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The secrets to cooking the perfect burger in your kitchen

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Monday through Thursday at the Monarch Room in New York City, executive chef Michael Citarella prepares his off-the-menu burger, the Monarch Burger. It's 8 ounces of all-natural, ultra-premium beef ground from a single steer with a 20% fat ratio. It's served on a toasted caraway-seeded bun with aged cheddar, bibb lettuce, beefsteak tomatoes, and Monarch's special sauce.

We visited Michael's kitchen, where he showed us how to make the juiciest burger right in your own home. 

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9 incredible photos of an eerie ship graveyard in the middle of the Uzbekistan desert

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Moynaq shipwreck ship graveyard in desertIn Uzbekistan, an eerie ship graveyard filled with hauntingly beautiful shipwrecks beckons.

The Moynaq Ship Graveyard is literally a ghost town in the middle of the desert.

It was once a busy Soviet fishing port on the Aral Sea — once one of the four largest lakes in the world — but today, nothing but desert remains.

Let's take a closer look and see how these ships came to be stranded in the middle of the desert. 

 

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Once one of the four largest lakes in the world (it was 26,300 square miles), the Aral Sea dried up when the rivers feeding it were diverted for irrigation purposes.



Aral Sea translates to "Sea of Islands" for the over 1,100 islands it was once home to. Today, dozens of ships are disintegrating in the scorching desert heat.



Today, the nearest shore is almost 100 miles away.



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The way nicotine interacts with our brains to get us addicted is terrifying

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Nicotine is the natural, highly-addictive substance in tobacco, and it takes as little as seven seconds to reach the brain after you inhale a drag from a cigarette or other device, according to the World Health Organization.

Once it reaches our brains, nicotine can dramatically raise the activity level of feel-good chemical signalers deep in our brain's reward system.

This key effect is actually what all abused drugs, including nicotine, appear to have on our brains.

As a result, using nicotine or other addictive drugs doesn't just make us feel euphoric — it also makes us want to use again.

The producers at the infographics site Column Five recently made this graphic to show how quickly and easily our bodies can become primed to use nicotine.

 

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10 overrated tourist attractions in the US — and where to go instead

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Knowing which tourist attractions are worth seeing and which aren’t can help you save valuable time and leave you feeling like you saw the best of the area on a trip.

Inspired by this Reddit list of overrated tourist destinations, we wanted to round up some of the most disappointing tourist traps in the US, and suggest some alternative places to go instead.

Here are some alternatives to 10 popular US tourist attractions that will take you off the beaten path.

Instead of seeing New York City from the top of the Empire State Building, go to Top of the Rock.

TOP OF THE ROCK not empire stateSkip the long lines at the Empire State Building and head to the Top of the Rock instead, where you’ll get better views of New York City, Central Park, and of the Empire State Building itself.

Go during dusk or dawn to get an even more stunning view of the city. “Watching the sun set or rise over the New York skyline is amazing,” Reddit user jesiman wrote.

Instead of waiting in line for an overpriced Philly cheesesteak at Pat's King of Steaks in Philadelphia, try a cheesesteak from another local spot.

PHILLY CHEESESTEAK OVERRATEDGetting a Philly cheesesteak — a long, crusty roll filled with thinly sliced sautéed rib eye beef and melted cheese — is a must when visiting Philadelphia, but knowing where to get it from makes all the difference.

While Pat's King of Steaks is one of the most popular, many locals believe that their sandwiches are mediocre and overpriced.

Instead, try another cheesesteak joint that's popular with locals. Reddit user Bar_Jude recommends going to Jim's Steaks South St., where you can choose from American cheese or Provolone, a mushroom-smothered sandwich, or one stuffed with sweet peppers.

Instead of going to Walt Disney World, go to Universal Studios for a theme park experience. 

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It might be dubbed the “Happiest Place on Earth,” but thanks to incredibly long lines and overbearing crowds (especially in the summer), the Walt Disney World theme park in Orlando, Florida, can be more overwhelming than pleasant.

Universal Studios Orlando, the movie and TV-based theme park in Orlando, tends to have shorter lines than Disney. "Universal Studio is much better...single rider lanes, so every seat is filled," Reddit user swiddie wrote. 

Instead of Plymouth Rock, go to the Pilgrim Monument for a piece of history and great views.

plymouth rock overratedWhile Plymouth Rock in Plymouth, Massachusetts, is historically important as the site where the Mayflower Pilgrims landed, it's just a rock and the experience of seeing it can be pretty underwhelming.

If you’re looking for a way to connect to the historical past of the Pilgrims, check out the Pilgrim Monument in Provincetown, Massachusetts, instead, where you can climb 252 feet to its top and be rewarded with spectacular views of Provincetown.

Instead of going to Bourbon Street, go to Frenchmen Street for a true New Orleans experience. 

Bourbon Street overrated

While Bourbon Street has become a crucial part of experiencing New Orleans for some, the iconic street tends to be expensive, touristy, and extremely crowded.

Frenchmen Street, on the other hand, has become a popular alternative and is located in New Orleans’ French Quarter. The street is home to plenty of short-order places, BYOB venues, quirky shops, and music venues with live jazz and blues.

Instead of staring up at Mount Rushmore from a tiny viewing platform, take a drive through South Dakota's Badlands National Park.

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Mount Rushmore is an American cultural icon, but standing on a viewing platform and looking up at the real thing may make the presidents' heads look rather tiny — and disappointing. 

Instead, go to South Dakota'sBadlands National Park  With nearly 243,000 acres of protected land, visitors can view incredible rock formations and wildlife they won't see anywhere else in the world, including mountain goats, rabbits, bobcats, antelope, and even bison. 

Instead of going up to the Willis Tower for views of Chicago, go to The Signature Room restaurant at the 95th floor of the John Hancock Center. 

willis tower overrratedWhile the Willis Tower in Chicago, Illinois, does boast impressive views of the city’s skyline, tickets cost $20 and you might have to wait in line for hours before you’re able to go up.

Instead, go to the The Signature Room restaurant on the 95th floor of the John Hancock Center for magnificent views of the Chicago skyline.

Instead of getting lost in the crowd at Hollywood Boulevard, go to West Hollywood.

hollywood overratedThe Hollywood Walk of Fame is a rude awakening for tourists — the street is dirty, littered, crowded, and not at all glamorous.

Instead, head to West Hollywood, where you’ll come across famous music venues like Whisky a Go Go and The Viper Room, authentic shops, outdoor cafes, and fine-dining options. 

Instead of simply looking at the White House from outside, check out the amazing artifacts at the the Smithsonian in Washington, DC.

white house overratedDon’t get us wrong, the White House is a crucial monument and is great to see if you are able to schedule a tour but otherwise you’ll find that you can only look at it from a distance, which can be greatly disappointing. 

Instead, head to the Smithsonian, which includes 19 different museums and the National Zoo in Washington, DC. It is the world's largest museum and research complex.From learning about the origins of man at the National Museum of Natural History to the future of space travel at the National Air and Space Museum, you’ll leave with a much wider knowledge of the country’s history.

Instead of waiting in long lines to see Alcatraz, take the ferry to Angel Island.

alcatraz overrated

The foreboding island of Alcatraz is a popular attraction for tourists visiting San Francisco. However, since it attracts such a large amount of people for daily tours, lines to get on its boats are long and tours aren’t cheap at around $30 per person.

Instead, take the ferry out to the nearby Angel Island, where you’ll get gorgeous views of the Bay and plenty of island terrain for biking and hiking in stunning scenery.

For history buffs who want to experience the prison, take a night tour instead to avoid some of the crowds.

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15 majestic images from the world's largest hot air balloon festival

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A fall tradition for 44 years, the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta took flight for nine days amid some pretty vicious winds. 

Though the weather was warm and pleasant for spectators, cyclone-like winds above forced the cancellation of the event's premier gas balloon race. "This is the most difficult balloon-flying weather we’ve ever had,” Roger Hoppe, a pilot of 40 years, told the Albuquerque Journal

Still, the show went on, with over 500 balloons dancing across the sky while thousands of attendees enjoyed music, New Mexican specialties like Pinon Coffee, a wide array of fair-type foods, and even the opportunity to take their own balloon ride.  

Keep scrolling to see what it was like. 

The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta had its first lift off in 1972.



This year's event saw over 500 balloons from nearly 20 different countries glide across the New Mexican sky.



The festival is held in Albuquerque due to a wind pattern known as "the box" that makes it easier to navigate the giant balloons.



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The story of Lisa Brennan-Jobs, the daughter Steve Jobs claimed wasn't his

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Steve Jobs had his first child, Lisa Brennan-Jobs, at 23.

At first, he rejected claims that she was his child. After taking a court-mandated paternity test, Jobs accepted Lisa as his daughter. He admitted later on in life that he was simply not prepared for fatherhood.

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Famous last words of 18 famous people

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People have always been fascinated by the last words of others.

Perhaps they hold a touch of wisdom, a final joke, or even confirmation of who's getting what in the will.

In light of that, Business Insider put together a list of the reported last words of 18 famous historical figures.

Check them out below.

Karl Marx, philosopher.

"Last words are for fools who haven't said enough." 

Source: International Business Times



Richard Feynman, theoretical physicist.

"I'd hate to die twice. It's so boring."

Source: "The Power of Personality" by Sylvia Loehken



Archimedes, mathematician.

"Stand away, fellow, from my diagram!"

Archimedes was killed during the Second Punic War. According to the historian Plutarch, a soldier reportedly came up to the mathematician and told him to go with him to Marcellus.

Archimedes, however, refused to do so until he finished the problem he was working on. Enraged, the soldier killed him.

Sources: "The Parallel Lives" by Plutarch, "Famous Last Words" by Laura Ward



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12 cultural faux pas you should avoid making in Dublin

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Dublin, Ireland, is known for its friendly locals, but even Dubliners can get offended if you cross a line. And there are certain actions foreigners tend to do that offend Dubliners.

We consulted a Quora thread on the worst cultural faux pas in Dublin and did some of our own research to find out how travelers can avoid standing out in Dublin. 

Here are 12 things to avoid doing when visiting the Irish capital.  

1. Not buying a round of drinks when out with a group 

The Dubliner Irish pub, DCIf you happen to be out with a group of locals from Dublin, you'll soon come to find that it's normal for each person in the group to buy a round for everyone throughout the night. If you don't reciprocate when you've had rounds bought for you, it'll be seen as cheap and as a sign of bad class.  

2. Keeping your hat on at a bar 

This isn't only the case for Dublin. Irish people traditionally remove their hats at bars. It is considered rude not to remove your hat upon entering a pub, so don't be surprised if you are asked to do so.

3. Taking yourself too seriously 

people laughingIn Dublin and in other parts of Ireland, it is common for people to gently poke fun at you, but they're doing it in a playful way and as a sign of camaraderie. The term for this is known as "slagging" and it is common, so being bitter about it will only make you come off as cold and uninviting.  

4. Making a backwards peace sign with your palm facing inward

V signIn Dublin, making a peace sign with your palm facing inward (or a V sign), is equivalent to using the middle finger in the US. 

5. Ordering an Irish Car Bomb 

irish car bombs Besides the fact that the Irish Car Bomb is actually an American cocktail — it's only called Irish thanks to the use of Guinness, Baileys Irish Cream, and Jameson Irish Whiskey — ordering it can actually show insensitivity to the country's history. Car bombs reference a tough time in Ireland, when a car bomb planted by the Irish Republican Army exploded in a suburban shopping district in 1989.  

6. Ordering a light beer 

If you're in the land of Guinness and you order a light beer, chances are you'll be frowned upon for making a bad choice. It's not that lighter beers aren't great, but remember that you're in a country that takes pride in its renowned dark beer blend.

7. Grabbing your Guinness before the bartender is finished pouring 

Guinness pourSpeaking of Guinness, there is a traditional two-step pouring process to the beer which some tourists might not realize. The "perfect pour" is considered a tradition in Ireland and consists of two pours—the first lets the Guinness settle and the second pour tops it off. So, don't jump the gun and go for your cup too quickly. 

8. Asking to open a tab at a bar

While bartenders can open a tab at a bar, they'd rather not as it's not a common occurrence in Dublin. Typically, people will pay for each drink instead. 

9. Calling an Irish person British

While and Ireland and Britain have good relations today, calling an Irish person British becomes offensive when considering the long-standing history of British occupatio​n Ireland faced for hundreds of years.

10. Not attempting to make any small talk during business meetings 

businessmen airportA little bit of small talk during business meetings, especially during introductions and breaks, is normal in Ireland. Talking about your families and personal life can actually make you come off as more personable. 

11.  Wearing novelty Irish souvenirs

Irish sports fansWhile buying Irish souvenirs in Dublin is one thing, wearing them around the city is another. The only time where it doesn't come off as tacky is on St. Patrick's Day. That being said, if you find yourself going to a sporting event, wearing green will be much appreciated.

12. Getting off a bus without thanking the driver

It's common courtesy to thank public bus drivers, but failing to do so in Dublin is looked down upon. In fact, don't be surprised if you're on a bus and see each and every individual saying thank you to the driver before leaving.

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The Chinese food burrito is now a thing — and it's delicious

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Mission Cantina, located in New York City's Lower East Side, is where chef Danny Bowien likes to experiment with random food pairings.

His latest invention is the "Chinese food burrito," made with fried rice and tofu dishes straight off the menu of Mission Cantina's sister restaurant, Mission Chinese.

Jimmy Fallon recently revealed on "The Tonight Show" that the Chinese food burrito is "the best burrito that I've ever had in my lifetime."

So we had to try this sensation for ourselves and see what all the fuss was about...

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Mission Cantina is located in NYC's Lower East Side.



Chef Danny Bowien's restaurant is quickly becoming famous for its "Chinese burrito."



The burrito is mostly made from two famous dishes from Mission Cantina's sister restaurant, Mission Chinese.



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The 35 best Reuters photos of the year so far

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A family sit inside a car as they prepare to leave a danger zone area, as ash spews from Mount Sinabung volcano during an eruption at Tiga Serangkai village in Karo Regency, North Sumatra province, Indonesia June 24, 2015. More than 10,000 people from 12 villages, who are living around the slopes of Mount Sinabung, left their homes and moved to refugee camps, local media reported on Friday.

For the past 30 years, Reuters' award-winning photographers have been traveling around the world, documenting the biggest news stories as well as the smaller, tender moments that fly under the radar.

Here, we take a look at 35 of the most powerful images taken this year by their amazing team of photographers.

These photos cover a wide range of the human experience — the darkness of war, the joy that comes from love and compassion, and the bravery of those following their passions.

We'll be updating this slideshow as 2015 comes to an end. 

Editor's note: Many of the images in this slideshow depict graphic violence, injury, and nudity, and many are upsetting.

(Captions by Reuters and Sarah Jacobs)

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Professional Norwegian ski jumper Anders Fanneme soars through the air during training for the Four Hills ski jumping tournament in Innsbruck, Austria, on January 3.



A Syrian refugee stands behind a door at a makeshift settlement in the village of Ketermaya, south of Beirut, on January 8.



A wounded volunteer with the Myanmar Red Cross Society reacts after the convoy he was in was fired upon by the Myanmar National Democratic Alliance Army on February 17.



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These 17 apps will help you live the dream of traveling around the world while working from wherever you want

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Imagine this: you are traveling around the world, staying a month at a time in new and exciting cities, all without watching your bank account dwindle down to nothing.

That dream might seem too good to be true years ago, but with the growing popularity of working remotely and advances in budget travel options, it's never been easier.

Australian app developer David McKinney, for example, converted his van into a mobile office complete with electricity and internet.

With a certain set of apps and services, and a little imagination, more and more people are finding ways to live out their traveling fantasies without breaking the bank. 

These 17 apps can help you find work while on a beach in Thailand, and get you a room for the night for free. They can help you find the cheapest travel between two locations, and connect you with locals who will show you around the city.

Remote OK helps you find lucrative remote jobs anywhere in the world.

Remote OK is a daily aggregator of remote jobs that is especially useful for those in the tech industry. You can find jobs in web development, design, and also non-tech jobs (though these are admittedly not the focus). Tech jobs are becoming one of the most easily-outsourced sectors, and Remote OK can be a goldmine for a tech worker looking to tour the world while staying afloat financially.

