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ULTIM'ORA

Tehran confirms: "Khamenei killed." A new wave of attacks on Iran, missiles on Israel and the Gulf countries.

More than 200 deaths, including dozens of girls. Moscow and Beijing condemn the situation. Guterres tells the UN Security Council: "There's a risk of an uncontrollable chain of events."
Attacco di Usa e Israele all'Iran, morto Khamenei
Attacco di Usa e Israele all'Iran, morto Khamenei
La residenza della Guida Suprema dell'Iran Alì Khamenei distrutta negli attacchi israeliani
La residenza della Guida Suprema dell'Iran Alì Khamenei distrutta negli attacchi israeliani
The war

The Assault on the Headquarters, His Wishes After His Death: Khamenei's Final Hours

Iran's Supreme Leader feared being killed and had prepared for the aftermath by looking to Larijani
Polizia (foto Ansa)
Polizia (foto Ansa)
The accident

Quartu, car crashes off road during night: one dead

A dramatic crash occurred on Via Marco Polo, with the victim being a man in his fifties.
Missili su Dubai (foto da X)
Missili su Dubai (foto da X)
THE STORIES

A night of terror for Italians stranded in Doha and Dubai: "Missiles overhead, alarms sounding continuously."

Drones also hit the Burj al-Arab, the iconic luxury hotel. Sardinians' testimonies: "Little information from local authorities, no news on the possibility of returning home."
Italian singer Sal Da Vinci poses with the prize on stage after winning the top prize at the Ariston theatre during the 76th edition of the Sanremo Italian Song Festival, in Sanremo, Italy, 28 February 2026. The music festival will run from 24 to 28 February 2026. ANSA/ETTORE FERRARI
Italian singer Sal Da Vinci poses with the prize on stage after winning the top prize at the Ariston theatre during the 76th edition of the Sanremo Italian Song Festival, in Sanremo, Italy, 28 February 2026. The music festival will run from 24 to 28 February 2026. ANSA/ETTORE FERRARI
the festival

Sanremo, Sal Da Vinci wins: Sayf takes second, and Ditonellapiaga third. Stefano De Martino will take the helm next year.

The Neapolitan artist swept away the competition with "Per sempre sì." Arisa came in fourth, followed by the big favorites Fedez and Masini.
(foto Google Maps)
(foto Google Maps)
the accident

Cagliari, accident on Highway 554: lane closed and two injured

A crash occurred near the Department of Motor Vehicles: a man and a woman on a motorbike were rescued with yellow code.
"I Lago dei cigni" in scena al Lirico
"I Lago dei cigni" in scena al Lirico
the foundation

The Cagliari Opera House approves its budget, which auditors rejected: "Financial stability at risk."

The document includes a forecast of millions of dollars in revenue "not supported by adequate evidence" to justify it. Truzzu (FdI) to Todde: "Do you intend to intervene?"
Un'aula universitaria (Ansa)
Un'aula universitaria (Ansa)
the analysis

Graduates between 25 and 49 years old, Sardinia at the bottom of the ranking

Confindustria study: half a billion euros of untapped potential every year
L'ospedale di Tempio
L'ospedale di Tempio
The disservice

"There's no room in the mortuary. Take your loved one's body home."

It happened at Tempio hospital, the relatives of an elderly woman who died are in disbelief.
the memory

Killed during a chase: Quartu remembers police officers Fracasso and Spolitu 50 years after the tragedy.

In February 1976, the very young officers lost their lives on the job. Today, in that fateful place, there is a square named after them.
Operazione dei carabinieri a Iglesias
Operazione dei carabinieri a Iglesias
the operation

Two arrests after raid on drug dealing house in Iglesias

A thirty-eight year old and a twenty-five year old were arrested: one tried to get rid of cocaine and money by throwing them out of the window, but the police were also under
Elena Scanu
Elena Scanu
the drama

Elena Scanu dies at 49 after being mistaken for pharyngitis.

The hairdresser's condition worsened until she died: she passed away after being admitted, unfortunately in vain, to the Fatebenefratelli hospital.
Fiale di vaccino contro il Covid (Ansa)
Fiale di vaccino contro il Covid (Ansa)
the decision

Died after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Judge orders prosecutors to investigate the campaign's organization.

