3 dead after poll-related violence in southern Philippines

MANILA: At least three people were killed in the restive southern Philippines today as millions turned out to vote for village leaders following months of deadly poll-related violence. Security forces were on high alert across the country as the long-delayed nationwide vote for more than 336,000 council positions got underway.

Philippines among top users of bidets — study

MANILA, Philippines — A study conducted by British bathroom supplies company QS Supplies found that rental accommodations in the Philippines have some of the highest number of bidets in the world. QS Supplies analyzed thousands of listings on travel …