Women are taking to the streets to march for their right to dress sexily - but one writer says she actually thanked a stranger who recently 'slut shamed' her. Amy Molloy (pictured) was sitting alone in a public space in Sydney when a man approached her and told her to move on, as 'all the local drug dealers were perving' on her in her tight yoga pants (pictured right). But rather than taking offence, the 31-year-old thanked the man. Here, she tells FEMAIL why.
Man, 62, dies in front of his devastated partner after being bitten by one of the world's most dangerous snakes... despite her desperate attempts to stop the poison
The 62-year-old man, who has not yet been identified, died from a heart attack on his property, near the north Queensland city of Townsville, pictured is a stock image of an Eastern brown snake. His partner applied a compression bandage over the bite - but he died at the scene.
Baby Egypt celebrates her first birthday in style: Balloons, a three-tiered cake - and a little something from the Kardashians... the internet darling marks a milestone
It's not everyone who gets presents from the Kardashians on their first birthday, but then baby Egypt (left and with mum Shana, right) is no ordinary baby. The Gold Coast child is the world's most followed baby on social media, and she celebrated her first birthday on Sunday in style, thanks to some help from the Kardashians who sent her three outfits to mark the big day (inset). Baking her a three tiered cake and dressing her in the gifted pink Kardashian dress, Shana ensured her baby girl was pampered on her first birthday.
Three teenaged girls injured after tumbling from the carriage of an unstable ferris wheel in front of dozens of horrified onlookers at a fairground in Sydney
Three teenage girls have been seriously injured after falling from a carriage on an 'unstable' ferris wheel at a fairground in Sydney. One 14-year-old girl has been taken to Westmead Hospital in a 'serious condition' with pelvis and arm injuries (left and bottom right) after falling around four or five metres from the ride in Liverpool. Two other girls, aged 15 and 16, are being treated for fractures to their arms and wrists at Liverpool Hospital after the ride reportedly tipped over. Emergency services rushed to the scene at around 5.10pm.
Mother of four set to be tragically deported from Australia - while her children and former husband are allowed to stay after he applied for their visas without her knowing
A 'devoted' mother-of-four is at risk of being permanently separated from her young children after learning her Australian visa has expired. Ivonne Henriquez, 41, wanted to move back to America when her and her husband - a U.S citizen - separated three years ago, however he insisted the family stay in Australia, their home since 2008. Ms Henriquez did not want to separate her four young children - Sophia, 6, Tomas, 7, Mateo, 9, and Diego, 11 - from their father and decided to stay, opening a successful karate school on Sydney's north shore. Years later, Ms Henriquez is facing deportation without her children.
The moment that captures everything good about sport: All Blacks Sonny Bill Williams leans in to console devastated Springbok Jesse Kriel in epic show of sportsmanship
In a touching and yet unexpected display of sportsmanship, Sonny Bill Williams chose to kneel beside one of his young competitors, embracing the 21-year-old as he processed South Africa's Rugby Union World Cup semi final loss, in the ultimate show of class and respect. The selfless act took place after Springbok Jesse Kriel collapsed between the goal posts at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday evening in a combination of despair and sheer exhaustion following New Zealand's nail biting 20-18 win over South Africa.
'I became psychotic... I would drive for as long as I could with my eyes shut': Woman, 21, opens up on her harrowing six-year battle with mental illness
Sophie Hardcastle, 21, from Sydney, has suffered from bipolar l disorder since she was 16. The young fine arts student and aspiring author battled through years of reckless behaviour, suicide contemplation and a misdiagnosis that only exacerbated her condition. The avid surfer has penned an eye-opening memoir in a bid to smash taboos surrounding mental health and open up conversation.
You've got to be kid-ding! Adorable little orphaned goat is adopted by a BOMB SQUAD
The New South Wales Rescue and Bomb disposal unit (RBDU) adopted a four-week-old goat named Boxer (pictured). The little kid, who fought for his own life when being born, has now become a permanent addition to the task force office in Alexandria and has been seen wearing a 'police rescue vest' in pictures posted to the unit's Facebook page.The goat will go to a paddock when he is older.
Banking on a big deposit! Historic financial building converted into a luxury home with Sydney harbour views from its own rooftop terrace goes on the market for $5.5million
A historic New South Wales bank that opened its doors 140 years ago has been transformed into a three-story home with Sydney Harbour views and boasts a hefty price tag. The extravagant four bedroom, four bathroom home was the first bank to open outside of the city business district in 1875. It was transformed into a mixed use building before recently being renovated into a multi-tier home with a ground floor that could still be used for business purposes. The house, located at 238 Darling Street in Balmain, a suburb just west of Sydney CBD, maintains its beige brick exterior reminiscent of its original function with six arches decorating the street entrance.
Underage, invisible to health authorities and BEATEN for wanting to use a condom: The hidden shame of prostitution in Papua New Guinea, where TWO THIRDS of young women sell sex for money
To teenage girls selling sex on the streets of Papua New Guinea's capital, Port Moresby, Bertha* is both a mother figure and a pimp. Bertha, aged in her 40s, is matter-of-fact about the role she plays in the young girls' lives as she negotiates the prices customers will pay for sex with them and dispenses condoms and 'safe sex' advice. 'They are like my daughters and I like to hang around with them,' she explains. 'But on the other hand I am their pimp.
