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False start, the Russian shadow fleet remains in front of Sardinia, shadowed by the Navy

Italian aircraft and frigates have been stalking cargo ships, destroyers, and Kremlin supplies for two days off the coast of Ogliastra: in the evening, they will head north, then return in front of the Gulf of Orosei.
Le immagini pubblicate dalla Marina militare
Le immagini pubblicate dalla Marina militare
in Monserrato

A technical issue with a switch puts the Cagliari Metro off-route and disrupts service.

ARST warning: "Restoration will take several hours."
Droga e soldi sequestrati dalla polizia a Cagliari
Droga e soldi sequestrati dalla polizia a Cagliari
the operation

Pirri, San Michele, and Quartucciu: Three arrests for drug dealing, a pusher's home monitored with 15 cameras.

Mobile Squad investigation: hashish, marijuana, cocaine, and a large sum of cash seized
Le auto coinvolte nell'incidente a Villamassargia
Le auto coinvolte nell'incidente a Villamassargia
the accident

Villamassargia: A violent head-on collision between two Pandas leaves two seriously injured.

A 47-year-old woman was rescued by firefighters after being trapped in the wreckage; a 24-year-old man was in the other car.
the provision

The Security Decree has been approved: preventive arrests and a crackdown on knives, with fines for parents.

There is no criminal shield for the agents, but an ad hoc register of suspects (for all citizens) when there are "justifying causes" such as self-defense.
Il vertice (foto Asl)
Il vertice (foto Asl)
healthcare

Oristano, children without a pediatrician: meeting between the local health authority and parents

After stroller protests, families look forward to Ascot for babies and dedicated doctors
Il bus sprofondato nella buca
Il bus sprofondato nella buca
traffic

Cagliari: A bus plunges into a pothole on Viale Merello, halting traffic.

Mura (Sardinia Alliance): "Budget resources must be released immediately to upgrade roads."
Il traghetto Bunifazziu
Il traghetto Bunifazziu
transportation

Maritime connections between Sardinia and Corsica resume

Administrative shutdowns and maintenance have resulted in no sailings since February 1st. Moby: "Bunifazziu's route is guaranteed."
L'incendio in via Danimarca (frame da video)
L'incendio in via Danimarca (frame da video)
the fire

Apartment on fire in Quartu: the blaze started in the kitchen

The homeowner herself called for help. Firefighters and emergency medical services were on site.
Il bar tabacchi La Pergola
Il bar tabacchi La Pergola
moments of fear

Alghero: Robber chased away by tobacconist

The criminal, wearing a Dalí mask, attempts the robbery in a shop, but the owner reacts by hitting him with a pack of cigarettes
the story

San Vito, Liliana's appeal: "Our house is up for auction, please help us."

A 24-year-old woman's heartfelt plea: she, her mother, and her brother risk losing their homes due to debts inherited from their father.
La frana sulla strada per la frazione di Nebida (foto da Facebook)
La frana sulla strada per la frazione di Nebida (foto da Facebook)
the emergency

Iglesias, yet another landslide on the road to Nebida

This is the fourth incident in less than two weeks. An initial intervention has been arranged to secure the provincial road.
The blitz

Desulo, sawed-off shotgun hidden in sheepfold: 29-year-old in prison

The weapon, with its serial number scratched off, was found in a bag hidden among leaves, stones and mud.
Fabrizio Corona (Ansa)
Fabrizio Corona (Ansa)
the clash

Mediaset: "A €160 million civil lawsuit against Corona." The injured parties are Berlusconi, Gerry Scotti, and De Filippi.

The Biscione announcement: "Any compensation will go to a fund for victims of violence."
Jacques e Jessica Moretti (foto archivio)
Jacques e Jessica Moretti (foto archivio)
Swiss

Crans-Montana, the Morettis write to employees: "We don't shift our responsibilities onto you."

The couple who own "Le Constellation," the site of the New Year's Eve massacre, break their silence.
Emanuele Filiberto (foto Ansa)
Emanuele Filiberto (foto Ansa)
the revelation

"The Savoys secretly entered Sardinia when it was forbidden."

Emanuele Filiberto: "My father and I violated our exile several times. On the island, when we wanted to get a taste of Italy."
Il Presidente della Repubblica Sergio Mattarella (foto ANSA)
Il Presidente della Repubblica Sergio Mattarella (foto ANSA)
Olympics

Milan Cortina, Mattarella meets with the athletes: "The first competition is with ourselves."

The President of the Republic at the Olympic Village in Milan for a meeting with the Azzurri
Milano-Cortina (foto Ansa)
Milano-Cortina (foto Ansa)
Milan-Cortina

The Winter Olympics kick off today, with Italy making its curling debut. Russian-led cyberattacks foiled.

Tajani: "Hotels in Cortina are targeted." Alert for Saturday's demonstration in Milan, San Siro area cordoned off ahead of the inauguration.
Raffaele Fitto (foto ufficio stampa)
Raffaele Fitto (foto ufficio stampa)
the ceremony

University of Sassari, Raffaele Fitto at the opening of the 464th academic year

In addition to the Vice President of the European Community, Governor Todde will also be present.
Franco Macciocco, primo preside dell'Istituto Alberghiero Ipsar (Foto Ronchi)
Franco Macciocco, primo preside dell'Istituto Alberghiero Ipsar (Foto Ronchi)
the anniversary

Arzachena's Hotel Management Institute celebrates its 60th anniversary.

The school was founded in 1965, with 45 students and a few teachers.
the show

Mauro Porcu's "The Museum of Errors" will be held at Yaqqu in Cagliari on Friday.

A hilarious traveling exhibition on the mistakes (and horrors) committed by Italian voice actors.
A book to discover

We're all a little (a lot) anxious

A comic to manage anxiety and…live better
Matteo Marcenaro, arbitro di Serie A (foto archivio)
Matteo Marcenaro, arbitro di Serie A (foto archivio)
Serie A

Roma-Cagliari, refereed by Marcenaro

Pisacane's boys will take to the field at the Olimpico on Monday, February 9th at 8:45 PM.
I difensori Baldi e Zanandrea (foto G. Marras)
I difensori Baldi e Zanandrea (foto G. Marras)
series c

Torres prepares for the match against Juventus Next Gen

Coach Greco: "Sorrentino and Baldi have integrated well, we'll evaluate Luciani."
La consegna della maglia l'anno scorso (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
La consegna della maglia l'anno scorso (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
the anniversary

Torres: Honorary President Guido Garrucciu turns 96

A historic rossoblù memory and superfan who has always been close to the team
Il coach Veljko Mrsic (foto G. Marras)
Il coach Veljko Mrsic (foto G. Marras)
the challenge

Basketball: Dinamo is considering a trip to Udine

Coach Mrsic announces: "I think Johnson will be ready for Sunday."
In Parlamento
La consegna delle firme in Consiglio regionale per la Pratobello 24 (Archivio)
La consegna delle firme in Consiglio regionale per la Pratobello 24 (Archivio)

Wind farm attack: protests return to the streets

On February 6th, a sit-in took place in front of the regional government building in Cagliari: "The Todde administration must take action against speculation."
Insularità

Sassari: Taras remains president of Confagricoltura Sassari-Olbia-Tempio

The reconfirmation of the board of directors convened at the headquarters in Via Cavour