volcanoAnd you thought Mount Vesuvius was a big deal. Well, I
mean, it was a big deal. And you weren't really there anyway,
because the volcano erupted in Pompeii, Italy, back in 79 AD.
But apparently there's another volcano hidden in the same area,
and this one ain't just any old volcano -- it's a supervolcano,
the only kind capable of "eruptions that can have global
catastrophic effects comparable to major meteorite impacts." 
Oh boy! Like the "meteorite impact" thought to have caused the
extinction of the dinosaurs? Yup! That's why scientists are
planning to drill 2.2 miles beneath the surface of the area to
monitor the activity of the molten lava (i.e., watch for warning
signs).  Of course, locals are nervous -- more about the
drilling than the possible GIGANTIC eruption, however.  Clearly
of the "leave well enough alone" mentality, they're reportedly
worried the drilling might rumble up some earthquakes or cause
rivers of molten rock to "escape." Madone de mia! Somebody call
the Vatican!  Guess the anci