A doting seal smiles at her sweet little pup as she tickles its tummy on the beach.

HUDDLING under a leaf, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls take shelter from the rain.

A woman has been left unable to smile after undergoing emergency surgery to remove infected lip fillers.

A Romanian photographer has captured the unique patterns of hundreds of human eyes in a series of striking macro shots.

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 group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes.

A miracle baby born with half-a-heart will make this Mother's Day extra special for her mum - as she was given just 24 hours to live.

A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint.

A woman who blew £12k of her student loan on junk food and booze has lost 10st after ditching her unhealthy habits.

A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard.

An adorable baby girl was born with a heart-shaped birthmark on her forehead - after being conceived on Valentine's Day.

Meet the real life princess who has spent £10k transforming herself into nine Disney beauties.

A Canadian photographer has captured crystal clear mirror images of Toronto's architecture reflected in puddles - simply by using his iPhone.

A woman who battled aggressive bowel cancer has started a fashion blog offering style tips for those living with a colostomy bag.

Leaping out of the ocean, a group of gentoo penguins fly through the air before landing safely on an iceberg.