As the Green Wattle Creek wildfire in Australia all but wiped out the village of Balmoral, one man survived the flames by hiding inside a makeshift kiln, according to a report Sunday. Pottery artist ...

As bush fires continue to burn out of control across Australia -- engulfing whole towns and leaving little behind but the charred remains of people's homes -- remarkable stories of survival have ...

Microwave kilns might not be able to do everything a traditional kiln does, but for hobbyists and crafters looking for an affordable way to melt glass at home, they certainly are a handy alternative.