WITH the phosphorescent blobs and mesmerising patterns, these spectacular images may look like the hall marks of an enchanted forest but it is in fact the scene of thousands of dancing FIREFLIES. The luminous green lights that glow from the insects help to give the impression of an extract from a fairy-tale. The magical photographs were taken by photographer Takaaki Ishikawa, 55, on a trip to Nagoya City in Japan. 'Fireflies are very delicate creatures, so it is important to not catch or disturb them,' said Takaaki
USUALLY full to bursting, these London Underground stations stand silent and completely commuter free .
Raising his arms above his head and lying flat on his back, a polar bear stretches as he sprawls out across the ice .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
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A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
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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