Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions. The porcupines, after leaving their spikey mark, hurry away from the pack of big cats. But they are unable to escape when the pride's alpha male lion arrives and devours the retreating spine covered rodents. Amateur photographer and software tester Philip Eglise witness the battle during a trip to the Kalahari Desert, South Africa .
She was recently named Best Dressed Woman in a new list and is regarded as one of the most stylish women in the world .
A former food addict who had spent her whole life dreaming of romance shed an astonishing 12st 7lbs to experience love for the first time .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
The UK's first hotline - and possibly the galaxy's - for people who have been targeted by aliens has opened to the public .
A former chocolate addict, who used to gobble more than a THOUSAND bars a year, has shed an astonishing 10st after giving up her favourite treats .
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 .
PERCHED on a branch, this Little Owl plays third wheel to two love birds .
A scoliosis sufferer was heartbroken to learn surgery would stop her dancing - but she battled through the pain to complete her GCSE dance exams and earn A* .
A feisty squirrel takes on a fearsome foe when he decides to tackle a T-REX .
ALL IS not as it seems in these deceptive cityscapes .
PAWS for thought as you feast your eyes on this rare bear bathing session .
A photographer from the United Arab Emirates travelled to Pakistan where he captured the lives of local people in a series of expressive portraits .