An American man who suffered horrific third-degree burns to 70 percent of his body in a childhood accident has faced his fears by becoming a firefighter .

A man has lost an incredible 20st after his addiction to food left him £15k in debt .

A DETERMINED great blue heron holds on tightly to its prey as the furry gopher attempts to wriggle free .

SEA LIFE and greenery in one shot show nature at its very best .

A mother has spoken of her outrage after discovering her missing cat had been stolen - only to be told she cannot have its location due to the Data Protection Act .

A diabetic who was addicted to energy drinks has lost 8st after doctors warned her habit was blinding her .

Daniel Blore, 21, of Innage Crescent, Bridgnorth, stabbed his mother three times in the attack on January 11 this year, Stafford Crown Court heard .

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 .

WE’RE all familiar with the heart-wrenching pictures of dogs abandoned in animal shelters, but one photographer has found an innovative way of showcasing the pooch’s personality .

Surveying its surroundings, a tiny harvest mouse climbs the stem of a dandelion .

A talented artist has created artwork with a KICKIN' twist by painting on his pregnant wife's bump .

WIDE EYED with a huge smile across her face, this little elephant is a picture of happiness .