A woman with a fear of flying claims she was humiliated after an Emirates airline staff member told her she could ‘go to prison for four years’ for possessing diazepam medication .

The UK's first hotline - and possibly the galaxy's - for people who have been targeted by aliens has opened to the public .

From vivid greens to glowing pinks, the colours of the aurora borealis fill the night sky above a snow covered Lapland .

An amputee who was cruelly nicknamed 'peg-leg' by school bullies has conquered her insecurities to become a model .

This starling and prairie dog will not back down an inch as they have a fearsome stand-off over who gets to eat a nut .

Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .

A diabetic who was addicted to energy drinks has lost 8st after doctors warned her habit was blinding her .

Full of tired and busy commuters, these underground stations are rarely admired for their architecture or beauty .

Throwing their arms up in the air, these energetic squirrels play a game of ball with a walnut .

FLYING through the air, these delighted pooches pull their best poses mid-flight .

MAKING himself at home, this little snail perches happily on top of this frog's head .

RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .