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Last fall, seven veteran jazzmen who originally rose to prominence in the 1960s and early 鈥�70s recorded a new album in Brooklyn, N.Y. The result, , is a vibrant, swinging delight from first note to last. Among the musicians 鈥� most well into their 70s 鈥� are familiar names to aficionados: Eddie Henderson (trumpet), Billy Hart (drums), George Cables (piano), and Cecil McBee (产补蝉蝉).听

War crimes

The 鈥淚ndependent Lens鈥� documentary , directed by Dan Krauss, centers on infantryman Adam Winfield, who was serving in Afghanistan when his platoon committed war crimes. With the help of his father, Winfield tried to tell the military about what was going on, but he was soon threatened by his comrades and ultimately arrested for murder. The documentary, which contains strong language and graphic images, premi猫res Jan. 19 on PBS at 10 p.m.聽

Lens on the world

For those looking for inspiration to improve their photography skills, check out e, an online network and stunning digital magazine that highlights contemporary works. Collections delve into current global topics, such as 鈥�Iran鈥檚 Booming Consumer Culture鈥�; creative digital manipulation projects; and everything from street scenes to travel landscapes. Go to lensculture.com.聽

Rain predictor

If you wonder if you will need an umbrella to walk the dog, or if you want to hit the slopes just as the snow begins to fall, check out the weather application. The app uses GPS to deliver an up-to-the-minute forecast for your exact location, or any location you plug in. Users say it is scary spot-on, sending push notifications when precipitation will start and stop. It also offers a map of global precipitation and temperatures. It鈥檚 available in the iTunes Store for $3.99.聽

Greens for winter blues

What better way to chase away the winter blues than with a generous helping of fresh greens? Jessica Nadel, who writes the popular food blog Cupcakes and Kale, has just published , a cookbook that can help you swallow those extra vegetables with innovative recipes that tuck them into smoothies, soups, salads, entr茅es, baked goods, and even dessert. Spinach brownies, for real? It can鈥檛 hurt to try.