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Telegram groups sharing child pornography files: one arrest 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.
La siccità in una immagine simbolo
La siccità in una immagine simbolo
the report

Drought and water stress: Sardinia among Italy's "deserts"

Anbi: "The island's coastal areas are among the most exposed to the effects of Mediterranean warming."
the case

New protected areas, Sardinian farmers raise alarm: "We risk being penalized."

CIA Northern Sardinia: "Yes to environmental protection, but without jeopardizing rural jobs."
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."
Il locale chiuso a Castelsardo (foto concessa)
Il locale chiuso a Castelsardo (foto concessa)
the controls

Castelsardo, Crans-Montana at risk: venue closed (before event with hundreds of young people)

The structure lacked fire safety documentation, as emerged from inspections by the State Police and the Fire Brigade.
The blitz

Cabras, drugs hidden in the house: 57-year-old in trouble

Former fisherman had over 20 grams of cocaine in his home
Il tribunale di Cagliari in una foto di archivio
Il tribunale di Cagliari in una foto di archivio
In Sulcis

Coach pleads guilty to one year and eight months for molesting a young girl.

He was accused of forcing a 15-year-old athlete to sit on his lap, telling her he had dreamed of kissing her and making explicit sexual references.
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
Sardinia

"There's a bomb in the water": a stretch of sea in Ogliastra has been closed off.

The Navy's specialized diving units are expected at Cala 'e Luas in the Gairo Marina.
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."
epa13243918 Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with Khabarovsk Territory Governor Dmitry Demeshin (not pictured) at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, 16 September 2026. EPA/VYACHESLAV PROKOFYEV/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN POOL / POOL MANDATORY CREDIT
epa13243918 Russian President Vladimir Putin meets with Khabarovsk Territory Governor Dmitry Demeshin (not pictured) at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, 16 September 2026. EPA/VYACHESLAV PROKOFYEV/SPUTNIK/KREMLIN POOL / POOL MANDATORY CREDIT
Russia

Putin calls Russians to the polls: "No one will be able to divide us; you know what we're fighting for."

From Friday to Sunday the elections for the Duma, the first since the beginning of the conflict in Ukraine: voting will also take place in the "new four Regions", the occupied ones
MI-2-12/7/00- MILANO- POL- TURCO, LEQUOTE DI IMMIGRATI SI POSSONO RITOCCARE. Un immigrato indiano indica il prorpio nome nella lista dei permessi di soggiorno relativi alla sanatoria del 1998 oggi davanti all'ufficio stranieri di Milano. DAL ZENNARO/ANSA
MI-2-12/7/00- MILANO- POL- TURCO, LEQUOTE DI IMMIGRATI SI POSSONO RITOCCARE. Un immigrato indiano indica il prorpio nome nella lista dei permessi di soggiorno relativi alla sanatoria del 1998 oggi davanti all'ufficio stranieri di Milano. DAL ZENNARO/ANSA
the provision

Forza Italia cracks down on citizenship, pushing back against the League: "Exclude negligent and minor crimes."

The Azzurri present amendments to lighten the Northern League's proposed law.
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.
Cinema in Sardinia

Peter Marcias's film Almost Grace is seeking an Oscar spot.

The film about the Nobel Prize-winning writer for literature is among the 21 films nominated to represent Italy
Matteo Trullu ospite negli studi di Radiolina
Matteo Trullu ospite negli studi di Radiolina
the contest

Matteo Trullu is a star of European music: the 14-year-old from Decimomannu will represent Italy at the Junior Eurovision Song Contest.

The winner of the latest edition of The Voice Kids is ready for the big stage in Malta: "A dream come true."
Piera Meloni (foto Instagram)
Piera Meloni (foto Instagram)
on TV

Piera Meloni, from Sardinia to the Big Brother VIP house: "I'll be 100% myself."

Born in 2003, a beauty and fashion creator, she's among the contestants on the ninth season of the reality show. The doors have already opened for her with the Open House, which officially kicks off Thursday.
the event

Surfing, anticipation for the Italian Shortboard and Bodyboard Championships

Marinedda beach, on Isola Rossa, still hosts the Italian flag event.
Il capitano Gigi Scotto (foto G. Marras)
Il capitano Gigi Scotto (foto G. Marras)
series c

Torres, Greco's team starts in the playoffs

Sassari's team has had a better start to the season than last season.
Foto Ansa
Foto Ansa
The match

Football and solidarity: a challenge between migrants at the Monastir and Bonorva reception centers.

Initiative promoted by the Region, coaches Pisano and Acquafresca
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."