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Philippines increases legal harassment of Rappler

Authorities in the Philippines file five separate tax cases against Rappler, including criminal charges that may allow for the arrest of the site's founder and editor Maria Ressa, pictured. The legal threats are the latest harassment of the site, which is known for its critical coverage of President Rodrigo Duterte. Rappler reporters are barred from covering official presidential events over what Duterte characterizes as their "fake news" reports. The president is leading a tri-pronged attack on the press amid condemnation of some of his policies. (Photo: AFP)

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