CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE BUG KIND
THIS alien-like bug would look more at home in outer-space but it can actually be found wriggling around here on Earth. The creepy-crawly bears a striking resemblance to the murderous creatures from the film Alien. However the insect’s intricate detail can not be seen by the human eye. Photographer Woe Hendrick explains how you need specialist kit to make this extraterrestrial sighting.
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HARVEY NICKS ADS ARE A WEE BIT TOO MUCH FOR SHOPPERS
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BABY BEARS COPY FIGHTING ADULTS
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MINI WONDERS OF THE WORLD
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SERENE ICEBERGS
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TEST COULD HAVE SAVED ME FROM CERVICAL CANCER AT 20
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CHERNOBYL - 28 YEARS ON
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FISHERMEN IN MYANMAR BALANCE ON ONE LEG
Fishermen in Myanmar have perfected an unusual fishing technique by carefully balancing on one leg .
NEW DELHI CHILD RAPE PROTESTS
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