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.
EAGERLY BITING his nails, this little squirrel is clearly nervous of looming predators as he searches for his meal .
THIS ONE of a kind experience brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'a coffee to go' .
HOTSPOT MEDIA - FUNKY BUMP: FROM MIRROR bellies to rainbow bumps these pregnancy casts of stone and bronze could be the funkiest way to preserve your bump for posterity .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
LINED up one by one on a deer’s back, these little birds give their wings a break as they catch a ride across London .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
WITH the mystical clouds forming a thick blanket and the electrifying lights below, these stunning pictures provide a unique view of the cityscape of Dubai taken from the tallest building in the world .
FLEXING his muscles and staring straight at his opponent, this bodybuilding squirrel is the nuts .
An elegant snowy owl spreads her wings and glides effortlessly above the snow covered field .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .