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ULTIM'ORA

Summer tourism figures are "amazing." Sardinia tops the list.

Minister Mazzi: "Between June and August, 276 million people visited Italy. The island stands out for its above-average employment rate."
the murder

Monserrato Murder: Secci Taken to Uta Prison: He Did Not Answer Magistrate's Questions

The pensioner who killed his wife yesterday by suffocating her with a pillow while she was in bed has chosen to remain silent. A tragedy of desperation; the woman had been ill for some time.
L'intervento dei vigili del fuoco a Palau
L'intervento dei vigili del fuoco a Palau
The fire

Palau: Gas cylinder shop on fire, extensive damage

The alarm was raised during the night in Via Capo d'Orso, with firefighters on site
L'ospedale Brotzu (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
L'ospedale Brotzu (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Rescue in action

Sestu, accident overnight: 20-year-old hospitalized in serious condition at Brotzu Hospital

It happened shortly after 1am, he was immediately transferred to the hospital
Il delitto di Buddusò, a destra la vittima Marco Pusceddu
Il delitto di Buddusò, a destra la vittima Marco Pusceddu
Buddusò

Pusceddu Murder: Brother's Irate: "We've Always Suspected Our Ex, But We Didn't Want to Believe It"

The woman who frequented the family for nearly twenty years is in prison, accused of instigating the crime: "The truth is devastating. There were warnings, but we always hoped it wouldn't end this way."
the episode

A man robs a young woman in the center of Sassari: he is stopped by passersby and risks being lynched.

The Carabinieri rescued him from the crowd and took him to prison. An investigation is underway into his possible responsibilities in other attacks carried out against defenseless young women, who were threatened with knives or shards of glass.
Controllo del territorio
Controllo del territorio
Under arrest

Quartu: A pensioner defrauded using the "fake policeman" technique: 42-year-old jailed for extortion.

A woman was involved in the operation and allegedly stole approximately 10,000 euros in cash and numerous jewels from the victim, which were later recovered.
L'ospedale civile di Sassari
L'ospedale civile di Sassari
The investigation

Pattada: A boy on horseback was hit by a van; a suspect is under investigation.

A man from Buddusò was driving the vehicle. The 14-year-old suffered head and facial trauma and required delicate surgery, while nothing could be done for the animal.
Vigili del fuoco (foto Ansa)
Vigili del fuoco (foto Ansa)
The fire

Marrubiu, car on fire overnight: firefighters intervene

Investigations are ongoing, but the possibility of an act of intimidation has not been ruled out.
Sciopero Aou maggio
Sciopero Aou maggio
the mobilization

Aou Sassari, unions confirm the strike: "The situation is worsening."

Workers cross their arms on October 8th and 9th
The initiative

Podéra is born in San Nicolò Gerrei: six cheesemakers join forces to defend raw milk and the culture of sheep farming.

A Sardinian word meaning "resistance": this is where a new experience in the agro-pastoral world of the island begins.
The alarm

Staff cuts and workers left alone during shifts, unions warn: "Safety risks."

UIL: "Employees more exposed to emergencies."
Il treno deragliato in Francia (foto Ansa/AFP)
Il treno deragliato in Francia (foto Ansa/AFP)
The accident

France: Train with 180 passengers derails, 44 injured, suspected sabotage

An investigation has been opened, a large piece of metal was found on the tracks which is believed to have caused the terrible crash.
Una lavastoviglie (immagine simbolo, foto Ansa)
Una lavastoviglie (immagine simbolo, foto Ansa)
Rapallo

They put laundry detergent in the dishwasher, then use plates and cutlery: five tourists in hospital

The girls, of Swedish nationality, were slightly intoxicated.
epa13227867 Houthi fighters gather during a campaign to mobilize more fighters amid an escalation of fighting, in Sana'a, Yemen, 10 September 2026. Military operations between Houthis and Saudi-backed government forces have intensified across Yemen, spreading clashes to multiple cities. EPA/YAHYA ARHAB
epa13227867 Houthi fighters gather during a campaign to mobilize more fighters amid an escalation of fighting, in Sana'a, Yemen, 10 September 2026. Military operations between Houthis and Saudi-backed government forces have intensified across Yemen, spreading clashes to multiple cities. EPA/YAHYA ARHAB
Middle East

The Houthis control the Strait of Bab el-Mandeb: "The Red Sea is in our hands."

Yemeni rebels are allies of Iran, which can now exert its influence on another key global trade route, even more so than Hormuz.
L'aereo con Di Battista atterrato a Ciampino (foto Ansa/Telenews/ Valentina Fiordalice)
L'aereo con Di Battista atterrato a Ciampino (foto Ansa/Telenews/ Valentina Fiordalice)
The return

The plane carrying Di Battista landed at Ciampino Airport: he was transferred by ambulance to Gemelli Hospital.

The low-level flight from Cuba with a final stopover in Luxembourg
La tabaccheria nel quartiere popolare del Lagaccio, che ha venduto una quota del sistema vincente al superenalotto. Il misterioso acquirente con 5 euro ne ha vinti 4.000.00 di euro. Genova, 17 febbraio 2023. ANSA/LUCA ZENNARO
La tabaccheria nel quartiere popolare del Lagaccio, che ha venduto una quota del sistema vincente al superenalotto. Il misterioso acquirente con 5 euro ne ha vinti 4.000.00 di euro. Genova, 17 febbraio 2023. ANSA/LUCA ZENNARO
I lick

SuperEnalotto: The €223.2 million "6" was hit, the second-highest win ever.

The first jackpot of 2026 makes Lombardy rich, the 5 euro ticket was played in La Valletta Brianza
the interview

Carlini: On the Mountain Between Lussu, Fenoglio, and the Return to Life

A writer and journalist for ANSA, he closes the Argonautilus festival in Quartu with his book "I battiti della montagna" (The Heartbeats of the Mountain).
the party

Oristano celebrates the Holy Cross: from faith to dancing in the square.

First appointment Monday 14 September in the church of San Francesco
the event

Sassari, urban dance and live music with "Senza Tempo"

The event is the penultimate appointment with the Aria Performing Art Festival
Yerry Mina, difensore del Cagliari (foto Valerio Spano)
Yerry Mina, difensore del Cagliari (foto Valerio Spano)
series a

Atalanta-Cagliari, probable lineups: Mina a possible newcomer

The Colombian defender is available again for the first time since the start of the season
series a

Cagliari, successful surgery for Felici

At Villa Stuart, the reconstruction of the cruciate ligament of the right knee and the suturing of the menisci were carried out.
Fiorentina's Franco Mastantuono celebrates after scoring a goal during the Italian Serie A Enilive soccer championship football match between Venezia FC vs ACF Fiorentina at Pierluigi Penzo Stadium on September 11th, 2026, Venezia, Italy ANSA / Mattia Radoni
Fiorentina's Franco Mastantuono celebrates after scoring a goal during the Italian Serie A Enilive soccer championship football match between Venezia FC vs ACF Fiorentina at Pierluigi Penzo Stadium on September 11th, 2026, Venezia, Italy ANSA / Mattia Radoni
series a

Fiorentina's first three points: 4-2 win over Venezia, Mastantuono's hat-trick

The list of matches with results, scorers and standings
Serie A

Atalanta-Cagliari, Pisacane launches the challenge: "We'll play our game."

Mina is available again, while Sugawara and Kevin Carlos are also among those called up.
In Parlamento

Change at the top of the Dimonios: Simonetti new commander of the 151st

The military ceremony took place this morning at the Monfenera Barracks, in the presence of General Andrea Fraticelli
Insularità

Tourist saved from drowning in Porto Alabe, recognition for a member of the Sassari Brigade

Massimo Deligia was on vacation with his family when he intervened to rescue a German swimmer from the waves. General Masiello: "Pride for the country."