A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates. The canyon is a crack between the North American and Eurasian continents and every year these two continental plates drift about 2cm further apart. French marine biologist Mathieu Foulquie dived to 49ft and captured these images during an expedition through the freshwater Silfra canyon, located in Thingvellir Lake, Iceland. The 40-year-old, of Montpellier, France, says: “I had the privilege to dive at the famous Silfra dive site, probably the most impressive freshwater rift in Iceland.
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .
A toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .