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.
SITTING on a burning sofa unable to move, one man turns his terrifying dreams into reality .
SPARKLING bright inside their box, it’s hard to believe these diamonds are made from the cremated remains of the deceased .
SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .
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 .
LIFTING their heads high and bumping beaks, these aggressive pelicans clash over fish .
THESE kaleidoscopic-like photographs capture England’s churches and cathedrals in all their glory .
These are the faces of orphans suffering from the horrifying effects of chemical warfare .
A BIKINI swim with jellyfish sounds like the most painful past-time on the planet .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
The view from this rooftop pool is sure to make most holidaymakers envious .
WRAPPED up in classy headscarves, these adorable pooches are the picture of sophistication .
A disabled sheep is enjoying a new fleece of life after receiving a specially-designed wheelchair .