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Russian fleet still in front of Sardinia: military aircraft in flight for monitoring

A cargo ship, tanker, and destroyer from Moscow have been off the coast of Ogliastra for over a day: the Navy continues its patrol, and the Guardia di Finanza aircraft is also in the area.
La rotta della nave a est della Sardegna
La rotta della nave a est della Sardegna
Mareggiata a Buggerru
Mareggiata a Buggerru
weather forecast

Rain expected on Friday in Sardinia, with a new storm surge warning: "5-meter waves"

Regional Civil Protection warning for the western and southern coasts
Piero Comandini
Piero Comandini
regional council

Statutory law, Comandini presents the first draft

Hypothesis of introducing a mid-term "coupon" for the Council and direct election of the governor
Il sindaco di Nuoro Emiliano Fenu (Archivio)
Il sindaco di Nuoro Emiliano Fenu (Archivio)
the statements

Nuoro is ready to mobilize against Article 41 bis: "The city is not a penal colony."

Mayor Fenu intervenes on the issue of the transfer of maximum security inmates to Sardinian prisons.
Prelievo multiorgano al Policlinico Duilio Casula (foto ufficio stampa)
Prelievo multiorgano al Policlinico Duilio Casula (foto ufficio stampa)
to the Duilio Casula

Generosity that saves lives: two multi-organ donations to the Monserrato Polyclinic.

The gesture of two Sardinian women gives hope to more patients waiting for a transplant.
L'incendio in via Danimarca (frame da video)
L'incendio in via Danimarca (frame da video)
the fire

Apartment on fire in Quartu: the blaze started in the kitchen

The homeowner herself called for help. Firefighters and emergency medical services were on site.
Carabinieri davanti alla concessionaria di Maninchedda
Carabinieri davanti alla concessionaria di Maninchedda
in court

Maninchedda tells the investigating judge: "Self-defense" after shooting in Predda Niedda.

This is how the suspect justified the attack launched on January 19th against Luca Silanos.
The end

Sassari: Two cars and a scooter set on fire in the historic center: "The fire was probably started deliberately."

The alarm was raised in the early hours of the morning in Via Seminario Vecchio, traces of devil's breath were found on one of the vehicles destroyed by the flames.
Militari a Casa Serena durante il Covid (Archivio)
Militari a Casa Serena durante il Covid (Archivio)
the process

Sassari, 22 deaths at Casa Serena during Covid: trial opens

Two defendants are charged with multiple manslaughter and culpable epidemic.
The blitz

Desulo, sawed-off shotgun hidden in sheepfold: 29-year-old in prison

The weapon, with its serial number scratched off, was found in a bag hidden among leaves, stones and mud.
the theft

Assemini, a 64-year-old man arrested for stealing while serving house arrest.

The man is said to have left his home to go to a shop specializing in building and DIY materials.
Il corso cittadino di Porto Torres (foto Pala)
Il corso cittadino di Porto Torres (foto Pala)
Population decline

Porto Torres, depopulation alarm: 1,100 fewer residents in six years

In just one year, 235 residents were lost
the process

Sassari, man accused of showing a pornographic video to a child: acquittal requested

He's a 48-year-old, and the alleged victim is a neighbor's 10-year-old daughter. The prosecutor is asking for the man's acquittal: "The girl is credible, but reasonable doubt remains."
Il Presidente della Repubblica Sergio Mattarella (foto ANSA)
Il Presidente della Repubblica Sergio Mattarella (foto ANSA)
Olympics

Milan Cortina, Mattarella meets with the athletes: "The first competition is with ourselves."

The President of the Republic at the Olympic Village in Milan for a meeting with the Azzurri
Milano-Cortina (foto Ansa)
Milano-Cortina (foto Ansa)
Milan-Cortina

The Winter Olympics kick off today, with Italy making its curling debut. Russian-led cyberattacks foiled.

