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 toddler has shrugged off death an incredible 10 times thanks to his parents who revive him with the kiss of life every two weeks .
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 .
A group of shelter dogs showcase their loveable personalities in a series of passport-style photographs - in the hope of finding their forever homes .
WELCOME to what could be the world's tallest TOTALLY wooden construction .
THIS is the incredible moment a pelican throws a fish into the air and SLAM DUNKS it into its enormous throat sack .
The claws come out at meal time as a group of white tailed eagles brawl over road-kill .
SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
A pair of adorable polar bear cubs play-fight with each other in the Alaskan snow .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .