A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record. Robyn Benincasa, 47, paddled non-stop for 90 miles around California's Huntington Beach Harbour. The athlete, from Cardiff by the Sea, California, spent 24 hours standing on a surf board while struggling against the pain of her artificial hip. 'I did this for all of the amazing women I know who are recovering from medical setbacks. I want to show what's possible when you choose not to focus on what you've lost, but on being the best of what you are today,' Robyn said…
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
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An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze .
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A hungry hippo is seconds away from catching a bird in its gigantic jaws .
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A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue .
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