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Tende e sdraio nella spiaggia libera il Gabbiano (foto concessa)

the case

Beach smart guys in Stintino: tents and umbrellas as placeholders on the Gabbiano beach.

They have been there for days now, the owners arrive comfortably at the beach at 11.30 and can still enjoy the most popular spots

Mariangela Pala

healthcare

Oristano, the CUP schedules the same appointment for multiple people: one patient's urgent visit is cancelled.

The man, from Donigala, went to the hospital but was not seen due to an error by the single booking center: he had suffered an ischemic attack.

Sara Pinna

the assault

"Energy speculation: the judges said so, only Pratobello saves us."

The law has been stalled in the Regional Council since 2024. The committees appealed to Todde after the Constitutional Court's ruling: "There are no more excuses."

Alessandra Carta

L'elisoccorso e la Guardia costiera intervenuti a Chia

on Judeu

17-year-old tourist swept away by migrants: the failed rescue, her escape, and her identification

The reconstruction of the Chia accident: the small boat would have risked running over other people and would have stopped only in Tuerredda, a few kilometers further on.

Federico Cogoni

the intervention

Lotzorai, a swimmer at risk of drowning is rescued by a lifeguard and emergency medical services. A helicopter is deployed.

Echo Lima 3, which took off from the Elmas base, landed in a clearing next to the provincial road 63.

Roberto Secci

the checks

Carabinieri raid in the Cagliari area, six reported for drunk driving

Over 200 people were checked overnight in Cagliari, Poetto, Pula, and the surrounding area. They were also reported for carrying a switchblade.

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The Porto Istana beating was reported to the Carabinieri: "It was a premeditated homophobic raid."

The first suspects are said to be in the violent attack following the evening organized by the queer music collective "Il biscotto della fortuna." A minor was interviewed at length.

Andrea Busia

Rifiuti sulle spiagge di Alghero (foto concessa)

Degradation

Alghero: After mid-August, litter piles on beaches.

Beaches turned into landfills after the traditional fireworks display. The mayor's ire: "Disrespectful and offensive behavior toward the area and its residents."

Mariangela Pala

The controls

Orosei, the "Su Barone" pine forest under surveillance: law enforcement officers are on patrol following the seizure for illegal parking.

Anyone entering by car risks being reported for "violating the seals."

Environment

Mandas takes a hard line against littering: fines and widespread checks.

The objective, the Municipality reiterates, is to defend the territory against open-air landfills.

Severino Sirigu

Un momento della Faradda davanti a Palazzo di Città

Sassari

Faradda, the president of the Intergremio: "A positive outcome." But the heat had an impact.

The guardian father of the church of Santa Maria di Betlem, Salvatore Sanna, announced the fulfillment of the vow at around 1.30 am.

Emanuele Floris

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the conflict

The Wall Street Journal: "Iran used the two-month truce to prepare for a wider war."

According to the American newspaper, the production of missiles and drones has been increased: Tehran does not believe in US diplomacy

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the farewell

Hayden Panettiere, the "Heroes" and "Nashville" actress, has died at the age of 36.

The news was confirmed by her family; the cause has not been disclosed. In recent years, she had spoken of postpartum depression and problems related to alcohol and addiction.

Russia

Ukraine launches 1,500 drone strikes against Moscow in 24 hours: "One of the most massive offensives since the war began."

A Spanish NATO F-18 shot down a drone that entered Romanian airspace. France, Germany, and the United Kingdom are working on a European format for future negotiations.

Forte dei Marmi

Fears for Massimo Boldi: he fell on the street and suffered a head injury, and was transferred to the hospital.

The actor was taken to Livorno, where he remains hospitalized for tests in the neurosurgery department.

The earthquake

Earthquake in Indonesia leaves 700 Italians stranded on Flores Island

Airports are operational but there are few seats on departing flights.

Il concerto all'alba nella spiaggia di Balai (foto concessa)

The event

Music at dawn at Balai: Mauro Mibelli enchants the audience.

The international festival directed by Enzo Favata returns with over forty events

Mariangela Pala

Music

Sfera Ebbasta closes the Red Valley Festival. Among the performers are Sayf, Ernia, and Annalisa.

The eleventh edition is archived with many protagonists

Ilenia Giagnoni

Show

Pianist Danilo Rea "musicalizes" the sunset of Asinara

The Festival appointment on the Bocche. In the other concert, Franco-Cameroonian Valérie Ékoumè will perform on the Argentiera main beach.

