The Australian Reptile Park’s male Komodo dragon, Kraken, had his annual weigh-in for his ninth birthday. The world’s largest lizard species, Komodos can reach 100 kilos, but at 38 kilos, Kraken has a way to go. This fierce-looking dragon is a softy

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Lotus had a rough start to life. Originally used as a bait pig to train hunting dogs, she was badly injured when she was bitten on the face and ear. Luckily, Lotus was rescued, and now lives a safe and peaceful life at Full Circle Farm Sanctuary. Wit

Waking up in hospital after surgery to remove my gall bladder, I was amazed to see my mum, Sue, 68. What’s she doing here? I wondered, confused. Living in London, UK, after suffering painful gall stones, I’d been booked in for the routine day surger

It happened the moment I opened my eyes. My chest heaved and the squeaky gulp emerged from my throat. Hiccup! Reaching for the glass of water by my bed, I drank it down and assumed the hiccups would disappear. But 10 minutes later, my chest was sti

couple of months ago and spends his days moping. He didn’t really like his job so I thought he’d be happy. I’m still working so we’ve been covering the bills but it’s been a bit of a stretch. I’m worried about his lack of motivation but he won’t talk

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