POPE MOBBED BY THOUSANDS OF WORSHIPPERS IN RIO - Thousands of worshippers gather to celebrate the Papal visit on Copacabana beach, Rio de Janeiro ,Brazil .

A woman who suffered from an allergic reaction to hair dye that made her face swell to twice its size has been left too scared to leave the house .

STARING eagerly into the camera, this little toad is full of curiosity .

GIANT garden sculptures don't beat about the bush .

Soldiers standing guard outside the Woolwich barracks in London - Two terror suspects are under armed guard in separate hospitals in London after a serving soldier was hacked to death in the street .

A talented 16st pole dancer who was once dubbed a 'disgusting human form' by online trolls is fighting back to show her bullies that big is beautiful .

A lively lemon shark grins into the camera and showcases his impressive teeth .

A psychology student from California looks so much like Game of Thrones' Jon Snow that he is mobbed by fans of the fantasy show .

From squids to Star Wars, these flipping marvellous creations are pancake portraits .

Puckering up for a kiss, an affectionate pair of owls share a smooch for Valentine's Day .

RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .

STAIRWAY obsessed photographers have captured psychedelic shots that will mesmerise you .