Giampiero Marras

The exhibition

The protagonists of the photography festival in Sardinia come from Italy, Switzerland, Spain, and Korea.

The winners of the sixteenth edition of the BiFoto Fest, taking place in Mogoro, have been announced.

Andrea Deidda

The event

Ballu tundu, tenore songs, and Maori dances: the Figulinas Festival in Florinas enchants two thousand spectators.

The 36th edition of the international folklore festival was a resounding success. Sardinian groups took turns performing on stage, along with others from Brazil, Bolivia, Mexico, New Zealand, and Taiwan.

Giampiero Marras

Il tecnico Alfonso Greco (foto Torres-A. Sanna)

series c

Torres' 4-1 defeat to Spezia highlights the urgent need for new signings.

The team needs reinforcements in defense and on the flanks

Giampiero Marras

Il Cagliari esulta dopo la vittoria in Coppa Italia contro l'Arezzo (foto Fabio Murru)

the opponent

Cagliari will play Verona in the round of 32 of the Italian Cup.

Hellas beats Virtus Entella on penalties and will be guests at Unipol Domus in September

Richard Spignesi

Europeans

Athletics: The men's 4x400 relay wins gold: Italy tops the medal table, while Ilaria Iapichino also triumphs in the long jump.

Bronze medal in the women's 4x400

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European Swimming Championships

Paris, a shower of medals: Quadarella wins gold in the 400m freestyle, Italy takes silver in the men's and women's 4x100m medley relays.

Ceccon, Martinenghi, Razzetti, and D'Ambrosio finished second only to Russia. Curtis, Pilato, Gastaldi, and Menicucci were outmaneuvered by Great Britain in the final meters.

The festival

Achille Lauro al Red Valley Festival (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)

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A girl was killed at sea in Su Giudeu. The 28-year-old Algerian man driving the boat was arrested.

Beach smart guys in Stintino: tents and umbrellas as placeholders on the Gabbiano beach.

Oristano, the CUP schedules the same appointment for multiple people: one patient's urgent visit is cancelled.

"Energy speculation: the judges said so, only Pratobello saves us."

17-year-old tourist swept away by migrants: the failed rescue, her escape, and her identification

Lotzorai, a swimmer at risk of drowning is rescued by a lifeguard and emergency medical services. A helicopter is deployed.

Carabinieri raid in the Cagliari area, six reported for drunk driving

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The Porto Istana beating was reported to the Carabinieri: "It was a premeditated homophobic raid."

Alghero: After mid-August, litter piles on beaches.

Orosei, the "Su Barone" pine forest under surveillance: law enforcement officers are on patrol following the seizure for illegal parking.

Mandas takes a hard line against littering: fines and widespread checks.

Faradda, the president of the Intergremio: "A positive outcome." But the heat had an impact.

The Wall Street Journal: "Iran used the two-month truce to prepare for a wider war."

Hayden Panettiere, the "Heroes" and "Nashville" actress, has died at the age of 36.

Ukraine launches 1,500 drone strikes against Moscow in 24 hours: "One of the most massive offensives since the war began."

Fears for Massimo Boldi: he fell on the street and suffered a head injury, and was transferred to the hospital.

Earthquake in Indonesia leaves 700 Italians stranded on Flores Island

Music at dawn at Balai: Mauro Mibelli enchants the audience.

Sfera Ebbasta closes the Red Valley Festival. Among the performers are Sayf, Ernia, and Annalisa.

Pianist Danilo Rea "musicalizes" the sunset of Asinara

The protagonists of the photography festival in Sardinia come from Italy, Switzerland, Spain, and Korea.

Ballu tundu, tenore songs, and Maori dances: the Figulinas Festival in Florinas enchants two thousand spectators.

Torres' 4-1 defeat to Spezia highlights the urgent need for new signings.

Cagliari will play Verona in the round of 32 of the Italian Cup.

Athletics: The men's 4x400 relay wins gold: Italy tops the medal table, while Ilaria Iapichino also triumphs in the long jump.

Paris, a shower of medals: Quadarella wins gold in the 400m freestyle, Italy takes silver in the men's and women's 4x100m medley relays.

Red Valley starts with a bang: Achille Lauro is the star, while Ditonellapiaga and Bresh unleash the show.

Modolo celebrates Don Porcu: 70 years of priesthood for the 97-year-old "peasant priest."

Donald Trump's Negotiating Rule: What Future for Hormuz and Europe?

Swim around Sardinia and Corsica: Gabriele Catta's charity marathon stops in Orosei for Ferragosto.

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