'I'm 10 years older': Jana Pittman on her fertility struggles and returning to the track one week after giving birth
Jana Pittman (left) has been one of Australia's sporting success stories since she made her debut on the track 16 years ago. Today the 32-year-old is the mother of two children and half way through studying a medical degree, but that has not stopped her from making a return to elite sport as a Rio 2016 Olympic hopeful. Just one week after the birth of her daughter Emily in April (right), Pittman was back on track in every sense of the word.
They've shot at police, rammed a patrol car and been captured on CCTV: How Australia's 'bushranger' fugitives have evaded a massive manhunt and caused a week of carnage... and may now be in NSW
The massive man-hunt for two of Australia's most wanted men, father and son duo Mark (bottom right) and Gino Stocco (top right) continues after CCTV footage captured the pair stealing $200 worth of petrol in Gundagai, NSW (left). Police have now vowed to charge the pair who have been on the run for eight years with attempted murder after they fired to two police vehicles last Friday.
Who's calling who 'Sir' then? Incredible photo after All Blacks victory over South Africa shows giant Sam Whitelock towering over Prime Minister John Key
All Blacks forward Sam Whitelock is known for his towering presence on the field, but following New Zealand's defeat over South Africa at the weekend, he also made his size known off the field. A photograph taken in the locker room after the match appears to show Whitelock towering over the Prime Minister, dwarfing Mr Key as his teammates look on from the bench.
'Heaven on Earth for me': Woman famous for Nobel-prize winning photo of her running naked from Vietnam napalm attack starts treatments to heal her excruciating burn pain 43 years later
Kim Phuc, who became famous for a horrific photo of her being burned in a napalm attack when she was nine, is now 52 and starting laser treatments that might finally end her chronic pain. Dr. Jill Waibel of Miami Dermatology and Laser Institute offered her services for free when she learned of Phuc's tragic story.
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- The Bachelorette's Sam Frost can't take her eyes off muscular squeeze Sasha Mielczarek as they enjoy shopping date in Melbourne
- 'Sending love!' Make-up free Sam Frost and shirtless Sasha Mielczarek thank fans for their support as they share new selfie
- If you've got it, flaunt it! The Bachelor star Lana Jeavons-Fellows reveals her flawless figure in a teeny bikini as she hits the beach
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- Kardashians to the rescue! Kourtney and her children wear superhero costumes for Halloween... while cute North dresses as a unicorn
- Kill work nerves with a sharp blazer and feel sexier in a slinky lace dress: How a new outfit can TOTALLY change your mood! SPONSORED
- 'Move in quick': The original Bachelorette Trista Rehn offers Sam Frost advice for making her budding relationship with Sasha Mielczarek go the distance
- 'It was really getting us down': Whitney Nolan and Andrew Simmons received counselling after being trolled by 'nasty' viewers on The Block
- 'Size DOES matter!' The Block judges are blown away by Caro and Kingi's spacious kitchen as they beat rival couple Shay and Dean by just half a point
- Cody Simpson is hard to miss as he emerges from Hollywood club with face covered in glitter following late night out
- Firing all cylinders! The Bachelor's Zilda Williams flaunts her eye-popping FFs in VERY plunging floral bikini at the V8 Supercars Castrol GC600
- She's got flex appeal! The Bachelor's Jasmin Brown swaps bikinis for activewear as she shows off her bendy abilities at Australian Fitness Expo
- The Hailwoods take last whiff of junk food as they clear out their pantry...but despite restraint they STILL face elimination on The Biggest Loser: Families
- Is this the end of their reign? Tony Jofre faces elimination after red team lose their first ever challenge on The Biggest Loser: Families
- Tangerine dream! Ashley Hart puts her lithe model figure on display as she soaks up the sun poolside in zesty orange bikini
- Until next time! Make-up free Georgia May Jagger jets out of Sydney in barely-there shorts and black hat after whistle-stop trip
- It's 'roo' love! Chris Hemsworth posts a cute photo of wife Elsa and a kangaroo as he gushes over his leading lady
- 'It's because we didn't grow up in L.A': Offspring star Patrick Brammall says Aussie actors' Hollywood success is down to their 'earthed' roots
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- 'Absolute paradise!' The Bachelor's Sam Wood and Snezana Markoski continue to boast about Bali holiday by sharing picturesque view from bedroom
- Keeping up with Kim! Now Kylie Jenner, 18, jumps on the waist training trend loved by her big sisters .
