EXTRAORDINARY elephants create beautiful paintings in Thailand. The world’s most artistic Asian elephants use their trunks, feet and their very own brushes to paint their very own masterpieces. The fascinating display was captured by 48-year-old French photographer, Olivier Blaise on a two week trip to Maesa Elephant Camp in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Olivier says: “Around 13 years ago, painting was introduced to elephant sanctuaries to help raise money for their babies, with Maesa camp being the first.
At least three people have been killed and more than 100 injured, some seriously, in two explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon .
A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .
A diabetic who was addicted to energy drinks has lost 8st after doctors warned her habit was blinding her .
From a platter of finger licking chicken wings to a bowl of Chinese noodle soup, these foodie snaps are enough to make your savoury saliva glands drool .
Villages on the Somerset Levels have faced weeks of flooding with no respite from the conditions in sight .
An American man continues on his mission to document his journey around the globe by completing a world map tattoo on his back .
A TAXIDERMY truck spotted in America’s Deep South could be the most gruesome wagon on the road .
WELCOME to the 125 decibel boombox bus that could damage your hearing if you party too close to its giant speakers .
From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .
The San Antonio Zoo in Texas has welcomed a bizarre new addition - a two-headed turtle named Thelma and Louise .
A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .