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

FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .

A mum-of-two has revealed how her childhood friend of 20 years attacked her with a cosh and broke her nose in a vicious attack .

WITH the phosphorescent blobs and mesmerising patterns, these spectacular images may look like the hall marks of an enchanted forest but it is in fact the scene of thousands of dancing FIREFLIES .

A terrifying prankster has given unsuspecting urban explorers the fright of their lives .

CLINGING onto nothing but ice, this brave climber reaches heights of 1000 FEET as he scales frozen solid waterfalls .

DIVING down at a speed of 75mph, this is the moment a hungry osprey caught his prey .

FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .

A family of foster carers are facing bankruptcy and homelessness after they signed up to a Government scheme to renovate their house to be used for disabled children's short breaks .

FISTS fly as two gorillas take each other on in a dramatic battle .

This cheeky chappie is getting into all kinds of monkey business as he enjoys cooling off on a scorching hot day .

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