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 BRITISH couple are the first to tie the knot inside an enormous GLACIER in Iceland .
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .
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 .
LYING back in the snow, these two polar bears share a cuddle as they call time out on playtime .
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 .
LUMINOUS green rocks could easily be a beach from Superman's homeland of Krypton .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
TUGGING on the wing of his sibling, this needy owl is after some attention .
MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .
Grandmother Janet Kirby was told she couldn't board her plane home after being accused of assault .
CLIMBING, falling and tugging on his weary mum, this little orangutan is up to all kinds of trouble .
As sunlight cascades through its vibrant stained glass windows, every inch of the Nasir-ol-Mulk Mosque bursts with colour .