THIS is the EXPLOSIVE moment when a 50 metre high pylon came crashing down to earth in a rural field. The giant structure took just seconds to smash into the ground after it was obliterated with explosives last Sunday morning in the Dwyryd estuary, North Wales. The tower began to lean when one of its foundations eroded.
PERCHING on top of a gate, this young barn swallow waits patiently for his mum to return with dinner .
An adorable little squirrel wakes from a nap and pops out his tongue for the camera .
Daniel Blore, 21, of Innage Crescent, Bridgnorth, stabbed his mother three times in the attack on January 11 this year, Stafford Crown Court heard .
POWERFUL bolts of lightning illuminate the night sky in an incredible autumn storm over the Sardinian coastline .
SNUGGLED up in the hay away from the elements, this adorable hoglet has sought solace with a familiar friend .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet .
A quiet Himalayan mountain village springs to life for a colourful Buddhist festival designed to expel evil spirits and bring happiness .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .