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.
DIVING down at a speed of 75mph, this is the moment a hungry osprey caught his prey .
FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
ALL IS not as it seems in these deceptive cityscapes .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
The lighthouses of Brittany, from Brest to Le Conquet, stand tall on France’s north-western coast against stunning scenery .
FINALLY catching a meal, a pair of great white egrets fight over their dinner .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
ESCAPING A LANDFILL FUTURE, these amazing science fiction inspired sculptures are made from everyday objects .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .
THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .