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Mattarella in Nuoro: "Appreciation and gratitude for Sardinia's cultural richness."

The President of the Republic will be on the island for the centenary of the Nobel Prize awarded to Grazia Deledda.
bad weather

Weather warning in Sardinia until Sunday morning

Hydraulic and hydrogeological risk in various areas of the island, including Campidano
Sartiglia, per i cavalieri arrivano le autocertificazioni sull’assenza di precedenti penali
Sartiglia, per i cavalieri arrivano le autocertificazioni sull’assenza di precedenti penali
Oristano

Sartiglia promises to be a record-breaking edition: grandstands and hotels are sold out.

"All safety standards have been met," explains the Foundation's president after the controversy over the Abodi decree.
Il materiale sequestrato
Il materiale sequestrato
the blitz

Oschiri, major investigation into war arsenal for raids on armored vehicles: one arrest

The weapons and ammunition were found in a building owned by 36-year-old Luigi Masia. The investigation could soon involve other individuals with different and more senior roles.
the alarm

Sardinia in the grip of severe weather: over a thousand firefighters responded.

Around six hundred units are deployed every day to deal with the emergency
the drama

Riccardo Ferrarelli dies in Nuoro, prosecution says: "General practitioners face unsustainable workloads."

The Italian Doctors' Union of Sardinia addresses the tragedy of recent days: "Now is the time for mourning, but the time for answers must come."
Carabinieri

A burglary at the home of a 90-year-old woman in Sant'Antioco: two young men arrested, along with a minor.

The alarm was raised by a neighbor's report. The pensioner, who was asleep, didn't notice anything.
finance in action

Olbia: Six arrested for drug trafficking conspiracy

Drugs for sale found on the dark web. 1.5 kg of drugs, guns, and €65,000 in cash were seized.
(foto carabinieri)
(foto carabinieri)
the intervention

Carbonia: Man sets his dog on police officers during a checkpoint and is arrested.

A 34-year-old man was in trouble. The officers had intervened at his home to quell a violent argument with his partner.
Il Comune di Cabras (Foto Sara Pinna)
Il Comune di Cabras (Foto Sara Pinna)
the controversy

Cabras, a heated exchange over food for the poor donated at Christmas but never delivered.

Councilor Celletti admits the mistake but asks Councilor Manca how he was able to access the food bank "which is located in a secure room."
Il presidente della Commissione Sanità Christian Mulas
Il presidente della Commissione Sanità Christian Mulas
the debate

The Serd at Alghero's Marino Hospital? The President of the Health Commission: "It will cause disruption."

A debate erupts over the transfer, albeit temporary, of the service. Mulas: "It won't guarantee hospitality and privacy."
Il campo Mariotti
Il campo Mariotti
the project

Alghero: €270,000 coming for the Mariotti Field's revitalization.

Two grants for the facility's upgrade and maintenance. Di Nolfo: "We're restoring the city's football temple."
(foto Corpo Forestale)
(foto Corpo Forestale)
the searches

Anti-poaching operation in the Cagliari area: two arrested, drugs and €28,000 seized.

The Forestry Corps operation involved the territories of Sarroch, Pula and Villa San Pietro
Un tabellone, immagine simbolo (Ansa)
Un tabellone, immagine simbolo (Ansa)
investigations underway

More sabotage on the high-speed train: hours-long delays on the Rome-Naples and Rome-Florence lines. Salvini calls them "criminal acts."

Two acts of arson were detected, one of which is currently under investigation. RFI: "The cables controlling train traffic were burned."
(foto Ansa)
(foto Ansa)
Arezzo

They shoot in the air to make the thieves flee: they escape, then a criminal gets impaled on the gate and bleeds to death

Tragedy occurred during the night, the injured criminal was abandoned in the countryside by his accomplices
Matteo Salvini (foto Ansa)
Matteo Salvini (foto Ansa)
The protest

Air transport strike postponed until February 26

The decision follows the standoff with the Guarantor and Minister Salvini.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (R) and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (L) arrive for a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) in Munich, Germany, February 13, 2026. (Photo by Alex Brandon / POOL / AFP)
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz (R) and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (L) arrive for a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference (MSC) in Munich, Germany, February 13, 2026. (Photo by Alex Brandon / POOL / AFP)
the security conference

Merz in Munich: "The world as we know it no longer exists. NATO is useful to us and the US."

German Chancellor shakes up Europe and warns of a new era of great-power politics
France

More trouble at the Louvre: water leak, closed rooms (and massive ticket scam)

After the sensational robbery last October, there is no peace for the largest museum in the world
Locandina evento (foto concessa)
Locandina evento (foto concessa)
the initiative

Bones, creative workshops, and physical activities for those over 60

A series of group courses designed to promote physical and mental well-being and create new opportunities for socialising.
Carnevale a Guamaggiore (foto concessa)
Carnevale a Guamaggiore (foto concessa)
the celebrations

Guamaggiore: Rain doesn't stop the magic of Carnival.

Music, entertainment and soap bubbles accompanied the passage of the float, followed by children and families
Le ragazze che vestono il capocorsa per il Gremio dei Falegnami (Foto Sara Pinna)
Le ragazze che vestono il capocorsa per il Gremio dei Falegnami (Foto Sara Pinna)
Oristano

Sartiglia, the dressing ritual: here's who the "massaiedde" are

Composer Daniele Mattu will also be assisted by his girlfriend Federica Atzeni
Un'opera di Zuanna Maria Boscani (foto concessa)
Un'opera di Zuanna Maria Boscani (foto concessa)
the exhibition

France: Sardinian artist Zuanna Maria Boscani's works included in the Italia Art Festival

The series of paintings entitled “Ex voto” are inspired by popular tradition and the culture of the sacred
Le maschere dell'associazione Martis de agoa
Le maschere dell'associazione Martis de agoa
the event

Maracalagonis, Sunday's appointment with Su cranovali maresu

Mobilization of Pro Loco, Martis de agoa Association and Municipality
Un’immagine del derby Latte Dolce-Olbia (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)
Un’immagine del derby Latte Dolce-Olbia (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)
Serie D

Olbia faces relegation battle with Montespaccato: Islam and Congiu return

Furtado is absent as he is serving his third match of suspension.
Sorrentino, autore del gol del 2-1 ad Ascoli (foto ufficio stampa Ascoli)
Sorrentino, autore del gol del 2-1 ad Ascoli (foto ufficio stampa Ascoli)
soccer

Serie C: Torres looks for a coup on the Sambenedettese pitch.

The victory is worth the draw of the team from Marche in fourth-last position
Serie A: Pisa SC vs AC Milan (Ansa)
Serie A: Pisa SC vs AC Milan (Ansa)
championship

Serie A: AC Milan secures a late win in Pisa, as Inter-Juventus looks set for a thrilling start.

Matchday 25 matches with results, scorers and standings
Milan-Cortina

If the sled is golden, we'll all get on it.

Four medals and a sport capable of fascinating