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Gallura's gangs' money and boats? Alarm bells ringing after the major drug dealing investigation.

The investigation into the network that led to 19 arrests for cocaine trafficking on the Costa Smeralda has revealed movements for the investment of dirty Camorra funds and routes to Palau of vessels linked to Cosa Nostra.
the process

Tension at the Ardia, which is under lockdown due to Covid: the mayor of Sedilo defends himself in court in Sardinian with a translator.

When police were deployed at the sanctuary for religious services, the mayor reported the police commissioner and his deputy. He's now on trial for defamation: "It was an insult."
Cas di Monastir
Cas di Monastir
the assault

More violence erupts at the Monastir migrant center: a brawl, stabbing, and stone-throwing at police.

A guest of the facility was injured, a car belonging to the officers and a container used as an office were damaged.
the story

Nicolina Giagheddu, mother of Emanuele Ragnedda, reports her husband for "abuse."

The woman's claims have not yet been examined by law enforcement or the Tempio Prosecutor's Office. Her son is accused of murdering Cinzia Pinna.
Un'udienza del processo per l'omicidio di Chiara Carta (nel tondo)
Un'udienza del processo per l'omicidio di Chiara Carta (nel tondo)
the sentence

Monica Vinci acquitted of Chiara Carta's murder due to mental illness.

The crime occurred on February 18, 2023, in Silì. The woman stabbed her 13-year-old daughter and attempted suicide. She remained hospitalized in a Rems facility for twenty years.
La pattuglia e ambulanza in viale Repubblica (foto Ledda)
La pattuglia e ambulanza in viale Repubblica (foto Ledda)
the brawl

Nuoro, brawl on Viale Repubblica: a man taken to police headquarters

It all started from an argument between a man and a woman, both of whom were in a state of altercation.
La nuova rotatoria in viale La Playa
La nuova rotatoria in viale La Playa
mobility

Cagliari, traffic changes on Viale La Playa: goodbye to the traffic lights, and a roundabout is coming.

Starting October 9th, changes will be made to the intersection with Via Riva di Ponente and Via Sassari due to light rail construction. The speed limit will be 30 km/h.
the announcement

Flights, the government has given the green light: airlines will propose new connections to and from Sardinia.

New route guidelines approved. Councilor Manca: "The goal is to simplify the process."
Superyacht in Gallura (foto Cipnes Gallura)
Superyacht in Gallura (foto Cipnes Gallura)
the numbers

Gallura, the kingdom of superyachts: this summer, over 3,000 floating villas worth $19 billion will be built.

Cipnes data shows an increase of almost 10 percent compared to the same period last year.
La circonvallazione Settimo-Sinnai-Maracalagonis
La circonvallazione Settimo-Sinnai-Maracalagonis
the comparison

Summit on traffic on the roads affected by the excavations for the Tyrrhenian Link

A meeting convened by the Metropolitan City with the mayors of the municipalities affected by Terna's construction site activities. The meeting was also discussed in the Sinnai Council.
the fire

Car on fire in the Torre delle Stelle parking lot

Firefighters intervene in Cannesisa
Via Ciociaria
Via Ciociaria
Cagliari

Fear in Is Mirrionis, where he wanders naked through buildings and enters homes: the buzz spreads on social media.

A resident's video complaint is making the rounds in the neighborhood after last night's incident on Via Ciociaria. The intruder only disappeared after a dog arrived.
La firma a Cagliari
La firma a Cagliari
transportation

Alghero, over €1.3 million to redesign and secure airport access.

The funds come from the regional program "The Gates of Sardinia." Mayor Cacciotto: "The first improvements to lighting, traffic, and urban decor in the municipal area will begin immediately."
the alarm

"It will kill humanity by 2030": AI scientists on the run

Another engineer leaves Anthropic. Lab insiders: "Superintelligence out of control."
epa13225116 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska depart as the coffin Norway's King Harald V is carried from Oslo Cathedral to Akershus Fortress following the funeral, in Oslo, Norway, 09 September 2026. The ceremony marks the country's first state funeral for a monarch since the death of King Harald's father, King Olav V, in 1991. EPA/Christoffer Andersen / POOL NORWAY OUT
epa13225116 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and First Lady Olena Zelenska depart as the coffin Norway's King Harald V is carried from Oslo Cathedral to Akershus Fortress following the funeral, in Oslo, Norway, 09 September 2026. The ceremony marks the country's first state funeral for a monarch since the death of King Harald's father, King Olav V, in 1991. EPA/Christoffer Andersen / POOL NORWAY OUT
Norway

"Zelensky's plane was grazed by a drone while taking off."

The Oslo prime minister revealed: The Ukrainian president was heading to the Scandinavian country for the funeral of King Harald V.
Franco, il padre di Lorena Isceri, con accanto la madre Antonietta, bacia il feretro durante i funerali (Ansa)
Franco, il padre di Lorena Isceri, con accanto la madre Antonietta, bacia il feretro durante i funerali (Ansa)
in Salento

Lorena Isceri, a crowd at her farewell. The parish priest: "The person we love is not our property."

Grief and emotion at the funeral of the 45-year-old woman kidnapped and killed by her ex-partner, who allegedly threw her alive from an A1 bridge.
US President Donald Trump (R) and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hold a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 03 March 2026. ANSA/SAMUEL CORUM / POOL
US President Donald Trump (R) and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hold a bilateral meeting in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 03 March 2026. ANSA/SAMUEL CORUM / POOL
the clash

Trump congratulates the AfD: "Wow! Make Germany Great Again." Merz deletes their phone call.

The meeting was scheduled in view of the anniversary of September 11. Berlin: "The postponement is not due to scheduling issues."
Alessandro Di Battista (foto Ansa)
Alessandro Di Battista (foto Ansa)
The former deputy

Di Battista, good news from Cuba: "He's coping well with the post-operative phase."

His association's post thanking Cuban doctors and Italian authorities. His return to Italy is expected on Friday, September 11th.
The appointment

Cabras: The Bottarga Festival returns from September 18th to 20th.

To celebrate it, we will also talk about science, cinema, space, geopolitics and much more.
the concert

Golfo Aranci welcomes I Nomadi for a special date on their 2026 Live Tour.

Expected in Piazza Cossiga, the group led by Beppe Carletti arrives in the Gallura town for the first time in its long career
La sigla della pace di Vestfalia, che mise fine alla Guerra dei Trent'anni (Gerard Terborch, 1648)
La sigla della pace di Vestfalia, che mise fine alla Guerra dei Trent'anni (Gerard Terborch, 1648)
To learn more

If you want peace, build peace

How Treaties, Negotiations and Agreements Shaped Modern Europe
La Domus de Janas S'Incantu
La Domus de Janas S'Incantu
the season

Four events in September sponsored by the FAI Delegation of Sassari

Exhibitions, artistic insights and visits to archaeological sites
The appointment

Cabras, Bottarga Festival from September 18th to 20th

Over 40 attendees are expected over the three days, including 11 chefs and more than 15 industry journalists. Tomorrow, the City Council will unveil the full program.
series d

After the defeat against Monastir, Mr. Loi doesn't look for excuses: "But the regret remains."

The coach after the 2-1 defeat in the league derby: "The incidents made the difference."
La conferenza stampa (foto Renna)
La conferenza stampa (foto Renna)
The presentation

Cagliari, here are Gagliardini, Ciervo and Aurelio

For the three new rossoblù signings good feelings and a great desire to do well
Young mentre porta palla e al suo fianco Nze (foto G. Marras)
Young mentre porta palla e al suo fianco Nze (foto G. Marras)
At the PalaPirastu

Basketball: Dinamo in Cagliari with Young and Nze

The Sassari team faces Brindisi for the Sardinia Cup
epa13223752 Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham (R) in action against Inter Milan's Nicolo Barella (L) during the UEFA Champions League soccer match between Real Madrid and Inter Milan in Madrid, Spain, 08 September 2026. EPA/JUANJO MARTIN
epa13223752 Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham (R) in action against Inter Milan's Nicolo Barella (L) during the UEFA Champions League soccer match between Real Madrid and Inter Milan in Madrid, Spain, 08 September 2026. EPA/JUANJO MARTIN
Champions

Real Madrid 2-1 Inter, Los Blancos celebrate with Valverde and Mbappé

Carlos Augusto's goal wasn't enough for the Nerazzurri
In Parlamento
Piero Nurra, segretario provinciale Conapo di Sassari
Piero Nurra, segretario provinciale Conapo di Sassari

Sassari, firefighters declare a state of emergency. Conapo: "Rescue efforts at risk."

"We have reached a point," a statement reads, "that we can no longer consider normal."
Insularità

Marble and stone processing: Sardinia confirms its position as the top country.

Confartigianato: "With 416 businesses and 1,522 employees, Isola is second only to Molise and a cornerstone of the Italian stone industry."