Price: Free (Web)



Couchsurfing lets you pay absolutely nothing to find a place to sleep.

Couchsurfing is the ultimate lodging tool for anyone on a shoestring budget. The app connects people who want to crash on someone’s couch (or spare room) with someone willing to host them for free. Gifts are appreciated, but no money ever actually changes hands. The worldwide community has over 10 million members, and functions on the goodwill of its users. If you’ve never tried it, it truly is a remarkable feat that this type of community is possible.

Price: Free (iOS, Android, Web)



Airbnb can find you affordable housing — even up in the trees.

Airbnb has become an international phenomenon, and is swiftly replacing hotels for many travelers. The company has 600,000 listings in over 34,000 cities, and is often more affordable than hotels of similar quality — though without the room service. Depending on your luck, your host might also be willing to share tips like the best places to get public WiFi. And you can even stay in creative abodes like treehouses or yurts.

Price: Free (iOS, Android, Web)



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Take a tour of the Winklevoss twins' stunning Los Angeles mansion, which you can now rent for a discounted $110,000 a month

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Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss have put their stunningly contemporary Los Angeles home back up for rent, charging tenants $110,000 a month, the Los Angeles Times reports

The home had previously been available for a whopping $150,000 a month earlier this year. 

The twins purchased the 8,000-square-foot home for $18 million in 2012. It was rumored that they would use the home to run operations for Winklevoss Capital, their venture capital firm. 

The house has five bedrooms and nine bathrooms, and there's a swanky infinity pool with amazing views of the city. There's also a subterranean garage that can accommodate up to six cars.

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The glass-walled home is located in the Bird Streets, a part of Los Angeles above the Sunset Strip that's known for its celebrity residents and pricey real estate.



The house will be rented furnished, so you'll have all of these luxurious couches to lounge on.



The living room has an enormous glass panel that opens onto a terrace.



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Ferrari is preparing for its IPO by announcing a 770-horsepower version of the F12 (RACE)

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Ferrari's hotly anticipated IPO will price in about a week. But until then, the Italian supercar maker isn't taking it easy. 

It just announced a 770-horsepower version of its F12 road car. The current F12 Berlinetta makes 730 horsepower so this "tdf" version — it stands for "Tour de France," a French endurance race — is a notable boost above that. The Berlinetta hit the road in 2012. It costs $330,000.

No word from Ferrari on F12tdf pricing, but we can assume it will be higher than the existing F12. 

Only 799 F12tdf's will be built, paying "homage to the Tour de France, the legendary endurance road race that Ferrari dominated in the 1950s and ‘60s, particularly with the 1956 250 GT Berlinetta which won four consecutive editions," Ferrari said in a statement.

Road cars like the F12 are quite important for Ferrari as they provide a much greater level of versatility and practicality than the automaker's exotic mid-engine sports cars, like the 458 and the new 488 GTB. 

When Ferrari official enters the public markets, investors will to a degree be looking for future growth. That will be hard to come by if Ferrari can't sell high-performance luxury cars to the globe's affluent consumers, many of who want to have room for passengers and luggage.

Ferrari parent Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is offering more than 17 million shares of Ferrari stock, as it gears up for its IPO. Ferrari will park on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol RACE.

The value of the newly public Italian maker of exotic, sexy sports cars is expected to reach $9.8 billion. Earlier estimates suggested Ferrari's value could climb as high as $12.4 billion.

FCA and Ferrari have priced their offering at between $48 and $52 per share, potentially raising $894 million in the IPO to fund the expansion of FCA's stable of automotive brands.

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We tried the miracle fruit that some scientists say could end world hunger as 'carnitas' — and it was unreal

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It started out with a hankering for tacos.

My partner and I were out of both the chicken and the ground soy crumbles I often substitute for beef (I think they taste better, and my partner is vegetarian). A friend at the office suggested I try jackfruit, a fleshy, yellowish fruitnative to South and Southeast Asia.

You're probably thinking: Fruit is fruit. Meat is meat. I was too.

"It tastes like pulled pork!" she exclaimed. "And it's healthy."

