The artist started by creating 50 clay models from photos and drawings taken at Wollaton Hall. From the models she produced the moulds to make the insects.

 A dozen giant panda cubs lie in a crib at China's breeding research base in Chengdu, Sichuan province.

 Models present creations by designer Anthony Vaccarello at a fashion show in Paris.

Engineers abseil from the top of the Washington Monument for a closer inspection of damage from last month's earthquake. The inspection is expected to last for five days. The National Park Service says the 555ft (169m) monument will remain closed indefinitely to visitors.