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Eleven-year-old boy abused by gang in Cagliari, video posted on social media: five minors under investigation

Carabinieri searches: the children face numerous charges, including sexual abuse, stalking, and domestic violence. Those who shared the images are also at risk.
Via Brigata Sassari (G. Da.)
Via Brigata Sassari (G. Da.)
the complaint

Quartu, alarm raised near Piazza Sant'Elena: "They were being chased by a man on a bicycle."

At least two women report being followed by a young man "for quite a long distance." The appeal: "Be on your guard."
the investigation

Telegram groups sharing child pornography files: one arrest and one complaint filed in Cagliari.

Police launched a major operation to disrupt a criminal network. Investigations are underway throughout Italy, including in Sardinia.
La camera ardente di Pietrino Soddu, nel riquadro
La camera ardente di Pietrino Soddu, nel riquadro
the greeting

Sassari, crowd at the funeral home for Pietrino Soddu

Many people paid homage to the politician who, over the years, held the position of President of the Sardinia Region 7 times as well as being a member of Parliament from 1983 to 1994.
the alarm

Diesel prices are close to €2.30 per liter on the island. Codacons: "There's a risk of further price increases despite the discount."

The government extends the excise tax cut until October 5th. But consumer associations say it's "not enough." Self-service prices in Sardinia are among the highest in Italy.
the alarm

Muravera: A suspected explosive device also found in Colostrai.

Yet another possible bomb discovered along the Serrabus coast.
the controls

Cagliari: Tunisian man caught with drugs and cash on expulsion order: arrested and transferred to the CPR.

He was not allowed to stay in the city, the police stopped him with hashish and cocaine: repatriation procedures have begun.
weather forecast

Thunderstorm warning in half of Sardinia

Regional Civil Protection warning: phenomena expected from this afternoon
Battistina Piras insieme al sindaco Alfredo Cannas
Battistina Piras insieme al sindaco Alfredo Cannas
the finish line

Osini, grandmother Battistina turns 107: "Enough wars!"

She's the longest-lived woman in Ogliastra: "Only God knows how I got here." She applies cream every day "because it makes me more beautiful. I still go to the beautician."
the inconvenience

A truck loses its load, covering the Sassari-Olbia road with grapes: firefighters must intervene.

Road made dangerous by the large amount of grapes on the asphalt
Carloforte vista dal drone
Carloforte vista dal drone
The project

Carloforte is focusing on more accessible tourism: "New experiences on San Pietro Island"

The synergy between the municipal administration and the World4All startup
Chiusure in varie ale della Gallerie degli Uffizi a Firenze, 3 aprile 2026. ANSA/CLAUDIO GIOVANNINI
Chiusure in varie ale della Gallerie degli Uffizi a Firenze, 3 aprile 2026. ANSA/CLAUDIO GIOVANNINI
the bad weather

A water bomb in Florence leaked into the Uffizi Gallery, raining on the display case of Caravaggio's Bacchus.

Water entered under a skylight in the room that houses seven 17th-century paintings, fortunately there was no damage.
Mario Venditti, ex procuratore di Pavia, arriva al tribunale di Brescia, 18 maggio 2026. Ansa Filippo Venezia
Mario Venditti, ex procuratore di Pavia, arriva al tribunale di Brescia, 18 maggio 2026. Ansa Filippo Venezia
Pavia

Garlasco case: corruption charges against former prosecutor Venditti dismissed

He was suspected of having received money to help Andrea Sempio close the 2017 investigation.
Ursula von der Leyen (foto Ansa/Epa)
Ursula von der Leyen (foto Ansa/Epa)
The provision

The EU approves the "Kids Act": "Social media ban for children under 13."

Ages 13 to 15 require parental control, with 15 being the minimum age for a standalone account.
Gaza, crolla un palazzo: ricerche in corso (foto Ansa/Epa)
Gaza, crolla un palazzo: ricerche in corso (foto Ansa/Epa)
The tragedy

Gaza massacre: building collapses, many children among the victims

Dozens dead and hundreds trapped, the building was unsafe after the raids
Sam Altman Open Ai
Sam Altman Open Ai
the alarm

OpenAI: "Six new cases of worrying AI model behavior"

Sam Altman's game giant has detected new anomalies. And it announces: "We will be adopting a new system for reporting problems in testing."
the event

Cabras, all set for the "Bottarga Festival"

Here are the chefs who will be sharing their cuisine with the queen of the country.
La scultura
La scultura
the work

From Melette to Sardinia, the Sassari infantryman is reborn in iron

The artist from Foza Paolo “Paolino” Lunardi gave new life to those metal fragments
lifestyle

Fall shopping? Start in your closet: less shopping, more creativity.

With the change of season comes the time to tidy up: rediscover your clothes, eliminate the superfluous and create new combinations
Ed Sheeran e Macklemore (Ansa)
Ed Sheeran e Macklemore (Ansa)
the storm

"Censorship against pro-PAL": Ed Sheeran "abandoned" by artists after the Macklemore case

The famous Seattle rapper has been excluded from the next eight US dates for chanting the slogan "Free Palestine."
the appointment

Sixty years of the Cineteca Sarda, with the "Nara" digital archive

The new platform will be presented at the Fondazione di Sardegna on Friday.
Kosta Runjaic (Ansa)
Kosta Runjaic (Ansa)
series a

Udinese face a defensive emergency against Cagliari.

A long list of players is unavailable ahead of Saturday afternoon's match.
Nicola Grandu
Nicola Grandu
Serie A

"A bond with his homeland": Nicola Grandu and Cagliari together until 2029.

From the youth ranks to Pisacane's first team: the tale of the Sardinian talent who has renewed his contract with the Rossoblu with an option for 2030.
the event

Surfing, anticipation for the Italian Shortboard and Bodyboard Championships

Marinedda beach, on Isola Rossa, still hosts the Italian flag event.
In Parlamento
Evgenii & Karina Gerasimovi
Evgenii & Karina Gerasimovi

Hydrogen, technologies, and skills for the energy of the future: Sardegna Ricerche courses for businesses begin

The program will conclude with a professional certification from RINA, one of the national leaders in the sector. Training will take place at the Macchiareddu Training Center.
Insularità

Lega: "Security alert in Cagliari, more soldiers needed on the streets."

Alessandra Zedda: "We will ask Parliament for a strengthening of its position. We hope the majority will support us."