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ULTIM'ORA

Flights continue to experience delays and disruptions. The UIL union: "Immediate action is needed to protect passengers."

The union reports new problems with travel to and from Sardinia: "Cancellations and changes are compromising citizens' right to mobility."
L'aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas "Mario Mameli"
L'aeroporto di Cagliari-Elmas "Mario Mameli"
Il Consiglio regionale e, nel tondo, Paolo Truzzu (L'Unione Sarda)
Il Consiglio regionale e, nel tondo, Paolo Truzzu (L'Unione Sarda)
regional council

A €750 million budget stalls, Truzzu: "A disgrace that's been going on for six months."

The FdI group leader: "Announced in February, it's still being delayed due to internal disputes within Campo Largo."
the controversy

Training courses for young Sardinians for the Army: the councilor is furious after criticism.

Sardinia calls Sardinia: "Why don't we focus on healthcare?" The Five Star Movement member's venomous response: "There's a fake, carefully crafted video going around. But I'm putting my face on it." Her response: "It's sidestepping the issue."
The survey

Mayoral approval ratings: Zedda rises and moves to the top of the list

Cagliari's mayor is fourth in Italy, while support for Mascia (Sassari) is also rising. All his other colleagues from Sardinia's capital cities are losing support. Among governors, Todde is fourteenth but gaining ground.
Il post di Donald Trump su Truth (foto Truth)
Il post di Donald Trump su Truth (foto Truth)
the clash

Trump and the meme about Meloni: "We need a restraining order." Tajani: "These words speak for themselves."

The attack comes on the eve of the delicate Ankara summit: Europe must demonstrate to the US that it is ready to increase its defense investments.
environment

Smoke, blockages, and other anomalies: "Saras has reported 19 incidents to the City Council in two months."

The Sarroch civic committee: "It wasn't the citizens' perception. But what did the administration do?"
the fire

Flames in the protected area of the Platamona Pond, in Sorso

A Forestry Corps helicopter also intervened on site, taking off from Bosa
the announcement

The emergency room at Isili Hospital reopens.

Local Health Authority (ASL): Service reactivated after Saturday's closure caused by a sudden shortage of doctors.
Carabinieri (foto Ansa)
Carabinieri (foto Ansa)
the arrest

Sorso, walks around the town waving a stick and hits the police

A 49-year-old local man was arrested: he was injured, probably from a previous fight.
La Polizia municipale in via dei Partigiani a Pirri (L'Unione Sarda)
La Polizia municipale in via dei Partigiani a Pirri (L'Unione Sarda)
Cagliari

Security and territorial control: Local police presence returns to Pirri.

A help desk is being activated to receive requests, reports and needs of citizens
Carabinieri (foto Cc)
Carabinieri (foto Cc)
the drug

Sedini arrested for 730 grams of marijuana hidden in container

The Carabinieri of Valledoria discovered them during some checks
Il nido di Caretta caretta a Colostrai (foto Agus)
Il nido di Caretta caretta a Colostrai (foto Agus)
the discovery

Muravera, Colostrai hosts the first Caretta caretta nest of 2026.

It was reported by a swimmer who noticed the tracks left by the turtle on the sand
the controversy

Rome, a horse from the carriages collapses: "Enough with this incivility!"

The images published by animal rights activists were relaunched by journalist Francesca Fagnani, who calls Mayor Roberto Gualtieri into question.
Il principe Harry (foto Ansa)
Il principe Harry (foto Ansa)
the royal family

First yes, then no: Harry's invitation to Buckingham Palace is cancelled, the peace with the king is already over.

The prince had accepted his father's invitation to stay at the Palace during his visit to the United Kingdom, but the Royal Household withdrew the offer due to "short notice." The Duke of Sussex: "Disappointing."
Il principe Harry (foto Ansa)
Il principe Harry (foto Ansa)
United Kingdom

Royal Family, thaw between Harry and Charles: the prince will be the king's guest at Buckingham Palace.

Signs of reconciliation at the Windsor house: the meeting scheduled during tomorrow's visit to London: "She accepted her father's invitation."
Il sindaco di Olbia Settimo Nizzi annuncia il concerto di Ultimo
Il sindaco di Olbia Settimo Nizzi annuncia il concerto di Ultimo
music

Last, after the record-breaking live concert in Olbia

Mayor Nizzi: "We're proud to announce it." The appointment is July 24, 2027.
Panorama di Nuoro
Panorama di Nuoro
the event

Choral Pop brings music to the heart of Nuoro

Choirs and bands will be the protagonists on Corso Garibaldi on Thursday
Roberto Poletti e Francesca Barra (foto Ansa)
Roberto Poletti e Francesca Barra (foto Ansa)
television

Francesca Barra leaves "4 di Sera Weekend": "My family needs me."

The journalist interrupts her broadcast early, announcing live: "There are times when it's right to stop." Roberto Poletti: "It's just goodbye."
Il cantante Ultimo durante il concerto 'La Favola Per Sempre di Ultimo' a Tor Vergata, Roma, 04 luglio 2026. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
Il cantante Ultimo durante il concerto 'La Favola Per Sempre di Ultimo' a Tor Vergata, Roma, 04 luglio 2026. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
music

Lastly, the record-breaking live performance: audience, box office, and numbers from the Tor Vergata concert.

Over three hours of music, a monumental stage, and a revenue of almost 90 million for the capital.
the event

Burcei, mountain flavors and traditions: the "Shepherd's Festival" is underway.

A large crowd is expected in town. Also on the program is a murra tournament in memory of Antonio Cabanu.
world championships

Trump's phone call to Infantino, followed by the reversal of Balogun's suspension, sparks controversy.

The Belgian Federation has vehemently protested. Belgium faces the United States this evening, where their top scorer will be on the pitch. UEFA slams FIFA: "A red line has been crossed."
epa13089891 Erling Haaland of Norway reacts after missing a chance during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match Brazil against Norway, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA, 05 July 2026. EPA/OLGA FEDOROVA
epa13089891 Erling Haaland of Norway reacts after missing a chance during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match Brazil against Norway, in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA, 05 July 2026. EPA/OLGA FEDOROVA
World Cup

Brazil vs. Norway: Haaland unstoppable, scoring a brace to secure a 2-1 win for the Scandinavians in the quarter-finals.

Neymar's penalty wasn't enough: the five-time world champions exited the tournament in the round of 16 for the first time since 1990.
Folarin Balogun (foto Ansa/Epa)
Folarin Balogun (foto Ansa/Epa)
The decision

FIFA's World Cup surprise: Balogun's suspension lifted, Trump thanks

Article 27 of the Disciplinary Code, which provides for the suspension of the sanction, has been applied: the American centre-forward will be able to play against Belgium
Larissa Iapichino (foto ansa)
Larissa Iapichino (foto ansa)
Athletics

Larissa Iapichino surpasses her mother Fiona May with a 7.12m jump, setting a new Italian record.

The record had stood since '98, and the almost 24-year-old Florentine needed just one more centimeter. Leonardo Fabbri wins the shot put.
In Parlamento

Trump and Putin “Domini Mundi”?

From the NATO summit talks in Türkiye: the Ukrainian conflict enters a new diplomatic phase, while Europe appears increasingly divided and lacking real strategic autonomy
Insularità

Sardinia's construction sector drives the economy and employment.

Fillea CGIL: The sector accounts for 31% of the island's added value, and 15,000 jobs have been created since 2019. "But more needs to be done on green policies and undeclared work."