Heather A. Davis

It’s simple in this online age to find information about ancient objects. But back in the 1950s and 60s, archaeologists and anthropologists had to rely solely on their wits—at least, they did during the weekly half-hour television show, “What in the World?”

With just a little bit of effort, that pen you’re holding could be turned into much more than just a pen. It could be turned into a garbage can, a kite or tote bag—or some other creatively “upcycled” product.

It’s been a little more than a month since a 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti, and the needs of survivors show no signs of abating.

WHAT: The Jean Madeline Aveda Institute is a school for salon owners, stylists and aestheticians–in-training. It’s also one of the best deals in the area for salon-quality haircuts, facials, manicures and pedicures.

It’s simple in this online age to find information about ancient objects. But back in the 1950s and 60s, archaeologists and anthropologists had to rely solely on their wits—at least, they did during the weekly half-hour television show, “What in the World?”

With just a little bit of effort, that pen you’re holding could be turned into much more than just a pen. It could be turned into a garbage can, a kite or tote bag—or some other creatively “upcycled” product.

  It’s been a little more than a month since a 7.0 earthquake struck Haiti, and the needs of survivors show no signs of abating.

WHAT: The Jean Madeline Aveda Institute is a school for salon owners, stylists and aestheticians–in-training. It’s also one of the best deals in the area for salon-quality haircuts, facials, manicures and pedicures.

The first Haitian residents flown to the United States for medical care are being treated at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, due to an enormous effort from a second-year medical student, a team of doctors and a nonprofit organization.