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1. BBC at scene where Russian general was shot in Moscow

   Russia editor Steve Rosenberg reports from the outskirts of the Russian capital, where Lt Gen Vladimir Alexeyev was shot and wounded.

2. Flood warnings in effect across UK as relentless rain continues

   As the rain continues to fall, numerous flood warnings have been issued with the Environment Agency advising that river levels will continue to rise, as Helen Willetts explains.

3. Coin portrait of late Queen draws criticism in Australia

   The Royal Australian Mint has defended the design of the coins, which mark 100 years since Queen Elizabeth II's birth.

4. Your simple guide to the Winter Olympics

   The Winter Olympics opening ceremony takes place on Friday, and for the 16 days that follow many eyes of sport lovers worldwide will be focused on the Milan-Cortina Games.

5. Sir Elton calls press intrusion into his baby son 'truly sickening'

   The musician says his privacy was breached in relation to health issues and the birth of his son.

6. Graham Norton joins star cast of Taylor Swift's new video

   The video for Opalite was inspired by Norton's chat show, after Swift appeared on the sofa last year.

7. Iranian foreign minister says US talks in Oman a 'good beginning'

   Abbas Aragchi says there will be consultations, after hours of talks end in Muscat, which both sides entered with significantly different positions.

8. More than 30 killed in blast at Pakistan mosque, officials say

   Almost 170 were injured in the explosion, which took place during Friday prayers in the capital Islamabad.

9. Mariah Carey and more curling - guide to Friday's action

   What's happening and who to look out for at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

10. Spanish skater given Minions music permission

    After days of legal wrangling and online outcry, the Minion - Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate - will skate in Milan after all.