Volcanic ash preserved the feathers of this 30,000-years-old vulture in exquisite detail
This discovery marks the first-ever record of such preservation, representing an entirely new form of soft tissue ...
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Italy is a hotbed of volcanic activity
Italy's Mount Etna and Mount Stromboli volcanoes erupted in recent days, spewing smoke and ash into the air. These volcanoes are two of the most active in the world — but they are not the only ...
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New fossil discovery reveals how volcanic deposits can preserve the microscopic details of animal tissues
An analysis of a 30,000-year-old fossil vulture from Central Italy has revealed for the first time that volcanic rock can ...
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Stromboli volcano, Italy
A team of volcanologists are investigating the dynamics of explosive eruptions at Stromboli volcano, Italy, with a particular focus on its last 5,000 years of activity. Present-day volcanic activity ...
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6 dangerous volcanoes that could shut down the world
The bad news is that Italy is ripe with volcanic activity. Likelihood: Scientists say the "year to year probability" of a major eruption is low, but preparations should be taken anyway given the ...
A 30,000-Year-Old Fossil Frozen in Volcanic Ash Holds an Unbelievable Secret
Paleontologists have unveiled a 30,000-year-old vulture fossil in Italy, preserved in volcanic ash, showcasing microscopic ...
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Naples residents camp outdoors after overnight quake
Italy's National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) said that there was "no evidence" that an eruption of the nearby Campi Flegrei volcanic crater was imminent. In Bagnoli, close to ...
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First Look: Bar Taralli Has Volcanic Wines and Hard-To-Find Southern Italian Dishes
It also adorns the tables and carrara-marble bar at chef Salvatore ... The extensive wine list – curated by Giorgio and Fuggiano – homes in on the volcanic wines of southern Italy, like fiano, ...