WITH their robotic movements and pristine uniforms, these are the sexy traffic girls of North Korea that are becoming iconic figures in the secretive state. Instead of using traffic lights to control the stop and go flow of the cross-roads, attractive women dressed in perfectly crisps and identical outfits dangerously stand along in the middle of the road on a small platform. Displaying riveting focus, they are only allowed to turn counter-clockwise, directing traffic with forceful and halting movements. They have been the subject of photographic study for many years but French photographer Eric Lafforgue, 49, captured these moments during six trips to the Marxist country.
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 .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
An osprey soars through the air at 30 miles per hour before swooping down to catch its prey from a lake .
SQUEEZING their furry faces through a hole in a tree, a trio of curious baby squirrels leave their nest for the first time to explore their surroundings .
A BRITISH couple are the first to tie the knot inside an enormous GLACIER in Iceland .
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
WITH A LITTLE cap of fresh snow resting on his head, this squirrel tries his best to pull off his new look .
SAILING over crystal clear waters, the Bajau people of Malaysia live their lives almost entirely at SEA .
This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .
A couple celebrated tying the knot with a spectacular Alice in Wonderland-themed wedding reception .
