HIDDEN in the middle of the Mojave Desert, a secret oasis awaits intrepid travellers .

THIS LITTLE squirrel tries to keep himself snug as snow starts to fall around him .

AN American accountant has grown the world's biggest MELON and smashed his way into the record books with his mammoth 350 .

Soldiers standing guard outside the Woolwich barracks in London - Two terror suspects are under armed guard in separate hospitals in London after a serving soldier was hacked to death in the street .

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 .

SLEEPING within touching distance of wild African animals might not be everyone's idea of a relaxing break .

A HEIGHT-addicted airline pilot has taken pictures of the Dubai from 1,300-feet .

Here's a APPY solution that should brighten up a wet weekend away camping - a wood powered stove that also recharges your smartphone .

THE THOUGHT OF BECOMING shipwrecked on a remote destination would fill most holidaymakers with dread .

Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .

TOMORROW (Saturday) marks the 28th anniversary of the nuclear disaster that left the city of Chernobyl devastated .

A tiny puppy who lost his front legs after being hit by a train has been given and new LEASH of life with a set of wheels .