HOTSPOT MEDIA - FUNKY BUMP: FROM MIRROR bellies to rainbow bumps these pregnancy casts of stone and bronze could be the funkiest way to preserve your bump for posterity .

SURROUNDED by a snowstorm, these young polar bears battle the elements - as well as each other .

ROLLING across a 65-metre-high viaduct in the Alps, the red carriages of the Bernina Express add a splash of colour to the spectacular snow-covered Swiss surroundings .

Meet the Victorian gentleman who could not face sitting next to smelly commuters on the bus - so he dodges danger to go to work on a penny farthing .

AN ITALIAN mechanic has created the world’s most ferocious mini-car .

A 20st mum-of-four who was dangerously obese has lost half her body weight after her son drew her as a BLOB at school .

CRAZY BEARDS come into their GROWN when they've been twisted and waxed into shape .

The sun is finally out, bringing a smile to many people’s faces – including this cute little dormouse’s! Grinning from ear to ear, this tiny dormouse appears to have been tickled by something as it clambered up this flower, basking in the sunshine, whilst having a little laugh to himself .

WITH THE WIND blowing through their fur, you'll believe a dog can fly in these hilarious images .

SHOVELLING food into his mouth, this hungry gorilla enjoys a peaceful moment at dinner time .

AN UNEMPLOYED factory worker has proved his immunity to snake venom by letting a deadly mamba bite his bare arm .

Most women would jump at the chance to put on some lipstick, sling on a pair of heels and head out for a romantic meal with their other half .