WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze. Bathing in the hot springs, he looks right at home as he indulges in a bit of me time. This calm monkey was captured by Edinburgh photographer Chris Rush, 26, while visiting the Jigokudani Monkey Park in Japan. “These photographs capture one of the most beautiful creatures I have ever encountered,” says Chris, originally of Newcastle.
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
THIS ONE of a kind experience brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'a coffee to go' .
MESMERIZING night sky photographs offer a spellbinding look at the stars .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .
With an abandoned tricycle sitting in an empty corridor, this derelict but once grand mansion could be the setting for The Shining .
Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .
Primed and ready for action, this collection of striking images from the battlefield could be mistaken for authentic photos taking during World War II .
THIS DANGER-mad female pensioner could be the oldest Brit to cage dive with CROCODILES .