An American man who suffered horrific third-degree burns to 70 percent of his body in a childhood accident has faced his fears by becoming a firefighter .

This is the amazing moment two white-tailed kites take an in-flight meal - exchanging prey at 100 foot high in mid air .

Hot on the heels of a little rabbit, this cheetah is on a mission to catch his prey .

THROWING himself off 1,100ft bridges in a wheelchair, this is the PARALYSED base jumper who knows no fear .

PILES of trash provide a living for thousands in Nairobi, Kenya .

A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .

Two people have been arrested after a man and woman were shot dead at a house in the Midlands in the early hours of this morning .

An adorable rescue dog who had her eyes gouged out by thugs in Romania has found a loving home in the UK .

WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .

SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .

Diners on this aeroplane are never disappointed with their meal, because the decommissioned aircraft is now home to an air-mazing McDonald’s restaurant .

A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .