TWO Little Owls perch on a fence as they enjoy their dinner .

Animal rescue volunteers have told how a cat riddled with cancer was forced to ripped off its own ears after it was abandoned by its owners .

A German photographer travelled around Africa where he met and photographed members of tribes in a series of intimate portraits .

A diving mad couple have finally taken the plunge, having tied the knot 30ft underwater .

A former chocolate addict, who used to gobble more than a THOUSAND bars a year, has shed an astonishing 10st after giving up her favourite treats .

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 .

Going for long rides through vast fields together, this twosome share an unbreakable bond .

The family of a disabled boy who died in a tragic accident at a care home have received a four figure payout after an inquest heard carers allowed him to fall rather than restrain him because of "health and safety" fears .

While often referred to as the kings of the jungle, gorillas - for all their might - are notorious hydrophobes .

With the full moon looming behind him, this polar bear nestles down for the night .

The UK's first hotline - and possibly the galaxy's - for people who have been targeted by aliens has opened to the public .

A SERENE turquoise glow glimmers from underneath these powerful icebergs .