A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants. Disgusted mourners have arrived at their loved ones graves to find penalty notices insensitively stuck to the headstones, demanding money for having more than one pot plant. Several visitors to Alfreton Cemetery in Derbyshire were met with a letter from Amber Valley Borough Council stating they had to pay for a garden permit.
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
SOME OF the sea’s most terrifying creatures show their softer side as they join a group of diners for lunch .
The gunslingers are long gone and tumbleweeds have taken over at this abandoned American Wild West Theme Park in Cornwall .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .
THIS is the incredible moment a pelican throws a fish into the air and SLAM DUNKS it into its enormous throat sack .
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000 .
THESE LOVE BIRDS can’t keep their beaks off each other as they share a very public display of affection .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .