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Cagliari's goal was disallowed by the post, and the match against Lazio ended 0-0.

Mina was sent off at the end for a second yellow card: he will miss the match against Parma
Marco Palestra contrastato da Mattia Zaccagni (a sinistra) e Kenneth Taylor in Cagliari-Lazio (foto Ansa)
Marco Palestra contrastato da Mattia Zaccagni (a sinistra) e Kenneth Taylor in Cagliari-Lazio (foto Ansa)
L'ospedale San Francesco di Nuoro (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
L'ospedale San Francesco di Nuoro (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
the assault

Border frictions erupt in Sarule, with a fight between relatives: one injured by a scythe blow.

The Carabinieri are investigating; at the height of the argument, the four faced each other armed with agricultural tools.
Analisi sulla dermatite bovina
Analisi sulla dermatite bovina
the provision

Bovine dermatitis, restrictions lifted in Sardinia. Todde: "This is the result of coordinated efforts between the Region, the Local Health Authority, and farmers."

The revocation comes after veterinary checks and high vaccination coverage. Compensation requests will begin on March 2nd.
Il funerale di Tonino Pireddu (G. Locci)
Il funerale di Tonino Pireddu (G. Locci)
the funeral

Orani, a huge crowd gathered to pay their last respects to Tonino Pireddu. The parish priest said, "He will watch over you from heaven."

The priest's words to his family and partner, Manuela Porcheddu. Then he appealed: "Let's try to restore human values."
the arrest

A €300,000 theft in Cagliari: a 50-year-old man arrested, betrayed by his cap at the crime scene.

The man confessed and returned part of the stolen goods, investigations continue: hunt for his accomplice
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.
Le fiamme divorano le auto in via Fleming
Le fiamme divorano le auto in via Fleming
the fire

Tortolì, arsonists in action: two cars destroyed on Monte Attu

The perpetrators of the raid targeted a worker's Fiat Multipla
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."
Il tribunale di Sassari (Archivio)
Il tribunale di Sassari (Archivio)
court

Fonnese Shepherd puppy killed in Oschiri sentenced to eight months

The accused businessman denies the accusation and appeals.
Stretta di mano tra il sindaco Milia e i quattro carabinieri
Stretta di mano tra il sindaco Milia e i quattro carabinieri
the story

Milia thanks the Carabinieri after the rescue at Poetto Beach in Quartu.

The soldiers had jumped into the sea to rescue a boy who had jumped after having an accident at the Bussola roundabout.
drug

Serdiana, under house arrest with a bracelet but dealing drugs: 29-year-old Cagliari native in trouble

The Carabinieri seized 47 grams of marijuana and a small amount of hashish.
Nella notte tra il 20 e il 21, sono stati imbrattati con svastiche e simboli nazisti i pilastri del cancello e le pareti del complesso di via Bodoni 96, Testaccio, Roma 21 febbraio 2026. ANSA/FABIO FRUSTACI
Nella notte tra il 20 e il 21, sono stati imbrattati con svastiche e simboli nazisti i pilastri del cancello e le pareti del complesso di via Bodoni 96, Testaccio, Roma 21 febbraio 2026. ANSA/FABIO FRUSTACI
Rome

Swastikas on the walls of the "C'è ancora domani" courtyard: the ANPI's complaint

A demonstration has been announced involving the Democratic Party, the Italian Socialist Party (AVS), the Italian General Confederation of Labour (CGIL), and the Italian Communist Party (PRC). AMA is cleaning up the mess.
epa12760214 US President Donald Trump reacts after speaking at an economic event at Coosa Steel Corporation in Rome, Georgia, USA, 19 February 2026. The event is being held in northwest Georgia's 14th Congressional District, which was formerly represented by Marjorie Taylor Greene. EPA/ERIK S. LESSER
epa12760214 US President Donald Trump reacts after speaking at an economic event at Coosa Steel Corporation in Rome, Georgia, USA, 19 February 2026. The event is being held in northwest Georgia's 14th Congressional District, which was formerly represented by Marjorie Taylor Greene. EPA/ERIK S. LESSER
USA

Trump raises global tariffs from 10% to 15%: "Effective immediately."

A crackdown that reflects the president's anger over the heavy rejection he suffered from the Supreme Court.
L'ex principe Andrea (foto Hollie Adams / POOL / AFP)
L'ex principe Andrea (foto Hollie Adams / POOL / AFP)
the investigations

Third day of searches for former Prince Andrew, as the Lolita Express investigation intensifies.

Scotland Yard questioned Royal Security officers in connection with the investigation into the girls received at the Palace: approximately 80 between the 1990s and 2018.
Marco Lollobrigida (Ansa)
Marco Lollobrigida (Ansa)
the case

"Let's avoid the Israeli crew": the off-air commentary gaffe in Milan Cortina.

Rai Sport interim head Lollobrigida apologizes: "This is an unacceptable statement. Internal investigations have begun."
Patrizia, la mamma del piccolo Domenico, il bimbo ricoverato in gravissime condizioni dopo il trapianto di un cuore danneggiato all'ospedale Monaldi di Napoli, 18 febbraio 2026. ANSA
Patrizia, la mamma del piccolo Domenico, il bimbo ricoverato in gravissime condizioni dopo il trapianto di un cuore danneggiato all'ospedale Monaldi di Napoli, 18 febbraio 2026. ANSA
the drama

Little Domenico has died. His mother: "Now I want justice."

The situation worsened during the night, the two-year-old boy who received a heart transplant that was "a block of ice" did not make it.
Marrubiu una immagine della scorsa edizione ( foto concessa)
Marrubiu una immagine della scorsa edizione ( foto concessa)
carnival

Marrubiu, everything is ready for the big "Su Marrulleri" celebration.

Everything is ready for the large allegorical floats coming from all over the island
Lo stand di Barumini
Lo stand di Barumini
TOURISM

Barumini and Marmilla at the Munich Fair: "The German market's view of Sardinia"

Emanuele Lilliu: "Participation in national and international trade fairs and events is the heart of our Foundation's work."
Il cucciolo Punch con il peluche (frame da video Ansa)
Il cucciolo Punch con il peluche (frame da video Ansa)
the story

Rejected at birth, he is adopted by a stuffed animal "mother": the story of Punch the macaque.

Small and defenseless, the cub lives in a zoo near Tokyo. Seeking maternal contact, he is never separated from his orangutan-shaped toy.
Foto Elia Gabassi
Foto Elia Gabassi
the event

Ussana, "Sottosuono" debuts at Campidarte on February 28th.

The festival is dedicated to underground music and culture, with a first edition dedicated to the prison issue
The farewell

The island's rock music scene is in mourning: Massimo Antonucci has died.

He was the leader of one of the historic bands of the Cagliari scene of the 80s: Physique du Rôle
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
Lucina Cellino
Lucina Cellino

Aidda Sardegna: Lucina Cellino reappointed as president

The association of female entrepreneurs and business leaders has renewed its Board of Directors, in keeping with the previous three-year term. Its objectives include collaborative networks, advanced training programs, and opportunities for qualified discussion.