Category Archives: News

On the Cover of the Rolling Stone ..

Though the title of this article references an old song by Dr. Hook, the concept is brand new:  Pope Francis is the first – and perhaps only – Pope on the cover of the the iconic Rolling Stone magazine. The … Continue reading

Posted in McMoments, News | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Lost in New York City

On October 4th, Avonté Oquendo, an autistic 14-year old, went missing in Long Island City, New York. There is security footage of Avonté running out of his school, past a school security guard, and out into a park further down … Continue reading

Posted in McMoments, News | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Abusive Photoshop

I want to be thinner. I want to have clearer skin. I want to be tan. I want to be beautiful like her. I want to be more muscular like him. The pressure to be perfect in today’s society is … Continue reading

Posted in Entertainment, McMoments, News | Tagged | Leave a comment

Female Body Image

What is the definition of beauty? The dictionary defines it as, “A combination of qualities, such as shape, color, or form that pleases the aesthetic senses, esp. the sight.” But in Hollywood it seems to be defined as “tall, blonde, … Continue reading

Posted in McAuley News, McMoments, News | Tagged | Leave a comment

Can Human Genes Be Patented?

Myriad Genetics, a Utah company, has brilliantly created a test that has helped millions of women make medical decisions that will affect their futures. This test can determine whether the composition of an individual woman’s genes make her more likely … Continue reading

Posted in McAuley News, McMoments, News | Tagged , | Leave a comment

Our thoughts and prayers are with the LaSalle community

Posted in McAuley News, McMoments, News | Leave a comment

Expert Tips on Surviving Amusement Parks

Do you hate waiting in line for over an hour to go on a roller coaster or spending too much money on junk food?  Here is some expert advice on how to survive — and enjoy — amusement parks. Do … Continue reading

Posted in Entertainment, McAuley News, McMoments, News | Leave a comment

Ten Things Soda Companies Won’t Tell You

It’s no secret that soda is delicious. It has an enticing sugary and fizzy taste and also can give you a short burst of energy. You always see commercials on television advertising these qualities of soda, but there are several … Continue reading

Posted in Food, McAuley News, McMoments, News | Leave a comment

Why Do You Close Your Eyes When You Sneeze?

In the past, it was common belief that “evil spirits” were expelled when someone sneezed, or that the heart stopped beating for an instant upon sneezing. One tale is even that your eyeballs will pop out if you sneeze with … Continue reading

Posted in McAuley News, McMoments, News | Leave a comment

A New Flu Emerges

It all started in late February, when a man from Shanghai developed a cough.  Two weeks later, he was dead.  His death was one of thirteen fatalities caused by a new strand of bird flu that has been moving throughout … Continue reading

Posted in McAuley News, McMoments, News | Tagged | Leave a comment