Some parents would gasp at the thought of their children playing with a toy gun, but these Russian children are actually encouraged to take up real arms .

A diver attempts to control rising numbers of lionfish by feeding the venomous species to Caribbean reef sharks .

WITH A STERN look of determination on their faces, these adorable pooches perfect their doggy paddle as they dive head first into a swimming pool .

AS graffiti goes, this giant mural of a sweet little girl tenderly watering a tree beneath her is a far cry from what you usually see emblazoned across cities .

A WIMBLEDON-mad couple will be creating a racket this summer - after installing a TENNIS COURT in their living room .

Standing on the edge of a never-ending black hole, this is one leap you wouldn't want to make .

If you tune into primetime coverage of the 2012 Olympic Games, you’re most likely going to see London’s new Aquatic Center from many angles as athletes from all around the globe compete for the top spot on the podium .

THIS cheeky gorilla tries his best to wriggle free from his mum .

Forget One Direction and Cheryl Cole, a new calendar is celebrating Britain's real heroes - the nation's most inspiring mums .

From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .

A SPECTACULAR array of stars fills the night sky as they soar over this active volcano .

A feisty squirrel takes on a fearsome foe when he decides to tackle a T-REX .