AN American accountant has grown the world's biggest MELON and smashed his way into the record books with his mammoth 350 .

A care worker who broke her spine after jumping from a window to escape a sex attack at the hands of a resident has called for tougher safety measures to protect care staff .

THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS - 250 DRIVERS ARRESTED FOR STREET RACING IN BIRMINGHAM- In Pic - The start line on the Heartlands Parkway Nechels Birmingham .

A student has finally hit puberty after a four year battle against anorexia stunted his growth .

Ornate chandeliers and mahogany panelling give a glimpse into this abandoned building's former glory after it's been left to rot for the past decade .

Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .

CHUCKLING away, this little seal appears to find something hilarious .

A mum has celebrated each of her four pregnancies with a host of wacky stunts - including acrobatics, aerial contortion, pole-dancing and risque photo shoots .

Pouncing down on top of his twin brother, these two snow leopard cubs practice their kung-fu moves .

THEIR gnarling teeth at the ready, these two baboons fight it out for the last piece of fruit .

This cheeky macaque gets up close and personal as he examines the dental hygiene of his fellow primate .

PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .