution of Torrijos and his companions" by Antonio Gisbert at the Prado museum in Madrid. Spanish architect Rafaelo Moneo designed the sober and elegant red-brick cube-shaped expansion building that opened in 2007.

Members of the Royal Guard take part in the first changing of the guard outside the Palacio Real in Madrid. Every Wednesday, the guard changes in front of the palace in an effort to boost tourism.

Santa Maria del Mar is an imposing church in Barcelona. Located in the district of La Ribera, it was built between 1329 and 1383, at the height of Catalonia's maritime and mercantile preeminence. It is an outstanding example of Catalan Gothic, with a purity and unity of style that are very unusual in large mediaeval buildings.

A scenic view of Plaza del General Torrijos shows the "Las Tres Gracias" fountain with the Alcazaba Castle in the background in Malaga. The Alcazaba was built in the 11th century and extended in the 13th and 14th centuries. It originally defended the city from pirates.

Spain, its people and its culture

The beauty of Spain

Landscape and Architecture (HD) - 22 - Spain

2.Paris, France

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The Eiffel Tower and the Hotel des Invalides are illuminated at dusk with in Paris.

The intricate ceiling of the Appolo Gallery at Paris' Louvre Museum is reflected in a display case in the foreground. Built in 1661, the gallery was not fully completed until 1851. In all, over twenty artists worked on the decoration. The Appolo Gallery gallery contains more than two centuries of French art, and houses such wonders as the French Crown Jewels, including the famous Régent (140 carats) and Sancy (53 carats) diamonds, as well as the 105-carat Côte de Bretagne ruby.

Louvre Museum part 1, Paris 98C

Louvre Museum part 2, Paris 98C

The Sacred Heart Catholic church (Basilique Sacré-Coeur) is seen on Paris' highest point, in Montmartre. The view at the top of the dome is excellent -- 271 feet above Montmartre Hill -- and is the second-highest viewpoint after the Eiffel Tower.

This elaborate stained-glass cupola (dome) inside Magasins du Printemps department store is located above the main restaurant in the store. Installed in 1923, it is composed of 3,185 individual pieces of stained glass.

Tourists soak their feet in a reflecting pool at Place du Trocadero, an area of museums and gardens.

A "Bateau Mouche" tourist boat travels near the Paris Justice court. These boat tours are a popular, but relaxing way to view the sights of Paris along the Seine River.

Originally a royal fortress for kings, and open to all since 1793, the Louvre is one the world's greatest art museums, housing 35,000 works of ancient and Western art, displayed in over 60,000 square meters of exhibition space. More than 6 million visitors see the Louvre per year.

Local art, food and other goods are sold in passage Jouffroy, across Boulevard Montmartre. Originally designed to protect pedestrians from mud and horse-drawn vehicles, the
passages (shopping arcades), arre located between the Grands Boulevards and the Louvre.

A view of the Centre Pompidou in Paris. Its 1977 factory style architecture contrasts with the surrounding buildings of Paris' oldest district near Notre-Dame cathedral. It has a public library, and the French National Museum of Modern Art.

One of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture is the Notre Dame Cathedral, attracting 13 million visitors each year. The name Notre Dame means "Our Lady" in French.

The famous stone statues of Notre Dame.

The Jardin des Tuileries is Paris's most central garden. Its fountains, sculptures, cafes, formal gardens, and central location, make it a popular destination for visitors and locals.

Tuileries Palace encloses the western end of the Louvre and the formal gardens that make up Jardin des Tuileries park, stretching from the Louvre to the Place de Concorde, and bordered by the Seine.

The cabaret Moulin Rouge was built in 1889, in Paris' red-light district of Pigalle on Boulevard de Clichy. The Moulin Rouge is best known as the birthplace of the can-can dance.

Moulin Rouge - Rhythm of the night

The Fontaine des Mers at one of the main public square, Place de la Concorde. At 20 acres, it is the largest square in Paris.

The Arc de Triomphe stands in the center of the Place Charles de Gaulle, at the western end of the Champs-Elysees. The arch honors soldiers who fought for France. The names of generals and wars fought can be found on the inside and top of the arc. Underneath, is the tomb of the unknown soldier from World War I .

People walk past a boulangerie (bakery) in the Montmartre district in Paris.

A piece of renowned French Roquefort blue cheese is displayed in a shop in Paris.

The Place Vendome is an octagonal square located to the north of the Tuileries Gardens and east of the Eglise de la Madeleine. The bronze spiral column at the center of the square was constructed in 1810 by Napoleon to celebrate the French army’s victory at Austerlitz. Within the square are apartments, and posh hotels and high-end retailers, including Cartier, Chanel, and Bulgari.

The high-speed rail network in France goes to several Parisian train stations, including Gare Du Nord shown here. The name was derived by the idea that travelers would be able to travel to Belgium, Netherlands, Northern Germany and the Scandinavian countries. It is the busiest railway station in Europe, and the third -busiest in the world.

The Pere Lachaise cemetary (Father Lachaise Cemetery) on the eastern edge of the city, is named after the Jesuit Father Lachaise, King Louis XIV's confessor. Many famous people are buried here, including Musset, Chopin, Moliere, Oscar Wilde, Delacroix, Balzac, Jim Morrison.

Paris Sightseeing Tour #1: The Historical Axis

Paris Sightseeing Tour #2: Porte Dauphine to the Eiffel Tower

The Musée d'Orsay is one of Paris' most popular museums, housed in the former railway station, the Gare d'Orsay. The museum houses an extensive collection of sculptures and impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Degas, Renoir, and Cezanne.

The Grand Palais (Big Palace) was built for the World Fair of 1900. The building is best known for its enormous glass-domed roof, making it one of Paris’ most recognizable landmarks. The Grand Palais was the work of three different architects, and is currently the largest existing ironwork and glass structure in the world.

The Louis Vuitton department store is located on the stunning Champs-Elysees, one of the world's most famous and beautiful streets.

Le Pantheon was originally intended to be a church dedicated to Saint Genevieve to fulfil a vow made by Louis XV while he'd fallen ill. It was used for religious and civil purposes until 1885 and now functions as a famous burial place.

Paris France

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4.Florence, Italy

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David-statue in Galleria dell' Accademia

Florence, Italy: Brunelleschi's Dome

Florence, Duomo, Churches, Museums

Milan Cathedral

Florence, Italy


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Why Kool Smiles Chose ADP for Human Capital Management

Kool Smiles is a nationally-based dental health provider whose mission is dedicated to improving lives by expanding access to quality dental care for children and families in underserved communities. Nichole Thompson, VP of Human Resources, shares her perspective as an ADP client on the Human Capital Management challenges her organization was facing due to their rapid growth. She discusses why Kool Smiles chose ADP Vantage HCM as their integrated HCM platform to help them scale and meet their business demands. Moving to ADP Vantage HCM helped Nichole's organization move away from the daily tactical and administrative minutia and enable them to focus on strategic HR imperatives for their organization which included talent management and more effectively and proactively addressing business change. She further comments on ADP's personal hands-on client support approach and transparent and collaborative communication through a dedicated relationship manager which helps Kool Smiles exponentially improve the use of the ADP Vantage HCM technology.

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