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 .
An American woman whose skin turned silver after using nose drops is warning people of the dangers of medicines containing the metal .
A COUNCIL has come under fire for slapping fines on people’s GRAVESTONES for breaching petty regulations on pot plants .
A woman has spent over £11k to get the perfect body after a 9st weight loss left her with excess skin .
BURSTING colours of reds, pinks and purples give the illusion of a collection of stunning flowers .
FROM A mini table and chairs to a detailed violin, it’s hard to believe these incredible sculptures are all carved into the nib of PENCILS .
Sophie Carr, 23, from Swindon, was just six when her older brother Alex, then 12, abused her during a game of mummies and daddies .
Working at a height of 36,000ft, pilots may have the best view in the world .
THESE BREATH-TAKING photographs show the natural beauty of Iceland's most famous waterfall .
A small Indian monkey is seemingly gob-smacked after reading the latest stock market news .
A curious red squirrel takes a break from collecting nuts and tries her hand at photography .
SAT ON top of a Brazilian turtle’s head, this little ladybird looks content as he studies his environment from a new height .
Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .