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.
With one hand rested on his belly and the other propping his head up, this lazy lizard takes an afternoon break .
PUSHING the diver out of his way, this little sea turtle shows he’s not in the mood for photographs .
ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .
A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .
An artist has transformed traditional Thanksgiving dinners into mini-masterpieces .
A PENSIONER was left with a fractured jaw after being beaten and robbed outside his home in Birmingham last weekend .
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
A makeup artist from the West Midlands magically transforms herself into famous cartoon characters using body paint .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
THE CRAZE for mimicking the video game Streetfighter has spread to the streets of London .