A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .

A woman who was addicted to eating curries has shed an impressive 8st after giving up her favourite food .

NOT YOUR everyday selfie, this plucky diver poses with some of the scariest predators in the ocean .

RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .

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

Like a scene from a fairytale, THOUSANDS of fireflies create an enchanting glow as they dance in a forest .

A BLIND man was battered with a brick in a sickening attack by two thugs .

FROM the rolling hills of the Scottish highlands to looming chalk cliffs in Sussex, these stunning photographs capture the spectacular beauty of Great Britain .

While most Brits look forward to long hot summer days, a mum-of-six will be staying in the shade - as she is allergic to the sun .

BLOWING bubbles underwater, this adorable polar bear slides into his tank for a playful dip .

SOARING at 112 miles per hour through the air, this petite blonde certainly lives up to her title as the fastest flying woman in the world .

DIPPING and diving their way through this bumpy journey, these giraffe's duck for cover as they dodge multiple cables and wires .