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.
ROLLING around in the snow, these young brown bears take a break from their play fight to share a tender hug with one another .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
WITH the mystical clouds forming a thick blanket and the electrifying lights below, these stunning pictures provide a unique view of the cityscape of Dubai taken from the tallest building in the world .
Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .
From foster care to the MAGICAL world of cosplay, a young girl’s dreams become reality after being adopted by a photography loving couple .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
SKIPPING on the spot, an adorable little owl embraces the 'running man' challenge .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
THIS RING of fire in the sky is the annular solar eclipse that wowed our cousins down-under .