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Michael Jackson’s iconic Thriller jacket heads to auction with a $10 million starting price

An iconic black-and-red leather jacket worn by Michael Jackson in the music video for his landmark hit “Thriller” is set to return to the auction market, with bidding expected to start at $10 million. The jacket will be offered as part of Julien’s Auctions’ Celebrity & Pop......

Morocco welcomes Abu Dhabi declaration on international cooperation against crime

Morocco has welcomed the adoption of the Abu Dhabi Declaration at the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, describing it as a framework for strengthening international cooperation in crime prevention, criminal justice and the rule of law. The declaration was adopted......

Manchester City found guilty in landmark Premier League financial case

Manchester City has been found guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations following a lengthy investigation that has cast a spotlight on the club’s financial conduct over almost a decade. An independent commission concluded that the club breached the league’s......

Morocco signals bid to host a future UN Crime Congress

Morocco has announced its intention to seek the hosting of a future edition of the United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice, using its participation in the 15th UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi to highlight the importance of bringing Africa’s priorities closer to the centre......

Abu Dhabi Declaration calls for coordinated global response to cybercrime

The 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice has placed the rapidly changing nature of cybercrime and technology-enabled criminal activity at the centre of the international debate, with member states adopting the Abu Dhabi Declaration as a framework for stronger cooperation. The......

UN crime prevention and criminal justice congress to bring global experts together in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi is set to host the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice from September 26 to October 1, bringing together ministers, government officials, experts and academics from more than 97 countries. Held under the theme “Protecting People and the Planet and Advancing......

UAE Moroccan Festival 2026 returns to Casablanca with €250,000 feature race

The UAE Moroccan Festival will return to Casablanca on September 19 for its second edition, bringing a full day of international horse racing, equestrian activities and cultural entertainment to the Casa-Anfa Racecourse. Organised by the Société Royale d’Encouragement du Cheval (SOREC)......

ADNOC reports escalating attacks on vessels as Strait of Hormuz security deteriorates

The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has warned that a series of attacks targeting its vessels and personnel is placing growing pressure on its operations, highlighting the mounting security risks facing one of the world's most important energy transit routes. In a statement released on Friday,......

Drone debris from Iranian interceptions strikes buildings across Dubai

Debris from an intercepted Iranian drone struck the facade of Oracle's building at Dubai Internet City early Saturday morning as the Gulf conflict entered its fifth week with no sign of abatement. Dubai's Media Office confirmed the incident in a post on X, describing it as a "minor incident"......