Daily roundup: Gunman takes dozens hostage in popular Manila shopping mall - and other top stories today

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1. Gunman takes dozens hostage in popular Manila shopping mall

A gunman is holding dozens hostage at a popular shopping mall in a city east of Manila on Monday (March 2)... » READ MORE

2. COE renewal after 10 years: Should you even bother?

Singapore is probably the only country in the world where cars are so expensive that owning a Toyota Altis can be considered a luxury. If that wasn't bad enough, your car will be de-registered after 10 years... » READ MORE

3. 3 die after dry ice stunt at Russian Instagram star's pool party goes awry

Three people have died at a Moscow birthday party after around 30kg of dry ice meant to create special effects was tipped into a pool... » READ MORE

4. 'I have no intention to be rewarded': Grab driver says after giving free ride to passenger whose father died

Most Grab drivers take us to our destinations. Some go the extra mile. One Grab driver is being praised for making a difficult day just a little better for one rider... » READ MORE