How to stop screwing up on your diet (part 2)
By Ari Snaevarsson, Features Editor Read part 1 of Ari’s series here What to do when you fall off the wagon In answering this, I am going to speak in broad terms so as not to prescribe you an “eat these foods and do this thing” potion. What will work flawlessly for one person might have no relevance whatsoever for another, so I want to cover my bases and leave you with at least one tip you are able to implement effectively. ...
Activities Fair sparks interest: New clubs gain recognition
By Kevin Wright, contributing writer Stine Lake hosted the 2016 Gettysburg College Activities Fair this past Friday, September 2, during a bright and breezy evening. Students had an opportunity to peruse more than 90 organizations that consisted of community service, the arts, political action, health, academics and more. After a busy week of students adjusting to their class schedules, this was one way to spend a Friday night with...
Gauging the price of EpiPen: Too much regulation, or too little?
By Erin Stackowitz, Staff Writer “We take for granted the very things that most deserve our gratitude.” This quote by Cynthia Ozick is something that most Americans think pharmaceutical company executives need to hear the most. These executives stand confidently behind huge paychecks and are often unaware of the implications that even a slight increase in price could have on their patients. They seem to feed on the extreme...
New study reveals dogs can understand human speech
By Sam Siomko, Staff Writer All dog lovers are guilty of talking to their canine companions. We ask them about their day after we get home from work or explain why they cannot have a piece of our chocolate cake. But what if our dogs could actually understand us? According to a study recently published in Science, they can. They might not be able to understand when you explain to them that the garbage truck is not a threat, but the way...
iPhone 7 reported to have impressive new features
By Kayla Britt, MS&T Editor Apple is gearing up for its release of the iPhone 7/7 Plus. The new phone is reported by AppleInsider to have a range of stylish and useful new features including an enhanced camera along with longer power and battery life. Reported to be missing? The standard headphone jack. Instead, users will listen to music via Bluetooth or the Lightning port. Physically, it will most likely resemble the iPhone 6s...
