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Cockfighting livestreams thrive in Philippines despite ban and murders

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20-08-2025 14:07 HKT
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Roosters are seen during a cockfight bout at the 2009 World Slasher Cup in Manila January 24, 2009. REUTERS/John Javellana
Roosters are seen during a cockfight bout at the 2009 World Slasher Cup in Manila January 24, 2009. REUTERS/John Javellana

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