An American man who suffered horrific third-degree burns to 70 percent of his body in a childhood accident has faced his fears by becoming a firefighter. Terry McCarty was just six years old when he was engulfed with flames after his brothers filled a bowl with kerosene, which was set alight and accidentally knocked on to him. After the accident, the 29-year-old from Hawthorne, Nevada, endured 58 operations as well as cruel taunts from bullies who called him Freddy Krueger, because of the scars on his face, body and arms. But Terry was determined to overcome the harrowing experience and bravely became a firefighter to face the fears that crippled his confidence for years.
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
A blanket of fog is lit up by the colourful glowing lights of the city below .
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Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .
WITH STUNNING colours and serene scenes, these photographs capture the otherworldly beauty of the English coast .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
STARING open-mouthed into the camera, this shocked fish looks out of place in the middle of its angry friends .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .