HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers. The 11x5ft pool, located in south-eastern California, was built by Austrian visual artist Alfredo Barsuglia. The free retreat includes a solar-powered filter and chlorination system, but visitors face a challenge if they want to take a dip.
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
WITH LUSH GREEN LANDSCAPES stretching out as far as the eye can see, you're in for a treat at these one of a kind treehouses .
RAISING his flipper, this two day old seal pup gives a wave to the camera .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
Complete with core, mantle and crust, these incredible planet cakes are truly out of this world .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
More weather chaos is heading our way, with ice and snow already hitting areas across Birmingham .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - MILEY MASH-UP: MILEY CYRUS’ naked wrecking ball vid has been lampooned in this side-spitting photo-mashup .