A "supermoon" rises this weekend. The biggest and brightest full moon of the year graces the sky early Sunday as our celestial neighbor swings closer to Earth than usual. While the moon will appear 14 percent larger normal, skywatchers won't be able to notice the difference with the naked eye. Still, astronomers say it's worth looking up and appreciating the cosmos.
AN ADORABLE one-eyed kitten has been dubbed the 'pirate cat' because of his pirate-like facial expressions .
FROM MRS Patmore to Lady Sybil, these barking mad illustrations show the WOOF-er side of some of our most loved Downton characters .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
SITTING quietly at the edge of the lake, these two baby bears watch and learn as the adults hunt for fish .
TOMORROW (Saturday) marks the 28th anniversary of the nuclear disaster that left the city of Chernobyl devastated .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
What lies beneath this building site? Britain's great hope of winning the pre-WW2 arms race against Nazi Germany .
WONDERS of the world have been transformed into their mini-versions in a seven-year round the world adventure .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .
UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .
A carefree bear cub reclines in the water with his feet raised in the air .