Tajani: "Hotels in Cortina are targeted." Alert for Saturday's demonstration in Milan, San Siro area cordoned off ahead of the inauguration.
Ambulanza (foto Ansa)
Ambulanza (foto Ansa)
The tragedy

Lucca: Family killed by carbon monoxide poisoning: father, mother, and two children dead

The tragedy occurred in a house, the three police officers who intervened to provide assistance were also intoxicated.
USA

Tensions ease in Minneapolis as Trump withdraws 700 ICE agents.

There are still 2,000 men left, but the goal is to reduce them further: "Maybe we could use a slightly softer touch."
Il Presidente della Repubblica Sergio Mattarella con Alfredo Mantovano, Sottosegretario di Stato alla Presidenza del Consiglio dei Ministri e Autorità delegata per la Sicurezza della Repubblica, in occasione del centenario dell�Intelligence Italiana, Roma, 15 ottobre 2025 ANSA / Francesco Ammendola - Ufficio per la Stampa e la Comunicazione della Presidenza della Repubblica +++ UFFICIO STAMPA Presidenza della Repubblica +++ FOTO NON IN VENDITA - DA USARE SOLO PER FINI GIORNALISTICI +++ NPK +++
Il Presidente della Repubblica Sergio Mattarella con Alfredo Mantovano, Sottosegretario di Stato alla Presidenza del Consiglio dei Ministri e Autorità delegata per la Sicurezza della Repubblica, in occasione del centenario dell�Intelligence Italiana, Roma, 15 ottobre 2025 ANSA / Francesco Ammendola - Ufficio per la Stampa e la Comunicazione della Presidenza della Repubblica +++ UFFICIO STAMPA Presidenza della Repubblica +++ FOTO NON IN VENDITA - DA USARE SOLO PER FINI GIORNALISTICI +++ NPK +++
Quirinal

Security: Mattarella calls for a halt to criminal sanctions for officers and preventative detention: "These rules must be amended."

The President's comments, government sources: "Excellent discussions." The decree will be presented to the Council of Ministers on Thursday.
the show

Mauro Porcu's "The Museum of Errors" will be held at Yaqqu in Cagliari on Friday.

A hilarious traveling exhibition on the mistakes (and horrors) committed by Italian voice actors.
A book to discover

We're all a little (a lot) anxious

A comic to manage anxiety and…live better
Alessia Mureddu il giorno della partenza
Alessia Mureddu il giorno della partenza
the project

Macomer, the winner of the Nino Carrus Award flies to Sierra Leone.

The 22-year-old will participate in a humanitarian mission with the Saverians
live

MoonFoongo arrives at Jazzino in Cagliari

The alternative R&B of the duo born in 2023 will take to the stage, including festivals and their original repertoire.
I difensori Baldi e Zanandrea (foto G. Marras)
I difensori Baldi e Zanandrea (foto G. Marras)
series c

Torres prepares for the match against Juventus Next Gen

Coach Greco: "Sorrentino and Baldi have integrated well, we'll evaluate Luciani."
La consegna della maglia l'anno scorso (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
La consegna della maglia l'anno scorso (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
the anniversary

Torres: Honorary President Guido Garrucciu turns 96

A historic rossoblù memory and superfan who has always been close to the team
Il coach Veljko Mrsic (foto G. Marras)
Il coach Veljko Mrsic (foto G. Marras)
the challenge

Basketball: Dinamo is considering a trip to Udine

Coach Mrsic announces: "I think Johnson will be ready for Sunday."
Il direttore sportivo del Cagliari Guido Angelozzi (foto Pilia)
Il direttore sportivo del Cagliari Guido Angelozzi (foto Pilia)
the interview

Luperto, a painful transfer

Cagliari sporting director Angelozzi takes stock of the transfer market: "If I made a mistake, time will tell."
In Parlamento
La consegna delle firme in Consiglio regionale per la Pratobello 24 (Archivio)
La consegna delle firme in Consiglio regionale per la Pratobello 24 (Archivio)

Wind farm attack: protests return to the streets

On February 6th, a sit-in took place in front of the regional government building in Cagliari: "The Todde administration must take action against speculation."
Insularità
Neil Maden (foto concessa)
Neil Maden (foto concessa)

The future of creativity and AI: a debate at the former Cagliari factory

International expert Neil Maiden will be a guest at a conference on design and innovation.