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Palau, the tragic fire spread in minutes. The children tried to save their father.

Giorgio Menna, 38, died in a fire at a house in Barrabisa, possibly triggered by a short circuit. His two young children, who raised the alarm, were rescued.
the drama

San Teodoro, a man falls ill on the beach: rescue efforts are futile.

A 70-year-old man died at La Cinta. Other swimmers and then 118 tried in vain to revive him.
Auto distrutte dopo incidente
Auto distrutte dopo incidente
the accident

A two-car collision in Sassari resulted in traffic disruption and a pharmacy window damaged.

Fear at the intersection of Via dei Mille and Via Sardegna: vehicles destroyed in the crash
the accident

Bultei: Loses control of Panda, crashes into a tree, and dies

Victim Salvatore Antonio Carta, was originally from Esporlatu
the fire

Fear in Tortolì, a large fire near homes: three ignition points found

The fire, in the Is Cogottis neighborhood, was fueled and pushed by strong winds: a helicopter was also on site.
Il Pronto Soccorso di Isili chiuso
Il Pronto Soccorso di Isili chiuso
healthcare

Isili, the Local Health Authority (ASL): "The Emergency Room reopens after the shutdown."

The Company has received further expressions of interest in recruiting other professionals, in collaboration with the Region and Ares.
In Suni

A kilo of drugs and nine thousand euros in cash, young man arrested

The Carabinieri checks focused on two properties owned by a 31-year-old
Carabinieri

High-impact operation in the historic center of Sassari

250 people were identified, and approximately 50 vehicles were checked. A report was filed.
Candida Cogoni con i figli e l'assessora
Candida Cogoni con i figli e l'assessora
the birthday

Quartu has a new centenarian: a big celebration for Grandma Candida

A true Quartese, she reached the milestone of a century of life surrounded by the affection of her children and grandchildren.
the phenomenon

Depopulation: "By 2100, Sardinia's population will drop below 900,000."

Comandini: "We need policies to welcome and include migrants. Other countries see them as great opportunities."
police

Hashish and scales in backpack: 20-year-old arrested in Quartu

He was riding a scooter when he was stopped by officers in Piazza IV Novembre. He was carrying over 50 grams of drugs and cash.
Emanuele Dessì e Giovanni Paolo Fontana nella hall de L'Unione Sarda, a Cagliari
Emanuele Dessì e Giovanni Paolo Fontana nella hall de L'Unione Sarda, a Cagliari
Television

From Morricone to Dreyfus, Emanuele Dessì returns to Rai Storia

The director of L'Unione Sarda will be a columnist for a week on "Il giorno e la Storia."
Una donna con gli abiti a stelle e strisce per la festa dell'indipendenza Usa (Ansa-Epa)
Una donna con gli abiti a stelle e strisce per la festa dell'indipendenza Usa (Ansa-Epa)
United States

Independence Day, Trump attacks: "We must defend ourselves from the communist threat."

The president at Mount Rushmore for the 250th anniversary of US Independence: no reconciliatory tone, and new attacks on immigrants.
Il post pubblicato dalla ministra Eugenia Roccella per ringraziare dell'affetto ricevuto dopo la scomparsa del marito, Luigi Cavallari, disperso nel Lago di Vico 4 luglio 2026 "Sto cercando di rispondere personalmente a ciascuno - scrive la ministra pubblicando una foto che la ritrae di spalle insieme a Cavallari - e so che comprenderete se ci metto un po'. Ma intanto vorrei ringraziare anche attraverso questa pagina tutti coloro che in vario modo in questi giorni difficili mi hanno fatto giungere la propria vicinanza. Un'ondata di affetto che, in un momento per me così tragico e lacerante, mi commuove e mi aiuta ad andare avanti. Grazie". Facebook / Eugenia Roccella +++ ATTENZIONE: L'ANSA NON POSSIEDE I DIRITTI DI QUESTA FOTO CHE NON PUO' ESSERE PUBBLICATA SENZA L'AUTORIZZAZIONE DELLA FONTE DI ORIGINE CUI SI RINVIA +++ NPK +++
Il post pubblicato dalla ministra Eugenia Roccella per ringraziare dell'affetto ricevuto dopo la scomparsa del marito, Luigi Cavallari, disperso nel Lago di Vico 4 luglio 2026 "Sto cercando di rispondere personalmente a ciascuno - scrive la ministra pubblicando una foto che la ritrae di spalle insieme a Cavallari - e so che comprenderete se ci metto un po'. Ma intanto vorrei ringraziare anche attraverso questa pagina tutti coloro che in vario modo in questi giorni difficili mi hanno fatto giungere la propria vicinanza. Un'ondata di affetto che, in un momento per me così tragico e lacerante, mi commuove e mi aiuta ad andare avanti. Grazie". Facebook / Eugenia Roccella +++ ATTENZIONE: L'ANSA NON POSSIEDE I DIRITTI DI QUESTA FOTO CHE NON PUO' ESSERE PUBBLICATA SENZA L'AUTORIZZAZIONE DELLA FONTE DI ORIGINE CUI SI RINVIA +++ NPK +++
on social media

Roccella breaks the silence: "Thank you for the outpouring of affection; this was a tragic and heartbreaking moment for me."

The minister on her Facebook page a week after the dramatic accident in Lake Vico with her husband Luigi Cavallari, still missing
Pino Insegno e Claudio Lotito (Ansa)
Pino Insegno e Claudio Lotito (Ansa)
the case

Controversy over Pino Insegno, the joke against Lotito sparks online backlash. The host: "It was just a joke."

A storm erupted over the words spoken from the stage at the protest against the current management of the Biancoceleste club.
Salento

He dives into the sea to save his two 8-year-old twin children: he brings them back to shore but then dies, struck by an illness.

The victim is a 54-year-old man, he managed to save the children from the mercy of the waves that had pushed them out to sea, then he collapsed on the shoreline
Milan

55-year-old man stabbed in the back and abdomen 20 times by an unknown assailant: life in danger

The motive is unknown, but police have arrested a 22-year-old for attempted murder.
Ambra Angiolini (foto Serena Serrani)
Ambra Angiolini (foto Serena Serrani)
the event

Nora's "The Mysterious Disappearance of W" with Ambra Angiolini postponed to July 11th.

The July 10th date at Lo Quarter in Alghero has been confirmed.
Cagliari al tramonto (foto ufficio stampa)
Cagliari al tramonto (foto ufficio stampa)
the program

"See you at sunset": two days of music and fun at the Bastione Saint Remy.

See you on July 24th and 25th with DJ sets and entertainment. Radiolina will be the event's media partner.
Il trio Aurisanel
Il trio Aurisanel
music

Flutes and bassoons in Sassari for the Conservatory's Wednesdays

The Notturni Contemporanei festival continues in Alghero
mourning

Nuoro mourns Ninni Careddu, a historic figure in the city's sporting history.

Author of books on volleyball and basketball, two sports to which he has dedicated his life
Sanremo Festival host and artistic director Carlo Conti (L) with Italian tv presenter Stefano De Martino (R) on stage 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
Sanremo Festival host and artistic director Carlo Conti (L) with Italian tv presenter Stefano De Martino (R) on stage 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

De Martino to Rai's schedule: "Sanremo? There will be a winner and an artist who will compete in Eurovision."

The next host of the event: "We're working on bringing international guests to the Ariston stage. Vasco? He has the keys."
epa13087156 Azzedine Ounahi of Morocco (C) celebrates with teammates scoring the 2-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match Canada against Morocco, in Houston, USA, 04 July 2026. EPA/SAM WASSON
epa13087156 Azzedine Ounahi of Morocco (C) celebrates with teammates scoring the 2-0 during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match Canada against Morocco, in Houston, USA, 04 July 2026. EPA/SAM WASSON
soccer

World Cup: Morocco beats Canada and advances to the quarterfinals

The North Africans qualified thanks to a brace from Ounahi. Rahimi also scored. The match ended 3-0.
epa13086229 Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli of Italy in the pitlane during the Qualifying for the Formula One British Grand Prix at the Silverstone Circuit racetrack in Silverstone, Britain, 04 July 2026. The 2026 Formula 1 British Grand Prix is held on 05 July. EPA/PETER POWELL / POOL
epa13086229 Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli of Italy in the pitlane during the Qualifying for the Formula One British Grand Prix at the Silverstone Circuit racetrack in Silverstone, Britain, 04 July 2026. The 2026 Formula 1 British Grand Prix is held on 05 July. EPA/PETER POWELL / POOL
Formula One

British GP, Antonelli takes pole. Leclerc's Ferrari finishes second.

Hamilton's other red car is third, ahead of Russell's Mercedes
epa13086300 Flavio Cobolli of Italy in action during his Men's Singles third round match against Karen Khachanov at the Wimbledon Championships in London, Britain, 04 July 2026. EPA/TOLGA AKMEN
epa13086300 Flavio Cobolli of Italy in action during his Men's Singles third round match against Karen Khachanov at the Wimbledon Championships in London, Britain, 04 July 2026. EPA/TOLGA AKMEN
tennis

Wimbledon: Cobolli advances to the round of 16. Paolini also makes the cut.

The Italian defeated Russia's Khachanov despite some physical issues. Jasmine also performed well against Greece's Sakkari.
Nella foto Gianni Cadoni, presidente della FIGC sarda, e Bruno Perra, presidente del CONI Sardegna (foto di Giacomo Pala)
Nella foto Gianni Cadoni, presidente della FIGC sarda, e Bruno Perra, presidente del CONI Sardegna (foto di Giacomo Pala)
the event

The season's stars were honored at the Sardinian football "Gran Galà."

Club and player awards, including four regional honors presented by FIGC President Gianni Cadoni.