That is why our new Special Features Editor Dean Murray is committed to bringing you the very best in offbeat features and images.

Dean will be sourcing the funniest, strangest and most unusual stories from around the world and delivering them straight to your news desk.

Take a look at this small showcase of example features, but be sure to contact Dean for fresh features as we get new items in every day.

dmurray@rexfeatures.com or call +44 (0) 20 7278 7294