AN Irish woman has become the first adult in the world to receive a revolutionary REMOTE CONTROLLED 'ROBO SPINE', which uses magnets to combat the effects of scoliosis. Deirdre McDonnell, 34, from Drogheda, County Louth, can now stand tall for the first time after undergoing the pioneering MAGEC rod operation. The operation, also known as the magnetic expansion control system, involves the insertion of a magnetic rod that is screwed onto the spine and controlled externally in order to correct the curvature caused by scoliosis. Up until now, the £15K procedure has only been performed on children, as it was thought only to be effective for early onset scoliosis - typically diagnosed before the age of ten.
Whenever 46-year-old Melo Masi steps out of his front door in Berkshire, he risks being mobbed by strangers desperate for a selfie - all because of his incredible likeness to Hollywood megastar, Johnny Depp .
FLOATING effortlessly on his back, this little otter laps up a rare glimmer of English spring sunshine .
Enjoying life’s little pleasures is something that many struggle to do .
COVERING themselves in ash and face paint, these are the holy men who live their lives away from everyday society .
CRAZY BEARDS come into their GROWN when they've been twisted and waxed into shape .
NEVER mind being careful not to choke on your food, this mother bird has a bigger challenge on her hands, as her ravenous offspring impatiently launches its head down into her stomach .
THIS is the awesome moment an Osprey catches its prey travelling at 50mph, giving new meaning to FAST FOOD .
WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .
Marisah pictured today with scarring to her left arm - A mother-of-one has revealed how she almost died after suffering a seizure whilst driving that caused her car to crash into a tree and burst into flames .
RACING through the mountain range on horseback, the Kazakh people practice their ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles .
While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .