The INSIDER Summary:

• From Michael Keaton to Christian Bale, the role of Batman has a legacy. 
• "Arrow" has included Batman references and characters in their storylines. 

The moment Superman (Tyler Hoechlin) finally appeared on Supergirl this season, all bets were off as to which DC characters could make their way onto the CW’s Arrowverse. Number one on that list has to be Bruce Wayne/Batman. Fans have been clamoring for and asking if good ‘ol Bats will be making an appearance in any of the DC shows? Considering many Batman characters (e.g. Ra’s al Ghul) and elements have found their way onto Arrow, and Supergirl has dropped various Batman/Gotham hints, having Bruce and his alter-ego make an appearance seems plausible.

While Fox has the kid version of Bruce in Gotham and the DCEU has Ben Affleck donning the cowl, The CW could turn to producer Greg Berlanti to find a way to create its version of the iconic character. Whether we find Bruce on Earth-38 (Supergirl) or Earth-1 (Arrow, The Flash), his inclusion into the Arrowverse would be exciting. Bruce would probably be used in similar manner to Hoechlin’s Superman, in a supporting, guest star role. Batman won’t be getting his own show on The CW.

If Bruce Wayne/Batman makes an appearance in future crossover events, just who will step into his shoes? Our Batman would be mature and older than Oliver Queen, and a caliber of actor who would actually take a CW role. With that as our starting point, here are 15 Actors Who Could Play Bruce Wayne/Batman in the Arrowverse.

15. Brant Daugherty

You may not know the name, but Brant Daugherty does have that Bruce Wayne look: he could pass for a billionaire playboy, while moonlighting as a masked vigilante with a brooding stare.

Best known for his role of Noel Kahn on Freeform’s Pretty Little Liars, Brant’s filmography consists of Days of Our Lives and some TV movies, so he’d be tackling the role with a clean slate. That fresh face factor is something The CW loves and has proven to be successful with, having gone with Stephen Amell and Grant Gustin as leads for their respective shows. Prior to becoming superheroes, both were guest-star guys with bit roles here and there on various TV series.

At 31, Brant is on the younger spectrum of the age-range for our Batman, but we’re confident he has the range and presence to more than hold his own with Amell, Gustin and the rest of the Arrowverse heroes. He also appeared on Dancing with the Stars, which is a bonus for him since The CW likes their heroes with singing and dancing backgrounds like Gustin, Melissa Benoist, and Caity Lotz.

14. Tom Welling

You have to love the twist of a former Superman playing Batman. The choice is almost too good to pass up. If a feature film Superman like Brandon Routh can become The Atom, why can’t Tom Welling become The Bat?

We all know that Welling gained a large fan following and praise for his portrayal of Clark Kent on the long running series, Smallville. Not only is the show one of The CW’s greatest successes but it paved the way for the current Arrowverse. Since the series wrapped up in 2011, Tom has kept a relatively low profile with small roles in movies like Draft Day. Now at 39 years-of-age, Welling’s appearance has changed from how we remember him as young Clark. Gone is the clean cut look, replaced with a scruffy beard and a short haircut that has a good amount of silver mixed in. This mature look, along with his former “Super” role, would instantly give Tom a seasoned veteran position amongst the new group of heroes we currently have. That experience is what no other actor on this list brings to the role of Bruce Wayne.

13. Wes Bentley

“I did always want to play Batman. I liked Batman because he had no super powers.” That’s what Wes Bentley told Larry King back in a 2015 interview. Not only does the actor want to play Batman but back before Ben Affleck landed the part in the DCEU, Christopher Nolan apparently suggested Wes for the role, having worked with him in Interstellar. With his breakout role in American Beauty in 1999, Bentley’s promising acting career languished after a publicized, dark personal battle with drugs. Now on the path of recovery, that experience could help him bring the dark edginess needed for the role of the Dark Knight.

While his career has been mostly in features, with films like The Hunger Games and Pete’s Dragon, Wes has recently appeared on TV in American Horror Story. The chance of finally getting to play Bruce Wayne/Batman in a guest role capacity, should be enough to entice Wes to make his way onto the Arrowverse. With a piercing eyes, classic leading man features and at 38-years-old, Wes looks the part for our Batman. Bringing with him an air of danger, he’s certainly capable of delivering unhinged energy to play the dual personas.

Surrounding ourselves with screens comes with an unexpected side effect: We can't sleep. And our bodies and minds are suffering.

Whether it's because we're staying up to squeeze in a final episode of "The OA" or scrolling through Facebook, nearly 40% of us get less than seven hours of sleep a night, according to a recent Gallup poll. And the CDC estimates that another 50-70 million Americans likely have a sleep disorder.

Here are eight horrible things that can happen if you don't get enough sleep:

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Colds

If you're wondering why you're sick all the time and seem to pick up every bug that travels around the office, it's probably because you're not getting enough sleep. When a group of 153 people were exposed to a common cold, those who had gotten less than 7 hours of sleep in the two weeks prior were almost 3 times more likely to get sick than those who'd had 8 or more hours of sleep. How well you sleep is also a factor — those who had spent 92% of their time in bed actually asleep were 5.5 times more likely to catch a cold than those who had been peacefully slumbering 98-100% of the time they were in bed. 

Source: Archives of Internal Medicine, 2009

Tummy troubles

Not sleeping can make the symptoms of Inflammatory Bowel Disease and acid reflux worse and may put you more at risk of developing IBD and inflammatory bowel syndrome, something that one in 250 Americans currently experience. Additionally, people with Crohn's disease were twice as likely to experience a relapse when they weren't getting enough sleep.

Source: World Journal of Gastroenterology, 2013

Irritability and mood swings

Researchers have found that interruptions and disturbances tend to bother us more when we haven’t slept. "Complaints of irritability and [emotional] volatility following sleepless nights" are common, a team of Israeli researchers observed after following a group of underslept medical residents. The study found that the negative emotional effect of disruptive events — things like being interrupted while in the middle of doing something — were amplified by sleep loss.

Source: Sleep, 2005

Ever wonder what celebrities were like when they were just normal, awkward teenagers? 

A recent Reddit thread asked members of the social network one question: "Redditors who went to high school with someone famous, who was it and what were they like before their fame?"

The thread was quickly flooded with hundreds of replies about stars in their pre-stardom days — and INSIDER picked out some of the most memorable.

Disclaimer: Since this is Reddit, INSIDER was unable to independently verify any of the claims made below, but they sure are fun to read. 

Blake Lively seemed "down to earth."

"[I] went to high school with Blake Lively," Redditor Seraphus wrote. "[I] had a few classes with her throughout 3 years [...] She was pretty cool. I always ended up seated next to her so it became kind of a running joke through the years. She seemed down to earth and not stuck up." 

Ariana Grande was reportedly very mean.

"[I] had a family friend who went to high school with Ariana Grande," wrote Redditor AshleyScared. "[She said Ariana] would always pick on kids she thought were inferior to her."

Redditor herdana had a similar tale: "[I] currently go to the same school Ariana Grande graduated from. I know a lot of people who were in classes with her, and my sister was in the grade above her. One of my friends said she was a real obnoxious b----, and apparently bullied some other kid on the bus."

Grande has previously said she was the one who was bullied in school: "I was in every group. I suppose I was a bit of a nerd, but I also had a group of friends, too. I knew what it was like to be popular, but I also knew what it was like to have my heart broken by bullies."

Ashton Kutcher was a "sweetheart."

According to one Redditor: "My cousins lived near Ashton Kutcher and went to school with him for a bit. He also worked at a restaurant with my aunt. They all say he was a super chill guy and a sweetheart. My aunt has run in to him a few times when he's been back home and he's always been really nice. So that's cool." 

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Earth as we know it might not last forever.

If sea level rise triggers flooding in our cities, if climate change makes it impossible to grow food for billions of people, or if there's some other as-yet unthinkable apocalyptic disaster, humans will need a new home.

The architects at Shimizu Corporation, a Tokyo-based firm, want to build underwater cities that they call Ocean Spirals.

There are no concrete plans to construct an Ocean Spiral, which project leader Masaki Takeuch estimates would cost $26 billion. But the renderings are certainly fantastical.

Check them out below.

SEE ALSO: China's new topsy-turvy bridge actually has three bridges woven into one

If construction plans ever move forward, the first Ocean Spiral would sit 16,400 feet below sea level off the coast of Tokyo, Takeuch tells Business Insider.

Massive turbines would be stationed on the ocean floor, drawing power from the waves, tides, and currents. The nine-mile-long Spiral would then convert it into energy for the sphere at the top to use.

An estimated 5,000 people could live in the sphere.

In all the renderings, sharks are eerily circling a Spiral, but Takeuch assures us that the development would be completely secure from predators.

As president Barack Obama bids farewell to the Oval Office, the United States will welcome in its 45th president. 

While many will be watching when Donald Trump is sworn in as Commander in Chief on Inauguration Day, all eyes will also be on new first lady, Melania.

Michelle Obama helped to redefine first lady fashion. Will Mrs. Trump measure up to some of the iconic looks of the past? Keep reading to see what the first ladies of the past wore on Inauguration Day.

March 4, 1925: Grace Coolidge was all smiles in a gray dress and top hat to match Calvin Coolidge's during his second inauguration.

March 4, 1929: Lou Henry Hoover was known for her fashion and became the first first lady to be in Vogue magazine in May 1929.

Sources: Vogue, A Companion to First Ladies

March 4, 1933: Press described Eleanor Roosevelt's inaugural gown as a shade called "Eleanor Blue." Her wrap and dress were made of "crystelle velvet," according to the New York Times. Press highlighted that Roosevelt's gowns were designed and made entirely in the US.

Source: New York Times

Buying a home that needs extensive remodeling can fetch a handsome discount, but it depends a lot on where you're looking to buy.

In much of America the discount won't make up for significant renovation costs. The average fixer-upper in the US only nets a decrease of 7.6% from the median list price, which works out to just $11,000 in cash savings, according to analysis from real estate marketing firm Zillow. 

But in some cities, homes needing work offer savings of two to three times that much. Zillow analyzed 70,000 listings of fixer-uppers across the country — identified using key words like "fixer-upper,""TLC," and "good bones"— and compared list prices to estimated market values to determine which metro areas provide the best deals.

Expensive markets, where even a modest percentage discount amounts to significant savings, tended to provide the most value on the median fixer-upper home: Cash savings averaged $54,000 in San Francisco and $38,000 in San Jose, the two highest figures on Zillow's list.

Business Insider rounded up the top 10 metro markets from the study, ranked by the average amount of money saved.

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10. Portland, Oregon

Cash savings: $19,000

Fixer-upper discount: 7.3%

9. Virginia Beach, Virginia

Cash savings:$19,000

Fixer-upper discount: 13.1%

8. Chicago, Illinois

Cash savings: $19,000

Fixer-upper discount: 13.8%

Winter has been milder than normal in many parts of the US, but that doesn't mean snowstorm won't happen. And when it comes to driving, few things are more difficult to deal with than snow.

It is possible, of course, to drive and to drive safely in the white stuff. You just need to prepare yourself properly for the experience.

Here are ten basic rules and guidelines to follow:

SEE ALSO: 10 things that make changing a tire much, much easier

1. Know when NOT even think about driving.

So you've driven in the snow before and you've got a vehicle that can handle bad conditions. Does that mean you can deal with whatever Mother Nature throws at you?

It does not.

No one should be driving in a blizzard — for two main reasons. First, the simple fact that your car is on the road makes it more difficult for the authorities to clear the streets. If you get stuck, that's obviously a problem for the snow plows.

Second, if you do get stuck, you're an immediate distraction from what the emergency services really need to be doing, which is helping people who weren't stupid enough to take to the roads.

In a genuinely major-league snow storm, you should stay put and leave your vehicle alone, unless there's an absolute emergency.

2. Make sure you have a vehicle that CAN handle the snow.

Contrary to popular opinion, it is possible to manage a rear-wheel-drive car in the snow. You don't need all-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive. You just need to know what you're doing.

That said, if you've never taken your BMW 3-Series out in snow before, it's best to not test your non-existent skills. You would be better of with a front-wheel-drive car, with the weight of the engine over the drive wheels.

AWD and 4WD are better — but they're also no guarantee that you won't get stuck. Again, how much experience you have is important. 

The bottom line is that if you know your car and have dealt with snow before — and you're not in the middle of a blizzard — you're OK. If not, it might be best to take your car out for a bit of practice.

3. Two words: SNOW TIRES.

Whether you have a rear-wheel-drive, front-wheel-drive, or AWD or 4WD vehicle, your best hedge against trouble in the snow when driving is snow tires.

You can put all-season tires on your car, but when there's serious snow on the ground, snow tires are your best friend. They're made of different compounds than summer tires, enabling them to maintain traction in the cold. The treads are also designed to deliver better grip and prevent snow and slush from building up on the tires.

Winter tires aren't a failsafe; you can still slip and slide and get stuck with them. But they're designed to deal with snow and in the opinion of many experts, a good call if you live in a region where snows are frequent and heavy.

It's common practice for high-end condo buildings to tout all kinds of amenities to attract buyers. But 443 Greenwich, a luxury building in the Tribeca neighborhood of New York, claims to have an entirely different perk: it's apparently "paparazzi proof." 

While the building's management can't comment on the identity of its residents, it has been reported that the building's "paparazzi-proof" architectural features — such as its lower-level parking and interior courtyard garden — have proved attractive to high-end clients who value their privacy.

Jennifer Lawrence reportedly looked into buying property there, and Mike Myers purchased a $14.65 million loft in the building earlier this month. However, just a week later, Myers put it back on the market with a slightly higher price of $15 million.

According to real estate agents at Cantor-Pecorella, 66% of the units have been sold, and 50% are currently occupied. As for the eight penthouses, two are still available — one of which is listed for $27.5 million, the other for $55 million. Prices for the lofts range from $3.5 million to $14.5 million.

Ahead, take a look inside one of the building's gorgeous four-bedroom condos.  

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Built in 1882, the 443 Greenwich building was originally a book bindery. Today, it's a landmarked building with 53 residential condominiums, including eight penthouses.

Calling itself "paparazzi-proof," the building's privacy has been a big draw for celebrity buyers. Jennifer Lawrence considered a space here, and actor Mike Myers reportedly purchased — then put back on the market — a $15 million condo in January.

Source: Curbed

One of the building's major privacy-geared benefits is its lower-level lobby and parking space, guarded by wrought-iron gates. The building has on-site valet parking.

The money management business could reach "a turning point" in 2017.

That's according to Morgan Stanley, which just published a big report on the industry titled: On the Precipice of Change.

"Evolving customer demands, oversupply, intensifying competition, and secular re-pricing make 2017 a turning point for the industry," it said.

The US bank has identified 10 potential surprises for the industry in the new year.

"These are events we believe have greater than a one-in-three chance of happening, but are not in our base case or priced into the stocks," Morgan Stanley said.

Whether you're an asset manager, a day trader, or just have a 401(k), they may have a big impact on you and your money.

Read on:

SEE ALSO: Morgan Stanley weighs in on the 9 big questions that will dominate Wall Street in 2017

1. Increased pressure on active management

"The stars are in alignment" for active managers to lower their fees in the new year, according to Morgan Stanley.

Money has been pouring out of their accounts and into index funds at a clip over the past few years, leaving some people wondering if the active management business is dead.

Bill McNabb, CEO of the $3.9 trillion fund Vanguard, said that active managers can survive and prosper, but only if they lower their fees.

Morgan Stanley expects them to do just that. The bank estimates that fees charged by active managers could shrink by more than a third in 2017.

2. Don't buy buybacks

Traditional asset managers have reduced their share count by 7.5% on average over the past three years, according to Morgan Stanley, yet underperformed the S&P significantly.

"We see weak empirical evidence that greater reduction in shares count drives outperformance," the bank said.

With that in mind, Morgan Stanley thinks listed asset managers may be about to recalibrate their payout ratios, so as to invest in growth.

"The maturing sector still has pockets of growth," the bank said. "But achieving growth requires greater investment than in the past; in seed capital and capital to acquire new teams/capabilities and drive consolidation."

3. Consolidation in the mutual fund industry

Mounting pressures in the mutual fund industry will likely lead to some consolidation in 2017.

According to Morgan Stanley, merger and acquisition activity, especially among smaller mutual fund houses, has picked up since 2015 and is likely to "accelerate" in the new year.

"We see four pain points intensifying for a highly profitable industry, which may drive more firms to weather the storm together and improve scale," the bank said.

Going through a break up can be challenging. Whether or not you were the instigator, the pain of moving on is hard to handle.

Since relationships aren’t one size fits all, people react in different ways. That’s why it’s so difficult to narrow down a single cure for heartache. But don’t fret — while there may not be a easy fix, there are tips and tricks that the professionals swear by.

