Brussels asks Poland for 'clarifications' about cash-for-visas scandal
"These allegations are very concerning and give rise to questions regarding the compliance with EU law," said a Commission spokesperson on Wednesday afternoon.
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Anti-immigration Polish government engulfed by cash-for-visas scandal as crucial election looms
The stridently anti-immigration Polish government has come under fire for allegations of granting hundreds of thousands of working visas in exchange for bribes.
Search for missing British businesswoman in Philippines
Fears were growing today for a British businesswoman who has gone missing in the Philippines.Friends and family have launched a Facebook appeal to find Carole Day, 56, who was last seen in Manila 12 days ago.The ex-pat, who runs a furniture business, was in the city visiting one of her showrooms before she was due to fly to Thailand on the day she vanished.Mrs Day lives in Hong Kong, where her late husband Richard was a high court judge, with their sons Jai, 25, and Jamie, 21.Jai, an actor, has flown to Manila to help find her. He told the Standard: «We're a very close family — Dad passed away six years ago so it's just the three of us.»My brother and I are very worried. Mum's the kind of person who would phone you three times a day just to see how you are.
Azurin seeks apology from Canadian embassy
MANILA, Philippines — Retired Philippine National Police chief Rodolfo Azurin Jr. is asking the Canadian embassy for a formal letter of apology in response to the recent issues he encountered with immigration officers during his visit to Canada.
AI posibleng gamitin ng BI | Pilipino Star Ngayon
MANILA, Philippines — Pinag-aaralan ngayon ng Bureau of Immigration (BI) ang paggamit ng AI o Artificial Intelligence sa kanilang mga operasyon upang higit na malabanan ang human trafficking at pagpasok ng mga kriminal na dayuhan sa Pilipinas.
'Welcome Kabayan': Regina's Filipino community holds second annual event for newcomers
Newcomers of all backgrounds gathered in Regina for the second annual “Welcome Kabayan” event over the weekend.
PNP chief hands off on Azurin issue
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine National Police chief Gen. Benjamin Acorda Jr. is taking a hands off stand on the issue hounding his predecessor Rodolfo Azurin Jr., who reportedly was held briefly by immigration authorities upon his arrival in Canada.
Azurin intercepted in Canada, DFA confirms
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) confirmed yesterday that former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Gen. Rodolfo Azurin Jr. was intercepted upon his arrival in Canada a few days ago.