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Mocci murder in Monserrato, a breakthrough expected from the stub evidence

Twelve people present at the crime scene were tested for gunpowder. The twenty-three-year-old may have paid with his life for a "favor" done to a friend who drove away from the scene.
I carabinieri sul luogo dell'omicidio di Leonardo Mocci (nel tondo)
I carabinieri sul luogo dell'omicidio di Leonardo Mocci (nel tondo)
the yellow

Le Iene on the death of Davide Calvia: from Giovannino Pinna's "confession" in the car to the hypotheses on the motive.

Was the crime driven by passion? Or, as some wiretaps between the suspect and his father suggest, a vendetta involving other people who were on the boat that day?
science

Testing of the recyclable spacecraft in Quirra: it will be launched from a height of three kilometers.

The Space Rider is being tested at the testing site, capable of landing after the mission in orbit and then being reused.
I danni nel ristorante Don di via Sassari
I danni nel ristorante Don di via Sassari
petty crime

Cagliari: A break-in at an Asian restaurant on Via Sassari resulted in a meager haul and €10,000 in damages.

The owner of the Don: "We're concerned; similar incidents are becoming more frequent downtown."
Un artigiano al lavoro
Un artigiano al lavoro
the ranking

Sardinians' incomes rank fifteenth in Italy: the average is €21,421.

Official data from the Ministry of Economy and Finance on the latest declarations: Cagliari is the "richest" municipality, three towns are below the 14,000 euro per capita threshold.
the mobilization

Macomer: Migrants go on hunger and thirst strike: "The center is unlivable."

A new protest erupts at the CPR: "There's a shortage of clothing and basic necessities, low-quality food, and no access to healthcare."
L'aeroporto di Cagliari (Ansa)
L'aeroporto di Cagliari (Ansa)
Transportation

Cagliari Airport workers protest, four-hour strike and a month-long ban on overtime.

The decision by the Filt Cgil, Fit Cisl, and Uiltrasporti unions: Sogaer staff will be on leave on May 19th.
Silvana Gandola (Archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Silvana Gandola (Archivio L'Unione Sarda)
court

A new trial begins for a pensioner who died of starvation in Aglientu.

But for the family the case is not solved
Un pullman dell'Arst in difficoltà (foto concessa)
Un pullman dell'Arst in difficoltà (foto concessa)
The critical issues

Arst drivers protest in Oristano: unions intervene.

Following the workers' petition, the Autonomous and Base Unions Organization and Uiltrasporti Sardegna raise their voices.
Carabinieri davanti al tribunale
Carabinieri davanti al tribunale
the assault

Porto Torres, man punches police officer; arrested

The 42-year-old went on a rampage near a bar, the validation hearing in the court in Sassari
Treni alla stazione di Cagliari
Treni alla stazione di Cagliari
Transportation

Trains, track work underway in Cagliari: replacement buses to Decimomannu

Extraordinary maintenance by Rete Ferroviaria Italiana on Sunday 26 April and 3 May
Parma

Chiara Petrolini Sentenced to 24 Years and Three Months for Buried Newborns

The sentence of the Assize Court, the Prosecutor's Office had requested 26
USA

Trump plots revenge against allies: Spain leaves NATO, Falkland Islands no longer British

An internal Pentagon email outlines options available to "punish" countries that have refused to grant access, basing, and overflight rights for the war against Iran.
Alberto Stasi all'esterno del tribunale di Pavia per l'incidente probatorio nell'inchiesta su Andrea Sempio, Pavia (Garlasco), 18 dicembre 2025. ANSA/ PAVIA PRESS/PAOLO TORRES
Alberto Stasi all'esterno del tribunale di Pavia per l'incidente probatorio nell'inchiesta su Andrea Sempio, Pavia (Garlasco), 18 dicembre 2025. ANSA/ PAVIA PRESS/PAOLO TORRES
the case

Garlasco, the Pavia Prosecutor's Office will request a review of Stasi's trial: "He was not at the crime scene."

