Scientists have uncovered a hidden layer of porous rock, called "tuff," beneath Italy's Campi Flegrei volcano—just two miles below the surface. This spongy layer acts like a trap, holding volcanic gases under pressure and possibly explaining why the area has been so geologically restless lately.

Turns out, ancient North Americans were way more into farming than we thought. Archaeologists studying a thousand-year-old settlement in Michigan found evidence of extensive agriculture, suggesting that large-scale farming took root earlier—and more widely—on the continent than previously believed.

Archaeologists in Turkey have unearthed a royal tomb dating back 2,800 years near the ancient city tied to the legendary King Midas—yes, the "golden touch" guy. The discovery, announced by Turkey’s culture minister, adds a fascinating piece to the puzzle of the Phrygian civilization, which thrived in the region during the 8th century B.C.

This week's science news is a wild mix of cosmic threats and ancient mysteries. Researchers warn about swarms of "city-killer" asteroids lurking in our solar system—some big enough to wipe out entire urban areas if they hit Earth. On a lighter note, archaeologists uncovered the remarkably preserved remains of a Bronze Age toddler, nicknamed the "Ice Prince," buried with ornate artifacts that hint at a high-status burial.