A woman who was left scarred for life by an acid attack orchestrated by her ex partner has told of her ordeal and her battled to rebuild her life. Vikki Horsman, 21, suffered horrific burns after jealous Mohammed Rafiq, 80, paid two thugs to throw sulphuric acid in her face, four months after she broke up with him. The care assistant from Smethwick, West Midlands, says: “The attack has completely changed my life. 'I’m scarred for life and the mental scars may never go.'
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
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 .
Staring death in the face, a little field mouse bravely confronts a hungry cat .
An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .
A group of otters put on a show of aqua aerobics, as they raise their flippers perfectly in sync .
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STARING intently into the camera, a polar bear appears to be lost in thought while relaxing in the snow .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
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SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .
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A young orangutan comes over all shy as she hides her face behind a broken bucket .