A scoliosis sufferer was heartbroken to learn surgery would stop her dancing - but she battled through the pain to complete her GCSE dance exams and earn A*. Phoebe Grace, from Ashford, Kent, was diagnosed with scoliosis in October 2013, and this summer underwent surgery to correct the severe 50 and 55 degree curves in her contorted spine. Despite being just weeks away from major spine surgery, the 16-year-old was determined to complete her last dance performance in June.
BALANCING on top of a tree, this bear cub puts her climbing skills to the test .
STRETCHING his little legs in the air, a smiley leaf-tailed gecko breaks free from his old, scaly skin .
MEET the underwater British seal who is so friendly he loves to grapple divers like a friendly puppy dog .
Daniel Blore, 21, of Innage Crescent, Bridgnorth, stabbed his mother three times in the attack on January 11 this year, Stafford Crown Court heard .
SNEAKING slowly into the water, this Bengal tiger plans a vicious attack on three unsuspecting deer .
When couples talk about wanting a white wedding, few will be referring to getting hitched on a glacier sat on top of an active volcano .
TOWERING 65 metres into the sky, this terrifying accent is a dream for climbers .
MEET the little lion of suburbia with a mane that makes him look like a mini-king of the jungle .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
DASHING through the snow, this little stoat is on the lookout for a Christmas feast .