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. Instead of using traffic lights to control the stop and go flow of the cross-roads, attractive women dressed in perfectly crisps and identical outfits dangerously stand along in the middle of the road on a small platform. Displaying riveting focus, they are only allowed to turn counter-clockwise, directing traffic with forceful and halting movements. They have been the subject of photographic study for many years but French photographer Eric Lafforgue, 49, captured these moments during six trips to the Marxist country.
PUCKERING up and enjoying some quality time, these are the most lovable monkeys on the planet.
IN a galaxy not so far away lies a magical display of lights that could be the latest image from NASA.
A little clownfish opens its mouth to reveal a blood sucking intruder living on its tongue.
An Indonesian farmer is dragged through muddy water as he clings to the tails of two charging cows.
WIDE EYED and staring straight down the lens of the camera, this intrigued seal is ready for his close up.
GLAMPING is taken to a whole new level in the form of the luxurious Pop-Up Hotel.
A couple have tied the knot in a spectacular Harry Potter-themed wedding which cost £45,000.
IN a galaxy far, far away, this collection of stunning interstellar formations will leave you STARSTRUCK.
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.
EXPERTLY camouflaged, this clever panther chameleon knows how to catch its prey by surprise.
THIS ONE of a kind experience brings a whole new meaning to the phrase 'a coffee to go'.
At first glance what might look like ordinary rusty bridge and road railings, are in fact amazing works of art.