A teenager bullied for having birthmarks all over her body now hopes to become a Hollywood actress to show girls that beauty comes from being unique .

Red squirrels are well known for their intelligence and curiosity but when one snapper caught this furry little guy trying to take his own self-portrait he couldn't help but be taken aback .

MEET the real life sleeping beauty - who snoozed for TWO months when a rare sleep disorder took over her life and turned it into a nightmare .

ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .

A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .

A stunning ice cave in Iceland is illuminated by sunlight as the bright blue ice appears glow inside .

LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .

The aurora lights captured in Blair Nebraska, America - WITH electrifying purple and illuminous green brightening up the night sky, this is the rare moment a flash of 'sprite' lightening was captured on camera .

A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .

A good samaritan who came to the aid of a rape victim has told how they were turned away from the Salvation Army because "they only help men" .

MEET the painter who makes his living squirting paint from his EYES .

PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .