A 20st mum-of-four who was dangerously obese has lost half her body weight after her son drew her as a BLOB at school. Meryem Davies, 38, was shamed into losing 10st thanks to her five-year-old son Thomas’ brutal honesty. Now the online shopper at Sainsbury’s from Pontypridd, South Wales, weighs a healthy 10st and is a trim size 10.
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .
A German photographer travelled around Africa where he met and photographed members of tribes in a series of intimate portraits .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
Gigantic 100ft waves create the perfect playground for dare-devil surfers from across the world .
From a floating jelly fish to a relaxed seal, Britain’s unappreciated beach life is captured above and below the water .
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
With an abandoned tricycle sitting in an empty corridor, this derelict but once grand mansion could be the setting for The Shining .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
COULD this be the most distastrous wedding cake fail EVER? Most brides opt for a traditional tiered white wedding cake decorated with delicate pink roses and lace for their big day .