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.
Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .
STEPFORD wives from the 1950's and 60's are performing history's most sexist exercise programme .
A unique business in Birkenhead, Merseyside is sure to leave you HALF-CUT with its unusual pub and barbers combination .
Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .
SAT with his arms folded and a cross look on his face, this Gorilla looks like he's had enough of the Christmas holidays already .
Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .
With the vivid red smoke billowing into the sky amid the misty sand dunes, these are the blissful views provided at the break of dawn at a volcano .
DINING under the stars, this restaurant takes you back in time - inside an ancient cave .
These are the men with one of the most unpleasant jobs in the world .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .