25 Random Facts About Divorce and Separation Around the World

11. It is illegal for a couple to get divorced in the Philippines. Annulment is allowed, but it takes years and years and thousands of dollars. Plus, the father is not required to provide for his children.

12. In the United States, 100 divorce cases are lodged every single hour!

13. In 2011, a third of all divorce filings in the United States contained the word ‘Facebook’.

14. A first marriage typically lasts around 8 years.

15. Your Husband or wife leaves you and marries the person they were cheating on you with? Never fear, 75% of them will get divorced!

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