A widow whose love rat ex-boyfriend left her homeless has had the last laugh after a judge ordered her ex to pay back £300,000 .

BRITISH kingfishers love to cool off by creating a splash .

Throwing a right hook as he launches onto his opponent with his gnarling teeth at the ready, this is the OTTER-LY ruthless showdown between two otters .

WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .

ARM extended and head flung back, this little chipmunk performs a loose-limbed yoga move .

WHETHER FLOATING through space or diving underwater, a lucky baby boy enjoys once in a life time experiences - in his DREAMS .

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

SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .

CRAZY BEARDS come into their GROWN when they've been twisted and waxed into shape .

Southern England, the south-west and west Wales have been warned to expect more wild weather, with heavy rain and high tides possibly leading to coastal flooding and travel disruption over the weekend .

WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .

Forget One Direction and Cheryl Cole, a new calendar is celebrating Britain's real heroes - the nation's most inspiring mums .