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Filipino broadcaster ABS-CBN forced off air

Filipino broadcaster ABS-CBN has been forced off the air by the country’s media regulator after its application to renew its franchise was delayed.

ABS-CBN’s license expired on Monday and, although the broadcaster said it could continue operating while Congress renewed its license, its channels were pulled yesterday (Tuesday).

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