A soap bubble lands on the frosty ground and creates a shimmering snow globe as crystals form around it. Pictured under the winter sun, the bubbles glow as sunlight bounces off their surface. Photographer Hope Thurston Carter captured the images after blowing the soap bubbles on several freezing days in Michigan. The 52-year-old, of Martin, Michigan, says: 'I got the idea to blow bubbles outside in the winter after I saw several similar photos on the internet.
TRYING their best to wriggle away, three adorable tiger cubs receive their health checks at Chester Zoo .
A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
A fox takes a tumble and lands on his head when he tries to fend off a pair of eagles in Japan .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
A floating market in Indonesia is bursting with vibrant colours as wooden rowing boats loaded with fruit and vegetables crowd the river .
WITH SNOW COVERING the ground around them, these two polar bears play fight .