Robin Padilla sued for obstruction of justice in Bato dela Rosa’s escape | The wRap

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

• Robin Padilla faces obstruction of justice complaint over Bato’s escape

The Department of Justice confirms it received the obstruction of justice complaint against Senator Robin Padilla from the Philippine National Police. PNP-CIDG says Dela Rosa did not simply hitch a ride on Padilla’s vehicle.

• Estrada, Bonoan charged with plunder, graft over flood control scam

Senator Jinggoy Estrada faces a new set of cases of plunder and graft over his alleged involvement in the flood control corruption scandal. This is the third time he has been slapped with a plunder charge.

• Zubiri on why he joined Senate minority: 4 traitors in majority

Senator Migz Zubiri says being ‘betrayed’ twice by members of the majority factored in his decision to join the minority. He says the betrayal came from Senators Bato dela Rosa, Bong Go, Imee Marcos, and Robin Padilla.

• Marcos declares Naga as highly urbanized city

Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo announces her city has been declared a highly urbanized city. Naga is the 34th city in the Philippines to be recognized with an HUC status, signaling its sustained economic growth and institutional development.

• Alex Eala leads Filipinos featured on Forbes’ ‘30 Under 30 Asia’ list

Tennis star Alex Eala joins other Filipinos in Forbes Magazine’s latest ‘30 Under 30 Asia’ list. She headlines the Sports and Entertainment category after making it into the Women’s Tennis Association’s Top 30 rankings. – Rappler.com