So I decided to give it a whirl.

In its most natural (i.e. still on the tree) form, jackfruit looks like this:

jackfruit

At markets around the world, vendors slice open the monstrous yellow orbs, hack out the fleshy bulbs of the inner part of the fruit, and sell them by the pound. Raw and ripe, the fruit tastes like a cross between a mango and a pineapple:

jackfruit

But young jackfruit can also be shredded, seasoned, cooked, and served up as an alternative to meat. At a store in my neighborhood in Brooklyn, I bought a package of seasoned jackfruit sold by Upton's Naturals. They had Bar-B-Que and Chili Lime Carnitas varieties, and I decided to try both.

When I got home and took it out of the package, the jackfruit was enclosed in a sealed plastic pouch:

jackfruit uptons naturals bbq

Remembering that the original reason I decided to try the fruit was because I wanted to make tacos, I left the BBQ jackfruit for another day and went for the Chili Lime Carnitas flavor. 

Then, I took it out of the package, fried it up in a skillet with a bit of oil, and prepared it much like I'd prepare sliced cooked chicken. Finally, I served it up on warm corn tortillas with a bit of cheese, salsa, and some mushrooms:

jackfruit tacos

It was surprisingly tasty — with a texture similar to pulled pork and a flavor that reminded me of a cross between hearts of palm, kimchi, and pineapple. It wasn't really meaty, but it wasn't fruity either. 

Some experts say this quality is what makes jackfruit a 'miracle' crop: It's versatile. With climate change pushing back global yields of wheat and corn and threatening more and more of the poorest communities with longterm hunger, jackfruit seems poised to help fill the gap. 

"I think it could play a much more important role in diets than it currently does and be a staple," Nyree Zerega, a plant biology researcher at the Chicago Botanic Garden who's studied jackfruit in Bangladesh, told the Guardian.

For starters, jackfruit trees — which can sprout up to 150 jackfruits over its two yearly harvest seasons— are fairly easy to grow. They can flourish in high temperatures — even during drought — and the tough outer shell of the fruit serves as a good defense against pests that take down other crops. Today, jackfruit is grown across many parts of south and southeast Asia, where a large number of the world's poorest and hungriest currently live.

Plus, the fruit itself is nutritious: The flesh is high in calcium, iron, and potassium, and the seeds — which are edible as well — are good sources of protein. A serving of Upton's Chili Lime Carnitas jackfruit, which is a quarter of the package, weighs in at 35 calories, 0 grams of fat, 290mg of sodium, 195 mg of potassium, 7g of carbs, 2g of sugar and 1g of protein. Frying it, of course, adds some calories and fat, but overall, it's still pretty low-calorie. Since it's fairly low protein, though, I added cheese to my tacos to make them more filling.

In Sri Lanka and Vietnam, where the fruit is already popular, jackfruit seeds and fruit are dried out, ground up and made into flour. In Bangladesh and other parts of Southeast Asia, it's added to curries, stir fry, juice, chips, and ice cream.

Try the cooked young jackfruit in tacos or a sandwich, or sample the ripe fruit by itself. Perhaps you'll be tasting the future.

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A photographer is traveling around the US to recreate his grandfather's 40-year-old snapshots

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Christian Carrollo's grandfather was an avid traveler.

He documented all of his travels with his camera, which is how Carollo ended up with about 30 boxes of photo slides when his grandfather passed away in 2008.

After rifling through one of the boxes, Carollo came up with the idea of trying to recreate his grandfather's photos during his own travels.

He's calling it the past present project, and has been posting his recreated photos on both Instagram and Facebook.

Keep scrolling to see where's he been so far. 

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Christian Carollo's grandfather loved to travel. Here's his grandfather on Knecht's Covered Bridge in Springtown, Pennsylvania.

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He documented his travels with his camera, and his wife — Carollo's grandmother, shown here in Yosemite National Park — kept detailed journals from all of the couples' trips.

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When Carollo's grandfather passed away in 2008, Carollo's uncle gave him about 30 boxes full of his grandfather's photo slides from his travels between the years of 1973 and 2003. This one is of the Chapel of the Hills near Rapid City, South Dakota.

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