As psychologists working in New York City, Dr. Karen Weinstein and Dr. Michael Zentman have seen their fair share of patients battling through a break up. They don't claim to have all the answers, but they do have general sense of how to help people heal a whole quicker.

Here are six ways to get over a break up: 

1. Ditch the rose-colored glasses.

"Reflect on the relationship for what it was, likely it was neither all good nor all bad," Dr.Weinstein suggests. "Resist the common tendency to idealize the relationship. It's very common to only recall and focus on the wonderful aspects of the relationship. This makes it even harder to accept the reality that it's over and is the equivalent of 'denial' in the stages of grief."

One way to reflect would be to make a list of things you weren't happy with in the relationship. By the end, you might realize that the separation was for the best.

2. Pick up your reading glasses.

Another tip from Dr. Weinstein, albeit slightly cheesy, is to hit up the self-help section. She recommends the books "It's Called A Breakup Because It's Broken: The Smart Girl's Breakup Buddy" by Greg and Amiira Behrendt as well as"Don't Call That Man!" (revised under the more contemporary title "Don't Text That Man!") by Rhonda Findling.

"The whole field of self help books does seem to assume that only women struggle with breakups, which is far from the reality," she admitted. "Regardless, there are some thoughtful gems of advice and support in [these books]."

3. Talk it out.

"The best thing someone can do is talk about their feelings about the loss with close friends and other loved ones," Dr. Zentman says. "Hearing yourself say how you’re feeling and having a witness can be very helpful."

Grab drinks or dinner with a close friend who's willing to listen for a while and see where the conversation leads you. You may even learn something about yourself.

"There will be much wisdom to gain if a person can be self-reflective and figure out what they contributed to the breakup," Dr. Zentman adds.

The reality show “Shark Tank” has been helping entrepreneurs live the American dream since its 2009 debut.

Now in its eighth season, the self-made sharks have invested more than $66 million — as of season six — of their own funds to help entrepreneurs get their businesses off the ground.

Each week, sharks Barbara Corcoran, Mark Cuban, Lori Greiner, Robert Herjavec, Daymond John and Kevin O’Leary convene to receive pitches from the entrepreneurs in need of cash to get their companies off the ground.

Follow along to read the best pieces of advice the sharks gave entrepreneurs during their stint on the three-time Emmy Award-winning show.

SEE ALSO: 'Shark Tank' star Barbara Corcoran reveals when it’s time to quit your job and start your own business

1. Focus on profits

“Follow the green, not the dream.”— Mark Cuban

In season four, Erica Cohen and Lori Barbera, owners of Baby’s Badass Burgers food truck, wanted money to open a brick-and-mortar restaurant. Rather than funding the successful food truck’s transition to a traditional eatery, Cuban advised them to keep doing what’s working. Essentially, he believed the hot-pink, gourmet burger food truck was already a recipe for success and that switching up the plan might put a damper on business.

See: 9 Most Successful Shark Tank Businesses

2. Be accountable for your own success

“A goal without a timeline is just a dream.”— Robert Herjavec

Many “Shark Tank” contestants have been aimlessly working toward their entrepreneurial goals for years. With this piece of advice, Herjavec encouraged them to create a timeline to turn their aspirations into a reality. Attaching specific dates to goals forces them to be accountable and make real progress.

3. When the going gets tough, don’t give up

“As an entrepreneur, you can always find a solution if you try hard enough.”— Lori Greiner

Starting a company comes with a huge set of challenges, but Greiner advised “Shark Tank” contestants not to give up. As creative thinkers, entrepreneurs simply must devise creative solutions to combat every roadblock in their way. No problem is unsolvable — failure cannot be an option.

The INSIDER Summary:

• People who blush easily are perceived as more trustworthy.
• Studies have shown that they're more empathetic and generous.
• They also report higher rates of monogamy.

Blushing can make an awkward situation feel a million times worse, especially when someone has the nerve to point out how red your face is. (Pro tip: don't be that person.)

It turns out that there are actually some scientifically-proven advantages to being easily embarrassed, and they're nothing to be ashamed of.

You're a better romantic partner

It seems that glowing red cheeks actually are endearing to some people. At UC Berkeley, researchers found that men and women who blush easily reported higher levels of monogamy. 

