Splashing around in the water, a mother otter and her son are tangled in a family feud .

A miracle baby born with half-a-heart will make this Mother's Day extra special for her mum - as she was given just 24 hours to live .

A brave praying mantis makes an unusual friend in an Oriental garden lizard .

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 .

Magical photos of your baby smiling for the first time are a priceless treasure for many a proud parent .

Something appears to have tickled this baby owl as he seems to be having a real HOOT .

A scoliosis sufferer was heartbroken to learn surgery would stop her dancing - but she battled through the pain to complete her GCSE dance exams and earn A* .

With stunning scenery and otherworldly vistas, Iceland’s rural beauty is inescapable – especially for Hollywood .

Thousands of people are gathering at a stadium in Johannesburg for a memorial service for Nelson Mandela .

A bear cub unwinds in a forest in eastern Finland by practicing yoga with a series of stretches .

Peering curiously into a basket hanging off the arms of a snowman, this little squirrel appears fascinated by the snowy figure .

A teenage girl nicknamed 'spotty dog' by school bullies has embraced the hundreds of birthmarks that cover her entire face and body .