The Prosecutor's Office's request to close the case regarding the death of a thirty-two-year-old woman after receiving the AstraZeneca vaccine has been rejected.
Giorgia Meloni
Giorgia Meloni
The interview

Referendum, Meloni: "Yes will win, otherwise it would be a shame."

The Prime Minister: "Ridiculous apocalyptic tones from those who want nothing to change in Italy."
La montagna di peluche per il piccolo Domenico davanti all'ospedale Monaldi di Napoli (Ansa)
La montagna di peluche per il piccolo Domenico davanti all'ospedale Monaldi di Napoli (Ansa)
the investigation

A transplant baby dies in Naples. The family's lawyer says he's not impartial. We're challenging one of the three experts.

The lawyer for little Domenico's parents: "One of the professors has already expressed a public opinion and is co-author of a publication with one of the suspects."
Inquirenti all'esterno dell'abitazione dove è stato commesso l'omicidio (Ansa)
Inquirenti all'esterno dell'abitazione dove è stato commesso l'omicidio (Ansa)
the investigations

Thirty-three-year-old killed in Florence, breakthrough overnight: three arrests

Those injured in the knife fight that cost Gabriele Citrano his life are in prison: debt collection was likely the culprit.
L'ardia di Sedilo
L'ardia di Sedilo
the names

Sedilo, Danilo Pes and Davide Muscau possible race leaders for the Ardia on horseback and on foot

No one is going out on a limb about the identity of the chosen ones, but some knights are more favored than others.
Zio Domenichino con il sindaco e i familiari (foto concessa)
Zio Domenichino con il sindaco e i familiari (foto concessa)
the finish line

Bono's Celebration: Uncle Domenichino Joins the Centenarian Club

A hard worker and always devoted to his family, he celebrated in the company of his relatives and Mayor Solinas
Due esemplari di Rhizotrogus ruzzantei (foto concessa)
Due esemplari di Rhizotrogus ruzzantei (foto concessa)
the research

Lower Sulcis, a treasure trove of biodiversity: a new beetle species discovered

It was identified by Sardinian entomologists Erika Bazzato and Davide Cillo together with Guido Sabatinelli of the Natural History Museum of Geneva
Padre Paolo Contini
Padre Paolo Contini
the works

Abbasanta: The parish church of Santa Caterina reopens for worship.

The faithful return after a period of closure for the safety of the building.
Uno degli eventi a Sennori (foto concessa)
Uno degli eventi a Sennori (foto concessa)
the review

Music, food, and wine: "Sundays at 5" returns to Sennori.

Artists, writers and musicians will be on stage, accompanied by tastings of local products.
Marco Bezzecchi (foto Ansa/Epa)
Marco Bezzecchi (foto Ansa/Epa)
The race

MotoGP: Marco Bezzecchi wins the Thailand GP

Acosta took second and Fernandez third in the first race of the new season. Marc Marquez suffered a puncture and crashed out.
Monika Naczk, playmaker della Virtus Cagliari
Monika Naczk, playmaker della Virtus Cagliari
the defeat

Basketball: Virtus Cagliari slips in Viterbo

The match was decided by the excellent performance of former player Arianna Puggioni, who made some important three-pointers, and by the concreteness of Maria Myklebust
Liviero lotta su un pallone davanti al tecnico Greco (foto ufficio stampa Forlì)
Liviero lotta su un pallone davanti al tecnico Greco (foto ufficio stampa Forlì)
series c

A dull Torres is beaten 2-0 in Forlì

The match was ruined in the first half by a mistake from goalkeeper Zaccagno
Un'immagine del derby di andata vinto dall'Olbia 3-2 (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)
Un'immagine del derby di andata vinto dall'Olbia 3-2 (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)
soccer

A desperate Olbia awaits Budoni: the Gallura derby takes place at the Nespoli stadium.

Important points are up for grabs for survival between two teams in crisis
In Parlamento
Autovelox (Ansa)
Autovelox (Ansa)

Speed cameras: what's happening in Italy?

This is why thousands of speed detection devices are at risk of being switched off in May.
Insularità
Alimenti tipici della dieta mediterranea (Archivio)
Alimenti tipici della dieta mediterranea (Archivio)

The five most common mistakes at the table

Nutritionist's advice for an ideal, healthy and balanced meal