WITHOUT A care in the world, this little snow monkey puts his feet up and settles in for a snooze. Bathing in the hot springs, he looks right at home as he indulges in a bit of me time. This calm monkey was captured by Edinburgh photographer Chris Rush, 26, while visiting the Jigokudani Monkey Park in Japan. “These photographs capture one of the most beautiful creatures I have ever encountered,” says Chris, originally of Newcastle.
A 21st stone woman suffering from 'body blindness' like Dawn French shed more than half her body weight after a shock revelation brought her to her senses .
A diver explores the crystal clear waters of the Silfra canyon in southern Iceland, which is the only place on Earth where you can dive or snorkel between two continental plates .
AN OLD ENGLISH cottage packed full of history and valuables has been left to rot .
STOOD side by side next to a busy road, these buildings were once bustling with life .
A baby sperm whale assumed the role of a friendly giant when faced with two awestruck divers .
DANCE guru Matt Howes leaves crowds in a spin when he gets behind the decks - as the world's only one-armed professional DJ .
A woman who suffered from body dysmorphic disorder has overcome her illness by becoming a LINGERIE MODEL .
SPLASHING in the water and fighting in-between rocks, these energetic tigers enjoy their fun-filled morning .
Amanda Bohm, 22, and her mum, Janet, 58, were the best of friends .
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .
HUDDLED together on a branch, a pair of adorable Javan scops owls soak up the sun .
A puppy bit off more than he could chew when he stole a six inch Chinese spare rib from his owner and swallowed it WHOLE, Cheeky Staffordshire bull terrier Rossi had his life SPARED when he underwent a life-saving operation to remove the bone from his stomach after swiping part of the takeaway meal .