Heart pounding, Rebecca Cain jumped as a car door slammed on the street outside. Alone at home, the 24-year-old hid behind drawn curtains and refused to answer the phone. It had been days since she'd ventured out to see her mates and even the sight of a new text had her on edge. For months, Rebecca was a nervous wreck - all because of her ex-boyfriend.
These are the amazing close up pictures of North Korea's mass games - after photographers were previously banned from taking shots so close to the dazzling formation dances .
A hypnotherapist filmed himself sexually abusing a 19-year-old patient while she was in a trance-like state .
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
AIRPORT staff have been put on alert after diet pills that come in grenade shaped containers sparked security alerts .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
LYING flat out on his back, this little meerkat makes the most of the English sunshine .
A pair of BEAUTIFUL rescue sea turtles spot their catch in the waters of the Great Barrier Reef .
With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .