15 signs it's a stinking hot summer in Australia

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As America freezes through the month of January, Australians are sweating like a roast dinner. The temperature can skyrocket above 40 degrees celsius in certain parts of the land Down Under and the only way to avoid a puddle at your feet and a peeling skin is to turn the aircon on, pull down the blinds and put your head in the freezer.

Over the years, Australians have acclimatised to the terrifying conditions by employing a strict set of guidelines to survive. It means eating your iceblock from the bottom, sleeping on the bathroom floor and avoiding all forms of metal. In this world of extremes you can never let your guard down, or you'll end up a blistering, sticky mess. Read more...

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