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Ciro Grillo and friends: defense and civil plaintiffs prepare for a new clash

Appeal hearing for young people previously convicted of rape. Their lawyers: "Errors in the first trial." Giulia Bongiorno, representing the girl who filed the complaint, responds with a 700-page brief.
Tore Serra
Tore Serra
Cagliari

Sardinian basketball mourns: farewell to Tore Serra

The president of the regional federation died at the Brotzu hospital at the age of 71.
the accident

Nurri, falls after being trampled and bitten by a wild boar: one hunter is seriously injured

The man was rushed to Brotzu Hospital in Cagliari and admitted with a guarded prognosis.
(foto Ansa)
(foto Ansa)
The fire

Barn in Narbolia devastated by flames: investigation underway

Alarm raised during the night, firefighters intervened
the accident

Ussana, head-on collision on State Road 128: five injured, three in critical condition.

Firefighters and several ambulances from 118 were on site to provide assistance.
moments of fear

Iglesias, mysterious explosion during the night: "The walls shook"

A terrifying roar heard from Monteponi to Plagemesu
mourning

Arzachena, farewell to Don Francesco Cossu

The priest was 90 years old and had been parish priest of Santa Maria della Neve for 40 years.
Uno scorcio del Monte Arci (foto concessa)
Uno scorcio del Monte Arci (foto concessa)
the rescue

Ales, husband and wife get lost on Monte Arci: rescued by firefighters

The couple had gone on a hike to the spring
Municipio di Burcei
Municipio di Burcei
the case

Continuous blackouts in Burcei, anger at Enel: "Compensate customers and provide stable service."

Yesterday was the latest in a long series, with severe disruptions in the town. Residents are furious.
I capannoni dismessi di via Azuni-Porto Torres (foto Pala)
I capannoni dismessi di via Azuni-Porto Torres (foto Pala)
The fire

Porto Torres, a week after the warehouse fire, Via Azuni remains off limits.

Access to vehicles and pedestrians is prohibited pending the transfer to the Municipality and the start of safety operations.
Il fenicottero soccorso
Il fenicottero soccorso
Environment

Arborea, a flamingo injured in the leg: rescue operations begin in S'Ena Arrubia.

Intervention by the Marrubiu forestry station officers
I volontari della Croce verde Tortolì-Arbatax accanto alla nuova ambulanza
I volontari della Croce verde Tortolì-Arbatax accanto alla nuova ambulanza
the party

Tortolì, the Croce Verde celebrates 40 years of activity

The association reaches a remarkable milestone and inaugurates a new ambulance
Nella foto da sinistra il direttore generale Joseph Polimeni, il direttore della Sanità Animale Andrea Concas e il direttore sanitario Raimondo Pinna
Nella foto da sinistra il direttore generale Joseph Polimeni, il direttore della Sanità Animale Andrea Concas e il direttore sanitario Raimondo Pinna
The appointment

ASL Medio Campidano: Andrea Concas is the new director of the Animal Health complex.

The new manager's enthusiasm: "This is a vital service for the local community. I take on this role with a strong sense of responsibility."
(foto Ansa)
(foto Ansa)
The accident

Egypt: Two trains collide in Giza, killing at least four and injuring 88.

It happened south of Cairo, several carriages derailed
(foto Ansa)
(foto Ansa)
The case

AVS: "Italian volunteers tortured in the West Bank, Rome prosecutor's office opens investigation"

Waking up every 20 minutes with light and screams, stripped and put in a filthy cell, kicked: the dramatic stories
Middle East

Rain and floods displace 400,000 people in Gaza: "We risk catastrophe."

The Palestinian Authority (PA) appeals to the UN: "Ensure the entry of essential goods into the Gaza Strip."
(foto Ansa)
(foto Ansa)
Israel

President Herzog gives Eisenkot the task of forming a government: he has 28 days to do so

The prime minister-designate: "This is one of the most fragile moments for our country's democracy. Credible leadership is urgently needed."
Bergamo

Woman found dead in a house: homicide. Her son arrested.

The victim was 71 years old. The Carabinieri are investigating the incident.
L'annuncio del Nobel a Geoffrey Hinton (Ansa-Epa)
L'annuncio del Nobel a Geoffrey Hinton (Ansa-Epa)
technology

Nobel Prize winner Hinton: "I fear an artificial intelligence Chernobyl by 2027."

The computer scientist's "prophecy" to the Guardian: "Perhaps it would have been better if we hadn't developed these systems."
the concert

New Year's Eve in Sassari: The City Council and Zucchero are tweaking the details.

Meanwhile, the administration has awarded the contract for the live performance on December 31st.
(foto Pittau)
(foto Pittau)
The exhibition

Pabillonis, an exhibition on the eleven soldiers who disappeared in the Second World War

A review to give "the names, faces, and stories of those who never returned."
Nicolino Sapio (foto concessa)
Nicolino Sapio (foto concessa)
To learn more

The child forced to hide

A story of emigration in Switzerland in the 1970s
Il Consiglio Direttivo dello Yacht Club Alghero (foto concessa)
Il Consiglio Direttivo dello Yacht Club Alghero (foto concessa)
the project

The season ends, with a positive outcome for the Alghero Yacht Club.

A season dedicated to the sea, sailing and the growth of the Sailing School, which continues to be the flagship of the Alghero club.
Sesta vittoria in casa per la Torres (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
Sesta vittoria in casa per la Torres (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
Soccer

Serie C: Torres unfailing at home, 2-0 win over Latina and fourth place

The sixth victory is signed by Bunino and Corsinelli
S. Aromando (foto G. Marras)
S. Aromando (foto G. Marras)
basketball

Dinamo loses in a sprint in Cividale 70-67

The Sassari team stalls in the final quarter after leading for 30 minutes
Masala e Corsinelli sono in crescita (foto ufficio stampa Pescara)
Masala e Corsinelli sono in crescita (foto ufficio stampa Pescara)
soccer

Serie C: Torres, victory over Latina could lead to fourth place

The Sassari team is in an emergency situation and is asking for help from fans.
In Parlamento

Contracts and relationships for Sardinian businesses: at the Smart City Expo in Barcelona

The three days of international meetings paved the way for pilot projects and collaborations: a positive outcome for the island delegation led by Sardegna Ricerche
Insularità

Sinnai: Thanksgiving Day celebrated in the parish

On the altar the fruits of the earth and the territory: from wine to oil, from fruit to suckling pig.