Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions. The porcupines, after leaving their spikey mark, hurry away from the pack of big cats. But they are unable to escape when the pride's alpha male lion arrives and devours the retreating spine covered rodents. Amateur photographer and software tester Philip Eglise witness the battle during a trip to the Kalahari Desert, South Africa .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
THIS is the fascinating abandoned house, complete with mystery portraits and homely items, that has been dubbed - crooked cottage .
A pair of snarling foxes go paw-to-paw and brawl after unexpectedly crossing paths .
CONTRASTING settings reveal some of England’s most beautiful landscapes in all their glory .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
This is the amazing moment two white-tailed kites take an in-flight meal - exchanging prey at 100 foot high in mid air .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
At least three people have been killed and more than 100 injured, some seriously, in two explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
CAUSING a splash, this determined kingfisher goes hunting for dinner .
AN EXERCISING turtle and an ice-skating chick are hardly everyday exploits in the animal community .
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .