If you had to scrape the snow off your car this morning or slip-slide your way into work over icy pavements spare a thought for these little critters .

A US firefighter has battled osteoarthritis and four hip replacements to break the world paddleboarding record .

WITH a paw in the air and his tongue hanging from his mouth, it is clear to see that this little groundhog is struggling to wake up and leave behind the comfort of his burrow .

Red squirrels are well known for their intelligence and curiosity but when one snapper caught this furry little guy trying to take his own self-portrait he couldn't help but be taken aback .

A woman who was addicted to GREGGS has lost 9st after giving up her favourite food .

A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .

While most Brits look forward to long hot summer days, a mum-of-six will be staying in the shade - as she is allergic to the sun .

A mum from Gloucestershire has accepted her four-year-old twin son’s decision to live full time as a girl - and is now letting him wear a skirt to school .

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

An aerial view of flooding in Gloucestershire .

WITH the mystical clouds forming a thick blanket and the electrifying lights below, these stunning pictures provide a unique view of the cityscape of Dubai taken from the tallest building in the world .

A terrified moose, trapped in a frozen lake, bobs her head above the icey water and awaits her rescue .