Sandiganbayan orders seizure of Zaldy Co’s properties | The wRap

Here are today’s headlines – the latest news in the Philippines and around the world:

• Sandiganbayan orders seizure of Zaldy Co’s 16 properties

The anti-graft court Sandiganbayan orders the seizure of 16 properties of resigned lawmaker Zaldy Co, with an estimated value of over P215 million.  

• Gov’t warns vs profiteering, excessive pump prices amid Middle East conflict

The Energy Department and several government officials warn gas stations against prematurely raising fuel prices amid heightened tensions in the Middle East.

• Senator Jinggoy Estrada asks an athlete if she has a Filipino boyfriend. 
• The internet is not amused.

Senator Jinggoy Estrada makes an inappropriate comment during a Senate hearing and people on social media are not amused.

• Iran names Khamenei’s hardline son Mojtaba as new supreme leader, oil surges

Iran on Monday, March 9, names Mojtaba Khamenei as the next supreme leader, succeeding his father, Ali Khamenei.

• Alex Eala reaches round of 16 in Indian Wells as Coco Gauff retires

Filipina tennis star Alex Eala advances to the round of 16 of the Indian Wells Open in California after her opponent World no.4 Coco Gauff retired from their match. -Rappler.com