AN Irish woman has become the first adult in the world to receive a revolutionary REMOTE CONTROLLED 'ROBO SPINE', which uses magnets to combat the effects of scoliosis. Deirdre McDonnell, 34, from Drogheda, County Louth, can now stand tall for the first time after undergoing the pioneering MAGEC rod operation. The operation, also known as the magnetic expansion control system, involves the insertion of a magnetic rod that is screwed onto the spine and controlled externally in order to correct the curvature caused by scoliosis. Up until now, the £15K procedure has only been performed on children, as it was thought only to be effective for early onset scoliosis - typically diagnosed before the age of ten.
SAILING peacefully across a river in the early morning light, a fisherman in China keeps a 1000 year old tradition alive .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
WITH the mystical clouds forming a thick blanket and the electrifying lights below, these stunning pictures provide a unique view of the cityscape of Dubai taken from the tallest building in the world .
Here's a APPY solution that should brighten up a wet weekend away camping - a wood powered stove that also recharges your smartphone .
A Brit photographer has captured one of the world's most camera-shy species of fish - during a game of underwater peek-a-boo .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
AT 4,800 metres high and just three metres wide, this is the most dangerous road in the world .
Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .