CRAZY BEARDS come into their GROWN when they've been twisted and waxed into shape. Pictures show a variety of styles beard categories from Amish and Dali to Imperial and freestyle. The entrants were part of the New Orleans Just for Men National Beard and Moustache Championships in the USA.
THESE kingfishers prove no rod is needed as they go fishing for their dinner .
WITH the phosphorescent blobs and mesmerising patterns, these spectacular images may look like the hall marks of an enchanted forest but it is in fact the scene of thousands of dancing FIREFLIES .
WITH their robotic movements and pristine uniforms, these are the sexy traffic girls of North Korea that are becoming iconic figures in the secretive state .
These uninvited guests ELEPHANTLY make their annual trip through the reception of this welcoming lodge .
PERCHING on the edge of a flower, these loved-up caterpillars can't resist each other as they enjoy a romantic moment together .
In the calm waters of Greenland, gigantic icebergs dwarf everything around them .
A woman has lost an incredible 13st after a group of men cruelly threw a kebab at her as she walked down the street .
A young woman who once weighed the same as 12-year-old girl has told how a severely malnourished cat helped save her life and beat her anorexia .
Suspended FIFTY metres in the air, this is the last place that you would expect to find a fine dining experience .
IN a galaxy far, far away, this collection of stunning interstellar formations will leave you STARSTRUCK .
HUNDREDS of hot air balloons decorate the sky above Turkey as the rising sun illuminates the spectacular scenery below .