- 'Pumped to be involved': Dave Hughes replaces Julia Morris as host of Australia's Got Talent as it returns to screens after being axed twice
- Karl Stefanovic said to be locked in talks with Channel Nine executives over the future of Today as he juggles growing TV commitments next year
- 'When being late isn't an option!' Roxy Jacenko takes helicopter to wedding in exclusive Whitsundays... where she works by the pool and sips cocktails
- Putting them through their paces: Retired footballer Chris Judd takes wife Rebecca and daughter Billie Kate for a Sunday sprint around the race track
- Margot Robbie urges fans to dig into their pockets to feed starving children in the Philippines as she is moved by their plight while filming Tarzan
- That was fast! The Bachelorette's Davey Lloyd gets down on one knee as he joins fellow pals Dave Billsborrow and Heather Maltman at wedding festival
- Mamma mia! Jessica Biel looks beautiful in black lace gown at Environmental Media Awards... six months after welcoming son Silas
- 'She's a great wingwoman!' Single Bachelorette David Witko jokes about his pet pooch Sooty as he takes a break from flirting on party circuit
- Her little cowboys! Gwen Stefani treats her children to a fun day at the pumpkin patch... as divorce with Gavin Rossdale 'turns bitter'
- Gwyneth Paltrow shows off amazing abs in sexy cut-out dress as she's honoured at Environmental Media Awards with mum Blythe Danner
- Video director for Adele's new single Hello reveals why singer uses a FLIP-PHONE... and it's simpler than you think Why the antiquated handset?
- Star power: Olivia Wilde accepts Spotlight Award at Savannah Film Festival ahead of screening of her latest film Meadowland
- Now THAT'S a story! Mick Jagger's model ex Jerry Hall is dating 84-year-old Sun king Rupert Murdoch It's a closely guarded secret by family
- Demi Lovato glitters in peekaboo jumpsuit before performing during Breast Cancer fundraiser at Hollywood Bowl
- Make-up free Lena Dunham sports a busy-patterned string jumpsuit as she bumps into Parker Posey in Hollywood
- More in love than ever! Ellen DeGeneres and wife of seven years Portia de Rossi hold hands after a healthy lunch with friends
- 'Little pumpkin': Alec Baldwin shares sweet photos with wife Hilaria and daughter Carmen as they get into the Halloween spirit
- Changing her tune? The Bachelor's Nina Rolleston undergoes natural vitamin facial to complement her not-so-natural FF Bangkok bust The au naturel makeover
- Hello sunshine! Rosie Huntington-Whiteley sizzles in tight yellow dress with a sexy slit at Environmental Media Awards Showed off some skin
- 'I'm 10 years older': Jana Pittman on fertility struggles, being a mum to two, and returning to track one week after giving birth as she sets her sights on Rio
- Three's a crowd! Heidi Klum and ex Seal cheer on their son Johan at his football game... along with the singer's 'pregnant' girlfriend They are friendly exes
- 'Feeling a lot of love': Robyn Lawley poses with daughter Ripley as she thanks fans for support after baring post pregnancy stretch marks on Instagram
- 'I only choose projects that scare the s*** out of me': Taraji P. Henson reveals why she almost passed on Empire as she stuns at EW fest
- Baywatch babe Pamela Anderson displays sideboob as she gets Vegan Of The Year award... with former co-stars in the crowd
- EXCLUSIVE: Heather Maltman's tutu-wearing beau Andrew Steele spends night chatting animatedly to attractive blonde while Bachelor star enjoys girls' night
- Earning her fashion stripes! Vanessa Hudgens is at her boho best in crop top and trousers as she grabs lunch with boyfriend Austin Butler
- Cheers to that! Jennifer Hawkins and husband Jake Wall toast new tequila business called Sesion She is a very busy woman in business
- Jessica Alba recycles her trusty olive green jacket once more as she lands at LAX in comfortable white dress and trainers Returned from Miami
- Legs eleven out of ten! Rachael Finch flashes coltish legs in zip-up pencil skirt as she gushes about the importance of date night Former Miss Universe
- 'Control has gone!' Bachelor star Jacinda Gugliemino toasts new trim figure with wine as she lets loose on girls' weekend without beau Guy
- 'My boobs look huge!' Kim Kardashian jokes around with her biggest fans after flying them to LA for brunch... and North and Kanye stop by too
- Brooklyn Beckham goes on the hunt for pumpkins after arriving back in LA from London for Halloween Held an impromptu photoshoot
- Kendall Jenner puts on a leggy display in thigh-skimming mini dress as she excitedly piles on to swing with pal Cara Delevingne at Olivier Rousteing bash
- My 10-year affair with Beyoncé, the teenage control freak: Pushed by a controlling father, singer's first love reveals how 'Bey' was already a diva by 13
- GIRL ABOUT TOWN: Nigella's slim figure is down to avocados and packets of ham Swapped indulgent ingredients for avocados and packets of ham
- Khloe Kardashian pouts in slow-motion behind the scenes video for her new book... after cancelling press tour to be with Lamar Behind the scenes peek
- 'Silence is golden but duct tape is silver:' Gabi Grecko, 26, sends thinly veiled public message to husband Geoffrey Edelsten, 72, as they continue to live apart
- Still in the honeymoon period! The Bachelor's Sam Wood and Snezana Markoski can't keep their hands off each other as they enjoy romantic Bali getaway
- She looks mighty good hungover! Glamorous Kendall Jenner unites leggy gal pals Gigi Hadid and Cara Delevingne after their late night at Olivier Rousteing bash
- The gang is back together! The Bachelorette hunks reunite for a boys only dinner as they celebrate their new-found 'bromance'
- 'Just no!' Kendall Jenner is a super model as she fakes jealous pout in video with BFF Cara Delevingne and sister Kylie They are famous friends
- Party-hard star Cara Delevingne converts to super-short comfy sleepwear following a wild night out beside BFF Kendall Jenner Long legs on display
- Victoria's Secret model Shanina Shaik flaunts shapely derriere as she snoozes on a Saturday in sexy silk and lace negligee Why she's a model!
- 'You are my guardian angel... I'm so proud': Jessica Gomes pays loving tribute to her mother as she completes nursing degree
- Here comes the bride... of Frankenstein! 'Newly engaged' Liv Tyler wears fancy dress to accompany son Milo to Halloween party A spooky fashion show
- Travelling in style! Kristen Stewart keeps it cool and casual as she arrives at LAX with her hunky bodyguard The 25-year-old dressed casually for the flight
- Save it for home! Nicki Minaj and boyfriend Meek Mill put on a VERY public display of affection as they pause concert to kiss A VERY public show
- It's a lie that drugs help you to make great music, says Keith Richards: Wild man of rock's most shocking confession yet
- A change of pace! Cate Blanchett reveals she's taking a break from Sydney Theatre Company in order to enjoy family life She's the golden girl
- 'It was hard to get on with life and date': Runner-up Lana Jeavons-Fellows opens up about Bachelor heartbreak and says she's still single
- Hailey Baldwin is rocky in a beanie and leather jacket as she makes it a girls' night out with Ashley Benson and Shay Mitchell in Milan
- Lamar Odom 'watched Interstellar and Mad Max with prostitutes during brothel trip that wasn't actually a four-day sex romp' Brothel workers speak
- 'Mommy's looking hot!' Justin Timberlake praises Jessica Biel as she shows off her post-baby body on rare date night They had a baby
- 'Forever an Icon': Mariah Carey pays tribute to her friend Whitney Houston with throwback picture of the two Her longtime friend
- How Adele lost $4m on her big comeback: Singer enlisted help of Phil Collins to write new album... but scrapped songs when they 'weren't good enough'
- 'My heart's mended': The Bachelorette's Richie Strahan admits he has recovered from being rejected by Sam Frost... and is still looking for love
- 'I don't have a public account': Paris Jackson clears up marriage rumours as she reveals someone has been posing as her on Instagram
- I was abused when I was 14, says Rita Ora: Singer reveals she was groomed by 26-year-old man... but insists she is not a victim of child abuse
- Ready for battle! Lily James shows off her swordplay as Jane Austen heroine in new trailer for Pride And Prejudice And Zombies
- Graceful as a Gisele! Make-up free Bundchen glows after intense gym workout with friend in Boston One of the most beautiful women in the world
- Bond row looms as Roger Moore says 007 can't be gay - or a woman: Star, 88, says 'political correctness' should not be considered
- Quite the transformation! The Bachelorette's Michael Turnbull is seen as a floppy-haired football hopeful in photographs from start of his career
- Lupita Nyong'o showcases her effortless style as she arrives for performance at New York's famous Public Theater Ever the A-list actress
- 'I was high during Oprah interview': Robin Thicke admits he 'isn't honest' as Marvin Gaye lawsuit tapes are published
- She's creepy and she's kooky! Rumer Willis wears a Wednesday Addams inspired dress to attend Halloween party in New York
- Belle of the ball! Camilla looks chic in all-black outfit as she leaves party in West Hollywood The daughter of famous Brazilian designer
- Fashion BFFs Kim Kardashian and Vogue Australia's Christine Centenera pose together for chic selfie... as they attend star-studded party
- Pregnant Kim Kardashian's cleavage steals the show in semi-sheer top as Kourtney cuts a smart figure in tailored trousers
- Lamar Odom 'suffered a DOZEN strokes' during collapse in hotel room after four-day brothel bender May permanently impact his ability to walk
- Got a spare $29,000? Supermodel Nicole Trunfio stuns in sultry campaign images as she launches her debut jewellery label... complete with price tag
- Ellie Goulding flashes her black bra in a sheer T-shirt dress as she warms up Milan crowd at pre-MTV EMAs bash Making a stop on her tour for the awards
- Watch where you're going! Model Ashley Hart nearly hit by parachuter making a crash landing... as she sunbathes with her husband in Bondi
- A truly natural beauty! Ricki-Lee Coulter flaunts her freckles in a flawless makeup-free selfie... after hitting back at complexion-ridiculing trolls
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Rory Feek and wife Joey lovingly perform together in Tennessee back in 2012
How to lose 4kgs in just six weeks: Writer reveals how she got ripped WITHOUT giving up her favourite treats
As I stepped onto the scales in August it showed 71.6kg (11st, 4lbs), a nice and neat 4.5kg(10lbs) more than the start of June, writes SARA MALM. Now, at 5ft 9in, I was by no means fat, even with an extra ten pounds on me, but they were still extra - and no one swipes right on a great personality. So I set myself a challenge: to get my body back - and keep it. No skipping meals, no extreme dieting, no quick fixes. But also no going tee-total, no complete ban on hangover spaghetti carbonara and most importantly: no giving up the bacon.
