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Mulas seeks sentence reduction for raping an 11-year-old girl

The 45-year-old Sardinian man is on trial for raping a little girl in the entrance hall of a building in Mestre: he was caught thanks to a pouch containing his documents that he left behind.
Massimiliano Mulas, 45 anni, è accusato di violenza sessuale su una minorenne
Massimiliano Mulas, 45 anni, è accusato di violenza sessuale su una minorenne
Roberto Tumbarello (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Roberto Tumbarello (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
The interview

Baby dies at Monaldi Hospital, pediatric cardiologist Tumbarello: "So many errors, it's implausible."

The Florentine luminary, longtime head of the Brotzu Hospital, offers his views on the case of the child who died in Naples after a transplant with a damaged heart: "First and foremost, we need clarity, also to protect the hospital itself."
Il carcere di Uta (Archivio)
Il carcere di Uta (Archivio)
the blitz

Clothes altered to evade security checks and drugs hidden in underwear: a major operation in Uta prison

Over half a kilo of drugs and a smartphone were seized. An external accomplice was arrested.
The case

Mont'e Prama Foundation: Alleged shady transactions at the center of the investigation

After Muroni and Schiavone, other suspects emerge. During the searches, the Finance Police also seized ancient amphorae.
Gli agenti delle volanti e la Scientifica in via Marongiu
Gli agenti delle volanti e la Scientifica in via Marongiu
police

Cagliari: Attack with a cleaver and a crowbar at the "Buddha Amici" club: two arrested

The facts date back to December 6, 2025. The victim, a fifty-year-old, was rushed to Brotzu
the story

Assemini calls the police saying he feels in danger but is found with 25 grams of cocaine: arrested

The 44-year-old is facing charges of possession of narcotics for the purpose of trafficking.
Videosorveglianza (foto Ansa)
Videosorveglianza (foto Ansa)
The investigations

Quartu, first the accident, then the escape: 25-year-old identified and reported

The young woman was unmasked by the Carabinieri thanks to the testimonies collected and the images from the video surveillance
Bovini al pascolo
Bovini al pascolo
the provision

Bovine Dermatitis Restrictions Lifted: All Livestock Barriers Fall

The first outbreak occurred in June 2025, followed by culling and vaccinations to eradicate the disease. Now, everyone is free to go, Piana (CSA): "Thanks to the veterinary services."
Degradation

Cagliari, Via dell'Agricoltura: "This forgotten road is a disgrace."

An open-air landfill, no sidewalks or streetlights, and prostitution exploitation. The street's owners filed a complaint.
the emergency

Guasila, stray animals are once again a source of concern in the countryside: farmers are raising alarm.

Already 24 sheep have been torn to pieces, a sheepdog attacked and injured
L'auto danneggiata dopo lo schianto in via Gramsci, a Sassari (foto vigili del fuoco)
L'auto danneggiata dopo lo schianto in via Gramsci, a Sassari (foto vigili del fuoco)
the rescue

Sassari: Man loses control of car and crashes into billboards; one injured

Two people were traveling in the vehicle. The accident occurred on Via Gramsci.
Carabinieri
Carabinieri
The investigations

Elmas, nine years of violence against family members: 45-year-old arrested

A long series of harassing behaviors reconstructed by the Carabinieri
L'incontro di Confartigianato a Porto Torres (foto Pala)
L'incontro di Confartigianato a Porto Torres (foto Pala)
the meeting

Port Authority: "Porto Torres, a strategic port for the Free Zone, cruises, and pleasure craft."

President Bagalà: "We can promote 300 hectares of land and encourage the establishment of new businesses."
La residenza di Donald Trump in Florida
La residenza di Donald Trump in Florida
United States

Florida: Gunman enters Mar-a-Lago: "Killed by the Secret Service"

Donald Trump is currently in Washington, at the White House
Assisi (foto Ansa)
Assisi (foto Ansa)
Umbria

Assisi: Faithful line up at dawn to pray at the remains of St. Francis.

Until March 22nd and in the context of the eighth centenary of his death, faithful and pilgrims will be able to stop and pray before the body of the Saint
L'avvocato Francesco Petruzzi (foto Ansa)
L'avvocato Francesco Petruzzi (foto Ansa)
The investigation

On the death of little Domenico, the family's lawyer: "Monaldi's medical records are incomplete."

The documentation does not specify the exact moment of removal of the child's diseased heart.
L'ingresso dell'ospedale Monaldi di Napoli (foto Ansa)
L'ingresso dell'ospedale Monaldi di Napoli (foto Ansa)
Naples

Domenico's death, investigation continues: NAS returns to Monaldi

The child's body has been seized pending an autopsy. Tomorrow, the mother will appear before a notary to establish a foundation in her memory and to help victims of medical malpractice.
Teheran (AFP)
Teheran (AFP)
the decision

Iran: "The EU's air and navy forces are terrorist organizations."

Tehran's response to the decision taken by the European Council, which included the Revolutionary Guards in the same list
Mirea Delogu (foto concessa)
Mirea Delogu (foto concessa)
the artist

From Porto Torres to the Ballet Preljocaj: Turritan ballerina Mirea Delogu returns to the island.

The professional is currently the absolute protagonist in the role of Odette at the Teatro Lirico in Cagliari
Strada di Parigi in un giorno di pioggia (Gustave Caillebotte, 1877)
Strada di Parigi in un giorno di pioggia (Gustave Caillebotte, 1877)
To learn more

"The True and Fictional History of the Umbrella": Marion Arankine's entertaining essay

One of the eight auspicious symbols of Buddhism, and a lucky object in the face of those who still think that opening a "rain umbrella" at home brings bad luck.
the appointment

A celebration for everyone: the Oftal Sardegna Carnival in Olbia

Over three hundred people gathered to spend three intense days of joy and inclusion.
Furtado in azione nella gara di andata con la Flaminia (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)
Furtado in azione nella gara di andata con la Flaminia (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)
Soccer

Serie D, Olbia looking to score a win at Flaminia to get back on track.

The many absences are weighing heavily, but Furtado returns. Isoni replaces the suspended Livieri on the bench.
epa12765149 Antoine Gelinas-Beaulieu (L) of Canada and Andrea Giovannini of Italy compete in the Men's Mass Start final of the Speed Skating competitions at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, in Milan, Italy, 21 February 2026. EPA/TERESA SUAREZ
epa12765149 Antoine Gelinas-Beaulieu (L) of Canada and Andrea Giovannini of Italy compete in the Men's Mass Start final of the Speed Skating competitions at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, in Milan, Italy, 21 February 2026. EPA/TERESA SUAREZ
the games

Milan Cortina, here's medal number 30: Giovannini wins bronze in the speed skating mass start.

The Italian athlete achieves a historic podium for Italy, but Francesca Lollobrigida fails to do so: "I'm so happy."
Simone Deromedis e Federico Tomasoni (EPA/SERGEI ILNITSKY)
Simone Deromedis e Federico Tomasoni (EPA/SERGEI ILNITSKY)
Olympics

Milan Cortina: Gold and silver in skicross, a double for Italy

Simone Deromedis wins in Livigno, with Federico Tomasoni second.
In Parlamento
Passeggeri all'aeroporto di Cagliari - Elmas
Passeggeri all'aeroporto di Cagliari - Elmas

Airline continuity, Councilor Manca: "It's a tool for the right to mobility, not for the tourism market."

Regarding the possibility of introducing a maximum price cap for the free market, he clarified: "The EU has not accepted the idea."
Insularità
Carlo Cottarelli a Porto Torres (foto Pala)
Carlo Cottarelli a Porto Torres (foto Pala)

Villanova Monteleone: Economist Carlo Cottarelli presents his book

A return to the island to talk about his "Without Beating a Beat"