POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline.Exploding from the looming clouds, the flashes of lightning create an impressive display for the residents of Sassari, a city on the island of Sardinia, which sits to the west of Italy.Watching as bolts of lightning hit the Mediterranean Sea, photographer and student Daniele Macis stood on his rooftop and captured the phenomenon that took place earlier this month.
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
A fox takes a tumble and lands on his head when he tries to fend off a pair of eagles in Japan .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
An adorable orangutan named Pongo celebrates his first birthday at Zoo Atlanta, Georgia, America .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
LOCATIONS bursting with vibrant greens and chestnut browns, these photographs capture the peaceful English countryside in all its glory .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .
The beds are consumed by moss instead of customers at this abandoned hotel .