According to investigators, several elements conflict with the convictions. Prosecutors are ready to show their cards and request Andrea Sempio's indictment.
In una combo i carabinieri effettuano rilievi nel luogo dell'omicidio, la vittima Stefania Rago (sopra) e il marito Antonio Fortebraccio (sotto). ANSA/ FACEBOOK +npk+
In una combo i carabinieri effettuano rilievi nel luogo dell'omicidio, la vittima Stefania Rago (sopra) e il marito Antonio Fortebraccio (sotto). ANSA/ FACEBOOK +npk+
the crime

Stefania Rago's husband arrested and taken to prison in the Foggia femicide case.

The security guard showed up at the station last night and confessed. The victim's Facebook profile picture was the red shoes, a symbol of the fight against violence against women.
USA

He bet on Maduro's capture shortly before taking part in the raid and earned $400,000, arrested

Special Forces Staff Sergeant Ken Van Dyke, 38, used classified information to his advantage
Sista Namely - foto ufficiale - crediti Isla Sound
Sista Namely - foto ufficiale - crediti Isla Sound
April 25th

"Liberation Reggae Fest," a date at Poetto

The afternoon Isla Sound at Corto Maltese, with Bujumannu, Sista Namely and the rest of the crew with guests
Parco Culturale Campidarte (foto concessa - crediti Rita Deplano)
Parco Culturale Campidarte (foto concessa - crediti Rita Deplano)
The appointments

Liberation Day in Campidarte, with Fogu Rebelde and many guests

On April 25th, the cultural farm will feature live music, DJ sets, and circus acts in the Ussana hills.
Sofia Viola, Miss Mondo Italia 2025
Sofia Viola, Miss Mondo Italia 2025
The appointment

Tempio crowns its Miss World in Fabrizio De André's house

The regional final of the competition will take place in L'Agnata on Sunday, April 26th: six girls will advance to the national stage.
Annalisa sul palco del Red Valley nel 2024 (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)
Annalisa sul palco del Red Valley nel 2024 (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)
music

Red Valley announces Achille Lauro's signing: August 13th

The Roman singer-songwriter will perform at the Olbia Arena with Ditonellapiaga, Clara, and Bresh. Annalisa will be back on stage on August 15th.
Due delle opere esposte (foto ufficio stampa)
Due delle opere esposte (foto ufficio stampa)
the exhibition

"Memory and Identity of the Sardinian People": A tribute exhibition to Giuseppe Biasi in Sassari

Fifty works for the group exhibition celebrating "Sa Die de sa Sardigna"
La mezzala Sala (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
La mezzala Sala (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
series c

Torres in Arezzo to secure direct salvation

Greco: "It will be a fantastic race, with a high stake."
series a

Official: Ranieri has been fired by Roma. The club's statement reads: "Full confidence in Gasperini."

Sir Claudio's adventure as senior advisor of the Roman company lasted 10 months
Luca Mazzitelli, fuori per infortunio da Cagliari-Cremonese (foto Ansa)
Luca Mazzitelli, fuori per infortunio da Cagliari-Cremonese (foto Ansa)
series a

Cagliari, Mazzitelli and Pavoletti still out: the match against Atalanta is on Monday.

Felici and Idrissi are also definitely absent, as the season is over for them.
Ranieri e Gasperini (Ansa)
Ranieri e Gasperini (Ansa)
series a

A clash with Gasperini puts Roma and Ranieri on the brink of divorce.

New tensions with the Giallorossi's senior advisor: a statement from the club is expected.
In Parlamento
La sindaca Tirotto con Maria Tugulu (foto concessa)
La sindaca Tirotto con Maria Tugulu (foto concessa)

Castelsardo celebrates the centenary of Maria Tugulu: "A treasure trove of wisdom."

Around her are her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and the embrace of the entire country.
Insularità
Giorgia Bruni, crediti Premio Emilio Lussu
Giorgia Bruni, crediti Premio Emilio Lussu

The new Emilio Lussu Award preview in Cagliari

Biancospino Dispenses the poetry of "Pagan Rites" with the author Giorgia Bruni, in conversation with Lorella Costa