Archaeologists discovered a 2,000-year-old brain turned to glass by the intense heat of the Mount Vesuvius eruption. The victim, a young caretaker, was preserved in a unique and terrifying way. Read more...

Archaeological discoveries include a man's brain turned to glass by Vesuvius and a hoard of Roman silver coins, offering insights into ancient life and death. Read more...

Researchers have discovered a rare phenomenon: the 2,000-year-old eruption of Mount Vesuvius vitrified a victim's brain, turning it into glass. The discovery offers insight into the devastating effects of the eruption. Read more...