SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other. The lumbering pair's sibling rivalry heats up the frosty winter setting in snow swept Alaska. American photographer and tour guide, Matthew Studebaker, 30, managed to capture these extraordinary shots in 25 miles per hour wind on Barrier Islands, Alaska in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. No strangers to the freezing weather, the playful polar bears sparred in temperatures of minus six degrees. "These siblings were teasing each other and sparring during a snowstorm," explains Matthew of Richfield, Ohio.
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .
An Indonesian farmer is dragged through muddy water as he clings to the tails of two charging cows .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
The dog having been pulled from the car - A police officer smashed a window in the blue Chrysler car to free the dog which was in visible distress .
Playing, splashing and generally messing around, these polar bears show they certainly have a soft spot for the water, and not just each other .
SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
From the rolling hills of the Brecon Beacons to the still waters in the Lake District, these photographs capture autumnal landscapes across Great Britain perfectly .
A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
A pair of chicks bravely decided to befriend a python, despite being the snake's favourite choice of food .
THIS RING of fire in the sky is the annular solar eclipse that wowed our cousins down-under .