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 group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
FIFTEEEN years after it was closed pictures by a British teacher show the calamity Hong Kong airport that was closed for being too dangerous .
WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .
A cricket perches on an unusual seat after crawling up the snout of a crocodile .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
STRIKING photos capture nature at its most raw and powerful during Earth’s most electrifying event .
With their guts spewing and eyes hanging out, these are the cuddly toys children might be reluctant to curl up to .
These are the amazing close up pictures of North Korea's mass games - after photographers were previously banned from taking shots so close to the dazzling formation dances .
DIPPING his head into the vase of water, this little squirrel takes a refreshing break from an afternoon of eating .