Now THAT'S a story! Mick Jagger's model ex Jerry Hall is dating 84-year-old Australian media magnate Rupert Murdoch
EXCLUSIVE: The relationship of media magnate Rupert Murdoch (centre, right) and former model Jerry Hall (centre, left) remained a closely guarded secret by family and friends until now. The couple were introduced by one of Murdoch's sisters and niece in Australia and a close friend of the Murdoch's said: 'They are really enjoying each other's company very much.' The couple are expected to appear in public together for time at the Rugby World Cup final at Twickenham next week. It is Murdoch's first relationship since he divorced his third wife, Chinese-born businesswoman Wendi Deng (with Murdoch, far right), in June 2013. Murdoch's friends say his new relationship with Hall - the girlfriend of Roxy Music singer Bryan Ferry before she left him for Jagger (with Hall, far right) - is proof that he is as vigorous in his private life as he is in business.
My 10-year affair with Beyoncé, the teenage control freak: Pushed by a controlling father, singer's first love reveals how 'Bey' was already a diva by 13
At 34, Beyoncé is at the top of her game. Meticulously packaged, groomed and marketed, she slavishly controls her public image - so it was a rare glimpse of the real woman behind the impenetrable mask when last week she snapped 'Stop it' at an assistant fussing in an attempt to stop her falling out of her pink couture outfit at a glittering charity event in New York (bottom right). But for one man, the outburst came as no surprise. Her first love, Lyndall Locke, who dated the singer for a decade from when she was a 12-year-old wannabe until they split when she toured the world with Destiny's Child, said she had always been fixated on the pursuit of fame - and the 'simple girl from Houston' rapidly became a 'control freak'. He is pictured with 'Bey' on the night of his prom (left) and on his 19th birthday party (top right).
'I'm no Steve Irwin': Watch a terrified man's hilarious attempt to remove a sneaky blue tongued lizard from his house... that really doesn't want to leave
A video has revealed the hilarious moment when a terrified man attempts to remove a blue-tongue lizard from his home. The man attempts to poke it in the right direction with a broom (main) when it scrambles from each corner of the room. The man is finally victorious shutting the door on the unwanted house guest (insert).
Oh sugar! My 'healthy' family are eating the equivalent of 215 Krispy Kremes every WEEK: One mother's shockingly sugary meal diary, converted into doughnuts
Antonia Hoyle believed that she fed her two children Rosie, four and Felix, two, and husband Chris a healthy diet. But after measuring the hidden sugar in everyday foods, she was stunned. She said: 'It was staggering to discover that we were chomping through approximately 5lb of sugar a week. To put it another way, that's the same amount of sugar as you find in 215 Krispy Kreme doughnuts. We wouldn't eat that many in a decade!'
Five brothers and sisters are removed from reclusive Gloriavale religious community amid allegations they were 'beaten with sticks and smacked hard'
The children were removed from the commune on New Zealand's South Island by Child Youth and Family staff following reports of severe physical abuse on the brothers and sisters. They have since been returned to the sect, and are 'happy and health' according to a Gloriavale leader. Pictured are other members of the Gloriavale community.
He picked on the wrong guy! Bully starts fight with young boy... before being floored by a flurry of lightning-fast punches
Incredible footage shows the moment a young boy turned the tables on a playground bully in Germany. The 'underdog' strikes his attacker with a flurry of lighting fast punches that leave him reeling. As the bully tries to regain control of the situation, the smaller boy lurches forward to continue with his counter-defence. Hopping from one foot to the other, he darts forward in pursuit of the bully, chasing him around the playground as the bully's cronies watch on in delight.
From the teen whose painting hangs in Prince George's nursery to the cartoons bought by London's Tate Modern: Meet some incredible Down syndrome artists
One of the artists has one of her paintings hanging in Prince George's bedroom. Another is Sydney teenager Josie Webster (left), who has been painting for just 18 months but is now selling works around the world. Artist Janine Beatson (right) strongly features nature in her landscape photographs and paintings of countryside, animals and water. Janine is particularly fascinated by lakes and reflections in water (inset). They are the world's only international collective of artists with Down syndrome, with a diverse range of styles and mediums, and they go on exhibition in New York next week.
Spilling blood for their religion: Tiny Shi'ite Muslim boys whip themselves with sharp blades to mourn the death of Prophet Muhammad's grandson
WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT Shi'ite Muslims around the world have been beating themselves with sharp blades and lighting bonfires to mourn the death of the Prophet Muhammad's grandson. Photographs from Delhi (left and bottom right), India, showed shockingly young boys lashing their own backs with small knives and chains. Thousands of men performed the same brutal practice in Lebanon, Bangladesh (top right), Iraq, Pakistan and Myanmar and even Athens, Greece. The bloody rituals were part of the holy Day of Ashura, when Shi'ite Muslims remember the death of Imam Hussein at the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. The holy day has been marred by attacks targetting Shi'ite Muslims in the past and Iraq deployed tens of thousands of security forces across the country this year.
No, it's not a turducken! This 'six-legged bird' is actually a devoted father hiding his tiny chicks from danger
Incredible photos - taken in Kruger National Park, Johannesburg - show the fluffy African Jacana scooping up his young, leaving just the youngsters' legs dangling out of his feathers. The bird seems to significantly grow as his chicks find protection under him, but the adorable feathered siblings hang from their dad and their legs can be seen dangling just above the water. Submerging into his feathers, the chicks seem well protected, and their brighter yellow tones become invisible to the predator that has seemingly made itself known to their father.
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- Feminist Germaine Greer accuses Caitlyn Jenner of 'wanting to steal the limelight' from female Kardashians Greer hit out at the LA based reality star
- Making quite the fashion statement! Brie Larson wears embroidered 'a**hole' shirt as she jets into LAX Not afraid of controversy
- Newlywed Liz Cantor shows off her toned bikini body in colourful two-piece as she enjoys Indonesian honeymoon Enjoying a blissful honeymoon in Indonesia
- Girls' night! Olympia Valance wows in thigh-hugging khaki pants and sheer white top as she enjoys an evening on the town Lived up to reputation
- Unlikely friends Kelly Brook and Holly Valance favour smart-casual dress code as they enjoy night out at new hotspot They were in London
- Jennifer Garner reveals her svelte figure in her workout leggings as she picks up a coffee after early morning gym trip Headed to the gym
- Surely that's not your secret? Hilary Duff snacks on a sugary treat... hours after sharing glamorous magazine cover She looks stunning
- 'Why do we care about rumors?' Adam Lambert denies being 'upset' after he's replaced by Nick Jonas on Demi Lovato tour Singer took to Twitter
- Miniature fashionista! Padma Lakshmi and cute daughter Krishna bundle up in cosy coats for a New York City stroll Host held hands with her little girl, five
- Miracle On 34th Street screen icon Maureen O'Hara dies at 95... 'at home listening to music from her favourite film' O'Hara died on Saturday. 'She passed peacefully.'
- Burberry beauties Suki Waterhouse and Neelam Gill look sublime in sarees as they come together on new modelling project
- Naomi Watts' adorable sons sport scary Halloween face paint on day out... as their father Liev Schreiber is pictured as boxer Chuck Wepner for the first time
- Newly-single Amy Childs slips into skintight latex leggings and patent boots as she picks up supplies for a girls' night in Sprucing up her look
- Tamara Ecclestone wraps up in her autumn best as she enjoys sweet family lunch with husband Jay Rutland and daughter Sophia She wrapped up warm
- 'What does it mean?': Chris Hemsworth reveals he is still tentative about using social media... weeks after posting his first snap on Instagram
- 'Tight tush!' LeAnn Rimes shows how she gets in such great shape as she shares video of herself working out Rimes shared the video, 'It's #fitnessfriday.'
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- TOWIE's Georgia Kousoulou flaunts her taut abs as she joins Lydia Bright in showing off her sensational figure in gym gear Stunned in a tracksuit
- Disco fever! Kelly Bensimon puts on a leggy display in plunging shimmery mini-dress as she steps out for private fashion dinner Certainly turned heads
- Sean Penn is barely recognisable as he continues to grow out his hair and beard as he makes casual trip to the hardware store Wasn't easy to notice
- Heartbreak for country duo as Rory Feek reveals wife Joey, 40, has terminal cancer and is stopping treatment to be home with their baby daughter
- How Freddie Mercury 'came out' in his baffling lyrics to Bohemian Rhapsody: Biographer says singer penned famous rock song to confess his sexuality
- Work it! Lea Michele shows off shapely figure in black mini dress and sexy over-the-knee boots Gushed about having a delightful derriere
- 'I want to promote people being healthy but also being happy in your own size': Rebel Wilson unveils new plus-sized fashion range She is a size 16 to 18
- Plotting world domination? Kris Jenner advises Willow Smith as the two are spotted deep in conversation at Olivier Rousteing's birthday bash
- Kate Hudson shows off her sideboob in extreme plunging embellished mini dress as she parties at fashion designer's LA bash Rarely suffers a fail
- I couldn't recognise my own face in the mirror and was diagnosed with PTSD, admits former Pop Idol winner Will Young Gripped by insecurity.
- Carrie Fisher, 59, takes her trusty pet bulldog Gary as her plus one to trendy hotspot Chiltern Firehouse Hit up the trendy restaurant in London
- Jourdan Dunn flaunts her figure in plunging mini dress as she parties alongside Chanel Iman at fashion party in Los Angeles On fashion form
- 'My little soccer stud!' Vanessa Lachey shares sweet snap of Nick Lachey's sporty mini-me son Camden He is growing up fast
- Kim Kardashian reminds followers of her hot body as she shares 10 YEARS of Halloween costumes (while noting her fave is sexy Jasmine)
- Alessandra Ambrosio highlights her supermodel figure in tight metallic mini dress as she parties the night away at Balmain bash Fell to her thighs
- Pregnant Coleen Rooney posts adorable snap of her husband Wayne and their sons Kai, five, and Klay, two, on his 30th birthday All about Wayne
- Hunky David Beckham concentrates on hockey game in LA before obliging one lucky fan with a selfie Was taking in a game in Los Angeles on Friday.
