Remarkable pictures show how Alaskan bears get fat before hibernation

These amazing photographs show the incredible before and after weight gain of grizzlies in Alaska who can eat 100,000 calories a day to prepare for winter. The North American heavyweights of the Katmai National Park and Preserve won’t survive if they are too slim for their long winter slumber. During hibernation the large mammals can … Read more

Remarkable exploits of WWII bomber who survived 41 air raids revealed as medals go on sale 

The remarkable exploits of a hero Bomber Command navigator can be revealed after his medals and logbooks emerged for sale. Flight Lieutenant Alan Forsdike took part in 41 operations during the Second World War including raids all over Germany. He directed his Halifax bomber on missions over Berlin, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Essen, Dusseldorf, Monchengladbach, Leverkusen and … Read more

Cartoonist Bill Tidy lost the power of speech, but says putting pen to paper had remarkable results 

After Bill Tidy — one of Britain’s best-loved cartoonists — was rushed to hospital following a stroke, his nurses and family knew exactly what was needed to lift his spirits and boost his recovery After Bill Tidy — one of Britain’s best-loved cartoonists — was rushed to hospital following a stroke, his nurses and family … Read more

Baby elephant falls into a river before a remarkable rescue effort takes place 

Nellie’s drowning… call in the tusk force! Baby elephant falls into a river after losing its balance and is completely submerged before a remarkable rescue effort takes place Photographer Gwen Rea captured the heartwarming moment in South Africa  An elder wrapped its trunk around the baby’s own to pull it out of the water The … Read more