IN a galaxy far, far away, this collection of stunning interstellar formations will leave you STARSTRUCK .

An Italian photographer travelled to Chile where he visited several star-gazing sites, home to some of the world's most advanced telescopes, located in the spectacular setting of the Atacama desert .

BEHIND the doors of this building, with its stacks of mattresses and discarded remains of wheelchairs, lies another victim of austerity cuts .

OFFERING a glimpse into the past, a mash-up of old and new photographs show how the world’s biggest cities have changed .

UNDERWATER and above-water seaside shots show the best of British beach-life .

A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .

A former takeaway addict, who once weighed 20st, has lost over 8st in a bid to ditch her ‘fat sister’ tag .

WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .

An intrepid explorer hopes to be reunited with his travel partner, after his cuddly toy companion was stolen .

A woman who was cruelly called ‘tumour girl’ by bullies has finally found love .

SHOWING off her best assets for the camera, this cheeky orangutan is in the mood for love, puckering up her lips to blow the biggest kiss she can .

AN expectant mum suffered crippling contractions lasting a gruelling two months, due to complications from a rare condition .