- Rosie Huntington-Whiteley flaunts her toned tummy in halterneck LBD as she parties up a storm at LA fashion bash A glamorous woman
- Ashley Benson and Shay Mitchell show some leg in matching thigh high boots as they take on Milan with pal Hailey Baldwin Have been working hard
- Cheryl Fernandez-Versini means business in a monochrome suit as she and Simon Cowell announce final three acts live on The X Factor A sophisticated look
- Monica Bellucci is joined by fellow Bond Girls Lea Seydoux and Naomie Harris as they attend 007 Spectre press conference with Daniel Craig
- But first, a selfie! Louise Pillidge STILL fails to congratulate former pal Sam Frost on Bachelorette success... and shares glowing snap of herself instead
- Yummy mummy-to-be! Pregnant Kyly Clarke stuns as she cradles her blossoming baby bump in skin-tight scarlet frock at charity ball
- That's one way to get attention! Vicky Pattison flashes her incredibly toned figure in skimpy red bikini on Instagram ahead of book launch Proud of her good work
- Hot to trot! WAG Jessie Habermann puts on a busty display in a colourful cocktail dress as she fulfills her ambassador duties at the Cox Plate Day
- 'It's often called a vanity project': Natalie Portman reveals why she decided to star in her directorial debut film... and how Lena Dunham inspired her
- Dressed to kill! Honey Ryder's white bikini, Pussy Galore's sharp tailoring and Vesper Lynd's dramatic ball gowns: The 77 most iconic Bond Girl outfits
- Jay Z emerges for first time since wild rumours of Beyonce split amid Rihanna affair... as her ex-publicist admits making it all up to promote her single
- Another car crash for Caitlyn! Jenner's white SUV left severely damaged after 'knocking down a deer' Assistant believed to be responsible
- That's one for the album! Pregnant Kim Kardashian parties with her famous family as she attends designer's glitzy birthday bash She fFavoured style
- We see you! Russell Brand covers up with his favourite scarf as he attempts to make to a low-key arrival at Sydney airport... ahead of last show in Australia
- Earning her fashion stripes! Erin Holland stuns in off-the-shoulder black and white dress and striking hat at Cox Plate Day
- Jennifer Lopez puts on a VERY busty display in cut-out top and semi-sheer skirt as she steps out with boyfriend Casper Smart at fashion bash
- Kylie Jenner shows off hourglass figure in skintight white dress at Olivier Rousteing's birthday alongside Kim and Kourtney and Cara Delevingne
- Billy Joel's daughter Alexa Ray looks the epitome of glamour in a tight embellished dress as she celebrates another successful show at jazz club
- Keira Knightley carries daughter Edie in harness as she and husband James Righton enjoy family day out in New York Embracing NYC life
- 'I approve!' Bindi Irwin's partner and 'big brother' Derek Hough gives thumbs up to her boyfriend... as they hit DWTS rehearsals yet again
- Still gleaming! Half a century on, Goldfinger Bond girl Shirley Eaton recreates her most famous look for MailOnline She's 78 years old.
- Brooklyn Beckham looks trendy in skinny jeans and suede boots as he flies from to London to LA with his skateboard in hand Was on a London break
- Bumping along nicely! Cara Kilbey proudly unveils blossoming baby bump in black bodycon dress as she stocks up on essentials for new arrival at The Baby Show
- Sartorially in sync! Bachelorette star Sam Frost dresses to match her beau... as Sasha Mielczarek admits it was hard to see her kiss other men on the show
- 'If I could be half the person you are I'd be a happy man!' Sasha Mielczarek's tribute to mum Kym after winning Bachelorette Sam Frost's heart
- Sunrise host Samantha Armytage says 'no way' to Tinder as a way to find love after confessing her early bedtime makes it difficult to meet men
- Another chance at romance! Former reality star Kayne Buik offers to spoil one lucky lady with the Bachelorette experience... as he reveals he's still single
- 'Netflix and chill with my love': Laura Dundovic dons workout recovery in bed... as she cosies up to shirtless boyfriend Quade Cooper in sweet snap
- Lady in lace! Samantha Armytage cloaks her curves in flowing black dress as she joins Sally Obermeder and Larry Emdur for charity night
- My, how she's grown! Bindi Irwin shares sweet childhood snap of her and brother Robert in costume as she gears up for Halloween Week on DWTS
- Race ready in lace! Rachael Finch is a vision in fitted frock with sheer sleeves as she puts on a stylish display at Melbourne's Cox Plate Day
- She's got some cheek! Kylie Jenner displays her killer curves in a body stocking for racy desert photoshoot Sharing more from raunchy desert shoot
- Racy in lace! Pregnant Kim Kardashian offers generous look at her fancy bra worn under see-through tank top as she leaves KUWTK taping
- 'If Eric says to stop it, I don't know what I would do': Simon Cowell reveals his battle to quit smoking for son ...after the tot pulled prank on his ex-girlfriend
- New mom Jessica Biel showcases stunning figure as she and Justin Timberlake receive Inspiration prize at GLSEN Respect Awards
- Rocking out! 5 Seconds Of Summer's Ashton Irwin and Michael Clifford get the crowd roaring as they take to the stage for LA performance
- 'I distract anyone from seeing just how incredibly dark I feel inside': Former Savage Garden singer Darren Hayes opens up about battling depression
- Abs-oloutely incredible! Kate Hudson reveals her taut tummy in sexy cut-out grey dress at fashion bash Almost Famous actress was soaked in tears
- That's a devilish look! Alessandra Ambrosio flashes extreme cleavage in a revealing maxi dress as she heads to lunch Preparing for next show
- A right royal transformation: The miraculous makeovers that turned dowdy commoners into dazzling princesses
- She's half the woman she was! Melissa McCarthy reveals her slimmed down figure as she hosts red carpet event in LA A shadow of herself
