MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog. The island of Lundy 12 miles off the coast of Devon is home to around 60 of these charismatic grey seals who play in the shallow waters this time of year. Pictures show how one of these sea mammals fell in love with software developer Past Baker, from Brighton. Once he spotted Pash the sociable marine beast swam through her legs, and gave her a cuddle before the pair sealed their love with a bubbly kiss
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
CARRYING a fully grown goat on his back, this five-year-old boy is a child shepherd in the mountains of northern Ethiopia .
BEAUTIFULLY lit by the dim glow of lanterns, a cave in Iceland is transformed into the perfect wedding venue .
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
A mining town in Australia’s outback appears to be completely deserted, but its residents have escaped the scorching heat by living in underground caves .
A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .
Destroyed buildings and overturned cars are seen after a huge tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma, near Oklahoma City, May 20, 2013 .
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .
A little brown bear cub shows his doting mum that she is always on parent duty as he uses her as a scratching post .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
With blue waves tumbling over them, these surfers glide underneath a tunnel of water .