A mum-of-two, who was scarred for life in a brutal attack at the hands of her ex-boyfriend, is now urging others to leave their abusive partners. Lauren Adcock, 28, of Walsall, West Midlands, was viciously assaulted by Jajay Flynn, 26, in a terrifying three hour ordeal after he burnt her with a lighter and cigarettes. Eventually she managed to escape and fled to hospital where scans revealed she had suffered fractures to her hand, as well as horrific burns, and multiple bruises. In September, Flynn was jailed for five-and-a-half years at Wolverhampton Crown Court after pleading guilty to two counts of wounding with intent of grievous bodily harm.
From giant mountains to vast deserts, an American photographer spent a year capturing the diverse and beautiful landscape of the United States .
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Swirling water and sand create amazing aerial images of river deltas across Iceland .
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
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PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
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