- Kendall Jenner is selling her old clothes on ebay to raise money for charity... and some of the designer pieces are as cheap as 99 cents Put 30 pieces up for sale
- Kris Jenner, 59, squeezes into skintight body stocking as she returns to red carpet with Corey Gamble 10 days after Lamar Odom's collapse
- Heart on the mend? Michael Turnbull thanks fans for their support as he seeks comfort with his family after losing emotional The Bachelorette finale
- Just married? Paris Jackson sends rumour mill into overdrive after using her boyfriend's last name on Instagram
- Rihanna's former publicist publicly apologizes for spreading 2005 rumor that Jay Z was cheating on Beyoncé with young singer
- Beating buyers to the punch! Deborah Hutton snaps up new $3.5 million Sydney home with uninterrupted ocean views before it goes to auction
- Beefy Mark Wahlberg goes shirtless and does pull-ups in new trailer for Daddy's Home
- Ex Big Brother star claims the reality series is better at romance than dating shows like The Bachelorette after THREE couples from last season remain together
- Khloe Kardashian cancels press tour for her new book to be by Lamar Odom's side as he waits to learn if he needs kidney transplant
- Adele, out of the shadows after three years and heading for Number One: Singer's spectacular comeback with new song and glossy new image
- Must be some manicure! Ashley Greene and Jaime King treat themselves to pamper sessions at same Beverly Hills nail salon
- The beauty and the memes... Adele's moving Hello viral video has the internet crying tears of laughter as well as sorrow
- The tight stuff! Kourtney Kardashian shows off enviably slim figure in a clinging blue bodysuit and ripped jeans while running errands in LA
- The Bachelorette's Michael Turnbull is seen laughing and smiling as he strolls alongside pretty brunette after Sam Frost's finale rejection
- Harold Perrineau slams critics who say his daughter Aurora is 'not black enough' for Jem And The Holograms role
- City of love! Tessa James cuddles up to husband Nate Myles as they soak up life in French capital... eight months after her final chemotherapy treatment
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A deeper shade of blue: More than 200 landmarks including the Great Wall of China, the Pyramids and the Leaning Tower of Pisa are transformed to mark the 70th anniversary of the United Nations
More than 200 landmarks in 60 different countries were lit up in the colour of the world body as a sign of peace with the global celebration kicking off in New Zealand before making its way across the continents. Sights including The Great Wall (inset left), the Leaning Tower (right) and the Pyramids in Egypt (main image).
WORLD NEWS
- China sends golf into the rough: Communist party bans its 88 million members from joining clubs in crackdown on corruption
- Maldives vice-president is charged with trying to assassinate the president with a bomb on his speedboat
- Growing princes' revolt could bring down Saudi Arabian king as sons of country's founder believe he is leading it to ruin
- Dramatic moment Turkish fishermen rescue toddler from the sea after migrant boat capsizes en route to Greece
- 'Right-wing' killer stopped to pose with pupils who thought blood-soaked sword and mask was a prank... then continued his murder spree that left two dead at Swedish school with high ratio of migrant pupils
- Right-wing plot to attack German refugee shelters with guns, explosives and baseball bats in bid to terrorise migrants is foiled by police
- Desperate Slovenia brings out the tanks to deal with migrant arrivals as 12,000 enter the country in 24 hours
- Robert Mugabe is awarded China's version of the Nobel Peace Prize... which was won last year by Vladimir Putin
- Cold diggers: Inside the freezing Siberian gold mine so remote that food has to be ordered two years in advance before it is driven along a 220-mile ice road that melts for most of the year
- Beautiful images among the earliest ever to emerge from Japan depict classic scenes of geisha and samurai warriors... but were actually faked to attract tourists
- Two Palestinians are shot after carrying out latest knife attack in Israel hours after soldiers killed a JEW who they thought was a 'terrorist'
- First US fatality in the ground fight against ISIS as Special Forces rescue around 70 Iraqi hostages
- UN accuses Czech Republic of strip-searching migrants and stripping them of money to pay towards the costs of their detention
- Oil-rich Saudi Arabia will run out of 'financial assets' within FIVE YEARS, warns International Monetary Fund
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This is the amazing picture of a Great Mormon Butterfly, which was hatched both half male and half female. The left hand side of the butterfly is male, denoted by its black wing, while the yellow wing is female. Experts at Butterfly World in St Albans, Hertfordshire said it was a one in 10,000 chance for something like this to happen.
Un-bear-ably cute! Adorable giant panda cubs are shown to public after being born at world-famous breeding base in China
The 15 black and white cubs (some of which are pictured inset) have been hand-reared at the Giant Panda Breeding in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, a centre which is aiming to reintroduce pandas back into the wild. And today, the little pandas, including six pairs of twins, looked the picture of good health today as they rolled around and cuddled up to one another (main picture) in front of besotted visitors. They will now be specially cared for by a team of workers who are aiming to increase the captive population of giant pandas. The species is listed as endangered in the World Conservation Union's 'red list' of threatened species. They are extremely rare as female pandas are only ready to accept a male and mate for around two to three days a year.
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