You're more generous

According to an article in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, "individuals who are more embarrassable... behaved more generously than their less embarrassable counterparts" by giving away more of their raffle tickets in a study. 

You seem more trustworthy

A 2011 study pitted participants against a computer for a classic prisoner's dilemma: if you condemn your opponent you walk free, if you rat each other out you both get two years in prison, and if you both stay silent you both only get one year. Participants were more likely to trust a blushing opponent than a nonblushing one.

The INSIDER Summary:

• Spring break usually means partying on the beach with your friends, but if that crazy party life isn't for you try a more laid back getaway. 
• Take a wine tasting class in Napa Valley instead. 
• Become a wizard at Harry Potter World. 

When it comes to Spring Break, many have a similar process: Book a plane ticket, and head to the nearest beach. It's the quintessential way to spend Spring Break — but for some (actually, I think for a lot of people) partying on the beach doesn't exactly sound like a fun time. So for those who want to avoid it, what are some Spring Break ideas for 2017?

You see, I actually grew up on and around the beach. Although I love having my toes in the sand and the sun on my face, I'm partial to the one beach I love going to: home. I've ventured to other beaches on different trips before, but it really never is the same as my own backyard. The beach is for my summers back at home, but for spring break, I want to take an adventure elsewhere.

I'm one who absolutely loves to travel - so some of these ideas have already been tested and attempted by me! Others I have on my travel list that I'm hoping to try in the near future. So if you saved up money and are hoping for a different type of escape this Spring Break, here are a few ideas to try.

Check Out The Music Scene In Nashville, Tenn.

Numerous musical artists start their career in Nashville, so it’s the perfect place to find the up-and-coming musicians to impress your friends with when you get back from break.

Hiking At The Grand Canyon

If you’re a fitness buff who wants an adventurous experience (but would hate to be in the cold, Colorado weather), find some trails around this national park in Arizona and get a glimpse of the famous Grand Canyon!

Wine Tasting In Napa, Calif.

Looking for a more sophisticated way to get your drink on this Spring Break? There are hundreds of wineries and vineyards around wine country in California for you to explore. For a bougie experience, you should try some tastings in Napa Valley, but for a smaller and homier feel, check out the wineries in Calistoga.

On January 21, approximately 200,000 people will convene in Washington, DC to stand up for gender equality after Donald Trump's inauguration. The effort will extend internationally with sister marches in 60 countries on every continent — including Antarctica.

"In the spirit of democracy and honoring the champions of human rights, dignity, and justice who have come before us, we join in diversity to show our presence in numbers too great to ignore,"the march's site reads. "The Women’s March on Washington will send a bold message to our new government on their first day in office, and to the world that women's rights are human rights. We stand together, recognizing that defending the most marginalized among us is defending all of us."

It's set to be one of the largest protests in the last decade.

Here's a look back at some of the biggest marches in American history.

SEE ALSO: Scarlett Johansson, Gloria Steinem, and others will speak at the Women's March on Washington — here's the full list

The March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom — August 28, 1963

Approximately 250,000 people participated in this 1963 civil rights march in DC, where Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his famous "I have a Dream" speech.

An anti-Vietnam War protest in Washington DC — November 15, 1969

Between 500,000 and 600,000 people demonstrated against the Vietnam War in DC, which had led to thousands of deaths by 1969. Coalitions started organizing smaller rallies in 1967, eventually leading up to the large anti-Vietnam march two years later.

The Solidarity Day march in Washington, DC — September 19, 1981

The Solidarity Day march was a rally of about 260,000 people in DC in 1981. It was in response to President Ronald Reagan's decision to fire 12,000 air traffic controllers who went on strike and demanded wage increases and safer working conditions.

The winners of this year's prestigious Outdoor Photographer of the Year competition have been released and they're truly awe-inspiring.

Over 17,000 entries competed for the top prize of a once-in-a-lifetime photography assignment to cover the Fjällräven Polar dogsled expedition, which covers 300km of arctic tundra.

Eight categories' winners have been released, and a final overall winner will be announced on stage at The Photography Show at the NEC, Birmingham on March 18.

From epic Norwegian lakes to wild African game reserves, scroll down to see this year's remarkable winners.

Wildlife Insight Winner, Alice van Kempen (Netherlands) — Lower Sabie, Kruger National Park, South Africa.

'In Africa, poachers slaughter an elephant every 15 minutes to supply the demand for ivory – that’s 96 beautiful creatures a day. In 2016, as of the middle of September, there had been 36 elephants killed by poachers in the Kruger National Park alone – the highest number since 1982. With this in mind, I wanted to create a photograph to reflect the situation the elephants are in. I chose to capture the sad look of one of the elephants; a dark image that lets you focus on the tusks.'

At the Water’s Edge Winner, Pete Hyde (UK) — Gavlfjorden, Holm, Langøya, Norway.

'Having driven several miles up a minor road, we came to the small harbour at Holm. After a short walk, we were presented with this wonderful view up a small side-branch of Gavlfjorden. The soft, misty light and the calmness of the water were perfect for conveying the peace and tranquillity we were privileged to enjoy.'

Young Outdoor Photographer of the Year Winne, David Rosenzweig (USA) — Timbavati Game Reserve, Mpumalanga, South Africa.

'The eternal bond between a mother andchild is one that transcends the animal kingdom.One early morning in the Timbavati Game Reserve,we came across this female leopard. She was clearly searching for something and continued calling untilshe reached an open road. Just as she arrived, hercub came running out of the bushes. The ensuinginteraction between the mother and cub proved thelove that the two share for each other.'

LONDON — Any new US president faces scutiny and extensive media coverage on their private lives, but perhaps none more than Donald Trump.

Part of the reason is Trump's wealth, a common topic of discussion both during his 2016 presidential campaign and in the media. 

In 2015, Trump claimed to be worth as much as $10 billion.

While a recent Forbes investigation shows that Trump's wealth has declined along with the value of his retail and office properties, his net worth is still believed to be roughly $3.7 billion.

From apartment buildings and hotels to yachts and aircrafts — and a penchant for gold — he certainly knows how to spend it. However, one of his favourite ways to spend his money is through his impressive collection of expensive cars.

We teamed up with Stephen Goldasz of Car Keys to examine some of the nicest cars the new president owns — or has previously owned.

From classic saloons to tiny sports cars, here are the highlights from Trump's collection of cars: 

Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud

According to Goldasz, Trump is a fan of Rolls-Royce, owned by BMW but based in Britain, and has owned more than one of the cars.

"In recent months, Trump has been seen behind the wheel of an up-to-date Phantom saloon from Rolls-Royce, but way before that he had a 1956 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud," he said.

"This classic Rolls-Royce is believed to be one of the first cars Donald Trump ever took ownership of and remains a personal favourite of his to this day. Reportedly the Silver Cloud can sell for anywhere between £20,000 and £90,000 in classic car markets, depending on their condition and history."

Lamborghini Diablo

Trump once owned a 1997 Lamborghini Diablo, according to Goldasz, which he called "one of the most famous supercars from the Italian manufacturer’s illustrious history."

"Trump sold his Diablo a while back, but it did get some online coverage earlier this year when it appeared on eBay and was sold for as much as $460,000," he said. "The Lambo has been passed around to several owners since Trump parted with it, but to help ramp up its value, the car has received some special Trump-related treatment from subsequent owners, such as a unique exterior badge with his name on it."

Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren

Over time, Trump has owned the likes of the Mercedes-owned Maybach limousine and the more recent S600 saloon, according to Goldasz.

"Probably the most intriguing Mercedes which Donald has owned, though, is the SLR McLaren supercar," he said. "It was originally launched back in 2003, back when Mercedes and McLaren Automotive were close partners. The combined efforts of these brands resulted in the creation of a striking two-door grand tourer which boasted 617bhp as standard from a supercharged V8. The only things possibly more striking than that were the car’s Formula 1-esque nose and its big gullwing doors."

LONDON — The first few weeks of January leave most people dreaming of an idyllic beach holiday.

With that in mind, a new report from Post Office Travel Money released today has unearthed the cheapest tourist hotspots in Europe.

To produce the ranking, Post Office Travel Money calculated several expenses for food and drink — including a three-course meal for two with a bottle of wine, a bottle of beer, a filter coffee and a can of Coca-Cola.

It also looked at the cost of beach essentials such as sun cream and insect repellent in more that 40 destinations around the world.

The costs cited in the report were provided by national and regional tourist offices for each area.

From Marmaris to Malta, here are the 12 cheapest holidays for two in Europe, ranked by the price of holiday essentials:

12. Nice, France — £90.95

Meal for two:£65.26

Beer:£3.05

Glass of wine:£3.05

Filter coffee:£1.31

Coca-Cola:£3.05

Suncream:£8.70

11. Sorrento, Italy — £80.06

Meal for two:£56.56

Beer:£2.18

Glass of wine:£2.18

Filter coffee:£1.74

Coca-Cola:£1.74

Suncream:£8.70

10. Porec, Croatia — £68.92

Meal for two:£48.03

Beer:£1.80

Glass of wine:£2.16

Filter coffee:£1.20

Coca-Cola:£1.80

Suncream:£3.87

LONDON — If you love to travel, chances are your destination bucket list is long and overwhelming.

In order to help plan your next trip, we consulted Lonely Planet's "Where to Go When" guide, which acts as a trip planner for every month of the year.

The guide provides 30 recommendations for each month of the year based on unmissable events, as well as which places are cheapest or have the best weather.

We combed through the recommendations to pick the best holiday spot for each calendar month.

From winter in Tasmania to spring in Tobago, scroll down to see where you should be heading every month of the year.

January: Tasmania, Australia

The Australian island of Tasmania is known for its amazing food and breathtaking wilderness. In January, when Tasmia is its warmest and driest, enjoy the walking trails and empty beaches, eat fresh oysters, or look out for white wallabies while on a hike around the iconic Cradle Mountain, pictured above. However, book ahead to avoice hefty accommodation prices.

February: Lapland, Finland

The stunning aurora borealis (northern lights) are visible in February in Lapland, Finland, which sits just north of the Arctic Circle. It takes up 30% of Finland's land area, but only 3% of its population, making it the perfect spot for a wander, or ride on a husky sled, sleigh, or snowmobile, in the icy, snowy wilderness. Polar night — the period of 24-hour darkness — is over, so you might even see reindeer.

March: Tobago

The sister island of Trinidad is full of beautiful beaches and palm trees, like the above Pigeon Point, as well as birds and sea turtles. The inspiration for Daniel Defoe's "Robinson Crusoe," a trip to Tobago in March will deliver great weather, and will also see nesting sea turtles return to the sand to lay their eggs.

LONDON — He visited all 196 countries by the age of 24, covering most countries within five years. Last year, he received a Guinesss World Record for becoming the youngest person in the world to travel to all sovereign countries.

However, for James Asquith, now 28 and working at Deutsche Bank in London, that was never the plan.

"It was never the purpose to race around and hop into every country to tick it off," he told Business Insider. Instead, he got the idea after he began travelling with his father, a pilot for BMI.

"I thought, 'I want to see more,' and eventually decided I wanted to go everywhere," he said.

From an early age, Asquith, who was born in Sussex but has spent most of his life in London, has been saving his money, starting with "hoarding cash and doing little jobs where I could" such as washing neighbourhood cars at age 12 to asking for money instead of presents at birthdays and Christmas.

With "a decent amount of cash saved up" at the age of 18, he took a gap year before starting university to travel to Southeast Asia with friends.

What started as a three month trip sparked an around-the-world tour that lasted five years, leading Asquith to visit Afghanistan during a war and travel by jeep into Somalia.

From getting lucky on the stock market to working in bars and hostels in South America, scroll down to see how Asquith became the youngest person in the world to visit every country.

Meet James Asquith, the 28-year-old London banker who became the youngest person to travel to all 196 countries at the age of 24.

His Instagram account, which he started just over three months ago, already has over 84,000 followers.

Having saved "a decent amount of cash" by the age of 18, Asquith took a gap year to travel with friends before starting university, spurring him to continue travelling around the world.

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"When it started, I remember going to get our backpacks and the guy in the shop saying, 'Get this one, you'll catch the travel bug and it will be durable.' I thought, 'No, it's just going to be a three-month trip.' Two days after I came back I booked my first solo trip and went to Egypt."

Asquith's Dad was also a pilot working for BMI (British Midland International), meaning he got to tag along to destinations he otherwise may not have visited.

"They went direct to Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, Iraq, Kazakhstan – places that were pretty expensive to get to and that I'd normally never have gone to," he said. 

"I started going away with my Dad when I could, or even without him, on these weird route networks. I thought, 'I want to see more,' and eventually thought, 'Now I want to go everywhere.'"