The star-shaped superfood you’ve never heard of — it’s packed with protein and omega-3s

This Peruvian seed may be your next favorite superfood. Sacha inchi, also known as mountain peanut, sacha peanut or Inca nut, comes from an adorable star-shaped fruit that grows in the Amazon rainforest. Today, you can find the seeds whole, in protein powders, seed butter and oil. There are also hair and skin care creams and oils made with sacha inchi. The seeds have been eaten and used for oil for thousands of years in the Amazon Basin. But in their native Peru, they’re associated more with traditional health remedies than food. Locals use them for cholesterol management, heart health,…

Derek Carr says NFL teams want him to come out of retirement

Derek Carr prefers the links over the gridiron these days. The former Raiders and Saints quarterback shockingly retired under mysterious circumstances, giving up $30 million in 2025, and so far, he hasn’t been shown enough to return to the NFL. “I never say never,” Carr told the NFL Network while…

Eight indicted in White House UFC Freedom 250 attack plot called themselves ‘Shriveled Shlong,’ ‘Whiskey Six,’ prosecutors say

The eight would-be domestic terrorists accused of plotting a shocking drone attack on the White House during a UFC card last month tried to hide their identities behind asinine code names, authorities say. “Shriveled Shlong,” “Whiskey Six,” and “Viper of the S.O.G.” were some of the cryptonyms chosen by the motley crew who…

Kiké Hernández to skip Dodgers’ White House visit

Kiké Hernández appears unlikely to be making a return trip to the White House with the Los Angeles Dodgers. The Dodgers are expected to visit President Donald Trump later this month during an off-day to celebrate their 2025 World Series championship. But after a fan commented on one of Hernández’s…

EU warns Meta to change ‘addictive’ Facebook, Instagram features — or get big fines

The European Union’s tech regulator told Meta on Friday to make big changes to Facebook and Instagram’s “addictive” features — or face steep fines. The European Commission called out Mark Zuckerberg’s company for several specific features, including “highly personalized recommendations, autoplay and infinite scroll” that allegedly combine to keep users…

Ex-Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleads not guilty to vandalizing Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool: ‘Not a crime to touch water’

WASHINGTON — Former US Olympic canoeist David Hearn pleaded not guilty Thursday to a charge of vandalizing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after allegedly yanking at the “American-flag blue” sealant the Trump administration installed on its bottom. Defense attorney Mary Dohrmann entered the plea on Hearn’s behalf during a brief…

Canon EOS R6 III review: A wildlife wonder

The Canon EOS R6 III is Canon’s newest full-frame camera. We absolutely loved the R6 II when we reviewed it, and the Mark III’s improved 32.5MP resolution, 7K video capability and CFexpress compatibility build on that strong foundation to take this camera from the beginner and enthusiast level straight into…

Doctors are noticing a concerning trait in babies just hours after birth

New research has found a concerning characteristic in babies that could greatly affect their health down the line. While some gut microbiome can pass in utero, a newborn’s gut microbiome was previously thought to be nearly sterile, mostly acquiring bacteria during birth or via breastfeeding. But new findings may prove…

Dem Rep. Hillary Scholten fought to conceal divorce docs because they would hurt election chances, cause ‘irreparable reputational harm’

WASHINGTON — Michigan Rep. Hillary Scholten fought to seal the court docs about her divorce — as her lawyer admitted that they could hurt her election chances and cause “irreparable reputational harm.” Earlier this month, Scholten (D-Mich.), 44, publicly revealed that her husband of 20 years, Jesse Holcomb, “suddenly left…

Ex-USC receiver, top NFL prospect, arrested days ahead of draft

Just days before the NFL draft, one of the top wide receiver prospects has been arrested on two possible misdemeanor charges. Former USC and Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch, a consensus Day 2 pick in the draft, faces misdemeanor charges of obstructing public sidewalks/streets, prowling and obstruction of a law…

NYC developer Stephen Ross conquering West Palm Beach

Stephen M. Ross, who as former head of Related Cos. drove development of Time-Warner Center at Columbus Circle and Hudson Yards, is creating a new Boomtown USA far from Manhattan’s West Side — in West Palm Beach, a short bridge stroll across the Intracoastal Waterway from its wealthier cousin, Palm…

Twins manager Derek Shelton’s profane ejection rant caught on hot mic

An argument between an umpire and Minnesota Twins manager Derek Shelton was caught on a hot microphone. During the Twins’ 5-4 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday, Shelton was ejected from the game after Reds star shortstop Elly de la Cruz checked his swing on a pitch, subsequently hitting…

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