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 .

Sprawled out on top of a log, this sleeping leopard takes a relaxing break from his daily routine .

A BUMPER season of births has left zoo with three of the cutest exotic kittens you're likely to see .

A woman was diagnosed with cancer after a cyst left her so bloated medics were convinced she was pregnant .

Lying angelically with a range of expressions etched on their tiny faces, little bundles of joy are innocently captured in their first few days in these adorable photographs .

While the various controversies rumble on regarding transport, security issues and overly-officious copyright enforcement, a couple of designers is saying what we're all thinking about the Olympics - and putting it on bags .

BOXING DAY has come early for this pair of feisty squirrels, as their Christmas party quickly turns sour .

IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA .

From foster care to the MAGICAL world of cosplay, a young girl’s dreams become reality after being adopted by a photography loving couple .

With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .

A SPECTRUM of colours fills the sky during this spectacular and natural display of light .

A woman who was cruelly called ‘tumour girl’ by bullies has finally found love .