Lawmakers vote to shut down Philippines' largest TV network
By JIM GOMEZ, Associated Press MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine lawmakers voted Friday to reject the license renewal of the country's largest TV network, shutting down a major news provider that had been repeatedly threatened by the president over its critical coverage. The House of Representatives' Committee on Franchises voted 70-11 to reject a new 25-year license for ABS-CBN Corp. The National