An Australian teen was recently hospitalised after a mysterious swarm of creatures seemed to bite his legs and cause serious bleeding. While the incident has produced some shock and awe, there's no reason to get too worked up about it.

Earlier this month, a child in the US died a week after apparently aspirating water while wading with his family. The media has called this a case of "dry drowning", also called "secondary" or "delayed" drowning, in which a person initially seems fine after inhaling water but then dies hours or days later.

Happy weekend, and welcome back to 3-Ingredient Happy Hour, the weekly drink column featuring super simple yet delicious libations.

Picture the scene: you're enjoying a seaside stroll in some airy rubber thongs when one of the Y-shaped straps suddenly snaps. You're now forced to hobble around with bare feet on scolding hot pavement. Tch, eh?

The next time you suffer this summer indignation, impress your friends with this DIY repair. All you need is a nut and a washer.

Sunscreen is sunscreen, so you'd think the way you apply it doesn't really matter. However, choosing between cream or lotion and a spray-on sunscreen can impact the likelihood you'll use it, the amount of coverage on your skin, and even the actual protection you get. Let's find out which might be better for you in this sunscreen showdown.

On the afternoon of one of the hottest days this year so far, Sydney's inner west has just gone dark. 11,000 homes are without electricity, andlo salvation isn't expected until later tonight. It's not a planned outage caused by excess load, though — the problem is with the local network in the area.

The Australia Bureau of Meteorology's heatwave service is working overtime as the country braces for temperatures of up to 47 degrees Celsius over the weekend. Preparation is key, so here's some practical tips on how to deal with the heat, from experts (and us).

Brief news items of note for Lifehacker readers, including: Star Wars explained in one handy chart, Tesla Model S becomes fastest car in the world, inside the "horrifying" three-day heatwave coming to Australia's east coast.

Pineapple is delicious, and not as difficult to butcher as it looks. Once you've cut up your fruit, don't toss the skins - you can use them to make a delicious infused tea in about an hour.

As summer eases into autumn, we stand at the prime time to start, or restart, a running routine. We're looking at two months or so of beautiful running weather, with plenty of light in the mornings and evenings. Lace up, and let's get started.

DIY air conditioners, while handy alternatives to running an actual air conditioner, often look pretty ugly. With some paint, a fan and a bucket, though, you can make a DIY air conditioner that not just cools you but looks cool too.

Video: We're well into summer, and I cannot seem to get enough frozen foods in my mouth. Granitas, which are basically "elevated slushies", are perhaps the easiest way to do that, and you can make them with almost any liquid.

Summer is in full swing now. Make sure you and your home are prepared for the blazing heat, unpredictable weather and summer-loving bugs.

Some people keep nothing in their cars. Others look like a dumping ground that they're squatting in.

It's important to keep the right things in there so you're prepared for a breakdown or emergency. Here's 20 things to replace the old McDonald's wrappers with.

It's almost Australia day, and for some of us that means long weekend adventures. Maybe you're even even going to be hitting the open road. Road trips are fun, but they're even better when you're organised and safe. Here are our tips for prepping your car for a road warrior holiday.

Whether you just don't have air conditioning or want to save money on energy, there are lots of ways to keep cool as the mercury rises. Here are some good ones.

Frozen toys or treats are a great way to help your dog stay cool during hot weather. Make your own frozen dog treats with just three ingredients and a few minutes in the kitchen.

As the weather heats up, Australian households won’t just be cranking up the air conditioning for themselves. Some households will be turning it on for their dogs or cats. We look at some ways to keep your pets happy and hydrated without relying entirely on your AC.

This summer has already produced some of the hottest days on record - and we're only halfway through the season. This can cause serious damage to your motor vehicle, especially if it's an older model or you regularly drive for long periods. Here are some beat-the-heat tips to decrease the odds of breaking down and forking out for expensive repairs.