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The investigation

Fake judicial auctions in Cagliari: from municipal employees to masterminds, the names of those under investigation

The victims were lured into the trap with fake deals to purchase luxury villas and cars. The prosecutor's office suspects criminal conspiracy and fraud: a flurry of searches.

Francesco Pinna

the regattas

Cagliari is ready for the America's Cup showcase, Zedda: "Algae? Anyone arguing about it probably lives in the Aosta Valley."

From Sant'Elia to Su Siccu, from Via Roma to the Manifattura: ten open spaces in the city. And the mayor responds to accusations about the presence of seagrass at Poetto: "The mistral wind will take care of it, as it has for millions of years."

Mauro Madeddu

Assalto a un furgone portavalori lungo la variante Aurelia, in carreggiata sud, poco dopo l'uscita di San Vincenzo (Livorno), 28 marzo 2025. Sul posto stanno intervenendo forze dell'ordine e ambulanze. Il traffico è bloccato e ci sarebbe almeno un mezzo a fuoco che ha provocato una densa colonna di fumo visibile a distanza. ANSA/PAOLO BARLETTANI

the process

Armored van robbery on the Aurelia: 147 years and eight months sought for the Sardinian gang.

The defendants accused of planning and executing the March 28, 2025, assault in the Livorno area received a summary trial. The prosecutor approved only one acquittal.

Fabio Ledda

A sinistra la vittima, Monica Montefalcone (Ansa/Sara Pinna)

Saint Vero Milis

Mandriola mourns Monica Montefalcone, who died in the Maldives: "She loved Sardinia; she was at home here for forty years."

Among the victims was his daughter, Giorgia Sommacal. His friend Giannu Lutzu's moving remembrance: "We grew up together."

Sara Pinna

Le due auto coinvolte (foto Vigili del fuoco e foto Serreli)

the accident

Quartu, car overturned on the coast: driver taken to hospital

His life is not in danger, another car was also involved

Antonio Serreli

The alarm

Inmate tampers with cell lock and sets fire to sheets; rescued by prison police

The man had attempted to escape in the last few days

Emanuele Floris

Venetian

Dead for a year, he was found mummified in his home: the tragedy of a Sardinian man in Peschiera del Garda.

His name was Giancarlo Signor and he was 65 years old. The alarm was raised by the owners of the house, who had not heard from him for some time.

the fire

A trail of attacks in Ogliastra; a businessman's SUV goes up in flames in Tortolì.

The incident occurred last night. The vehicle was completely destroyed by fire while parked on Via Baccasara.

Roberto Secci

Rilievi sul tracciato della nuova strada per Burcei

The appeal

New road to Burcei and Provincial Road 21, construction delays: the citizens' committee writes to Mattarella.

"Essential infrastructure for mobility and access to essential services"

Antonio Serreli

the case

The Municipality of Uras is facing dissolution: the Region begins proceedings following the Council of State's ruling.

The affair began on September 30th, after the resignation of the majority of the city councilors

Sara Pinna

L'assemblea dei lavoratori a Portovesme (Ansa)

The assembly

Businesses and workers in crisis, jobs protests resume in Sulcis: "Abandoned by politics."

Strike and demonstrations in Cagliari on the 20th, but the anger could spill over into Rome. The unions: "No response from the ministry."

L'incidente a Ula Tirso (foto vigili del fuoco)

The accident

Ula Tirso, crash on SP11: one woman hospitalized

Rescuers and firefighters on site

Hantavirus, dispositivi di protezione nel corso delle operazioni di sbarco dalla nave Hondius (foto Ansa/Epa)

The indications

Hantavirus, new circular from the ministry: "No infections in Italy, but maximum precautions are required."

The note also requests the Regions to send the list of healthcare facilities equipped with suitable containment measures.

epa12957148 Lebanese army soldiers man a checkpoint in Beirut, Lebanon, 14 May 2026. Lebanese authorities announced that Internal Security Forces (ISF) and the Lebanese army have been mobilized as part of increased security measures to manage stability and protect displaced communities following a wave of internal displacement. According to the Disaster Management Unit of the Lebanese government, as of 14 May 2026, more than 33,125 families have been internally displaced in collective shelters across Lebanon. Since the start of renewed hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, Israeli attacks across Lebanon have killed more than 2,900 people and injured more than 8,825 others. Despite a ceasefire formally established on 17 April, the humanitarian situation remains unstable. EPA/WAEL HAMZEH

Middle East

The US announced another 45 days of truce between Israel and Lebanon. Netanyahu: "Hamas leader killed in Gaza."

New round of talks on June 2-3 in Washington, but tensions remain high.

La giornalista Concita Borrelli durante la puntata della trasmissione Porta a Porta (Ansa - Rai)

the controversy

"Rape is in each of us": Concita Borrelli's comment on Porta a Porta sparks controversy.

"I'll apologize," says the journalist. Vespa will too, and RAI is launching an investigation. The episode was dedicated to the Garlasco case.

Garlasco

Sempio, the ex-girlfriend's testimony: "Three years together, and he was never violent. I have fond memories of him."

The young woman's story on Rai1: "He never spoke to me about Chiara, or about unrequited love, or about trauma."

The comment

Nobel Prize-winning economist Stiglitz: "The U.S. is in deep crisis. Similar to Europe in the 1930s."

Speaking at a conference in Pula: "Many people want to emigrate. This could be a great opportunity for the European Union."

The show

"The Banality of Good," Filippo Giardina on stage in Cagliari

Appointment at the Intrepid Monelli

the initiative

On the Paths of San Giorgio Vescovo: Sunday's Walk from Silius to Ballao

A journey that renews the bond between community and landscape through memory and shared participation.

Severino Sirigu

The Hurricanes - foto promozionale artisti - crediti The Hurricanes - Cousinà

the live

A weekend of concerts at Cousinà in Cagliari, featuring Desueti and The Hurricanes.

On Friday and Saturday the island bands will be live, with guest Ale Rizzu for the trio of the first evening

Enrico Melis Costa

Maria Pinna col sindaco Tore Ghisu (Oggianu)

the finish line

Borore celebrates: Maria Pinna is the town's new centenarian.

The community also celebrated Bittiri Lodde and Luisa Carta, both of whom recently reached the milestone of 101.

Francesco Oggianu

Alcune delle protesi artistiche realizzate

The project

World Cup

Mina heads to the World Cup: he's in Colombia's pre-match squad.

The defender is the first Cagliari player to receive a call-up from his national team

Richard Spignesi

weather forecast

Burrasca di maestrale in arrivo in Sardegna

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ULTIM'ORA

America's Cup: Cagliari showcases its preliminary regattas: the five teams ready for the challenge.