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 .
WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .
ARMED with her camera, bikini and flippers, this brave diver goes swimming with SHARKS .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
An artist has transformed traditional Thanksgiving dinners into mini-masterpieces .
WITHOUT a care in the world, this little chimpanzee shows off her gymnastic skills as she swings around her enclosure .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .
What lies beneath this building site? Britain's great hope of winning the pre-WW2 arms race against Nazi Germany .
The lighthouses of Brittany, from Brest to Le Conquet, stand tall on France’s north-western coast against stunning scenery .
FROM KISSING an alligator on the nose to walking over broken glass, this fearless daredevil is a real life female JACKASS .