Malaysia outlaws 'fake news'; sets jail of up to six years

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Malaysia on Monday approved a law against "fake news" that would allow for prison of up to six years for offenders, shrugging off critics who say it was aimed at curbing dissent and free speech ahead of a general election.

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