A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record. Robyn Benincasa, 47, paddled non-stop for 90 miles around California's Huntington Beach Harbour. The athlete, from Cardiff by the Sea, California, spent 24 hours standing on a surf board while struggling against the pain of her artificial hip. 'I did this for all of the amazing women I know who are recovering from medical setbacks. I want to show what's possible when you choose not to focus on what you've lost, but on being the best of what you are today,' Robyn said…
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
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 .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .
SOARING at 112 miles per hour through the air, this petite blonde certainly lives up to her title as the fastest flying woman in the world .
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .