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Cagliari, a crucial victory: Maldini scores to defeat Lecce

The rossoblù create a lot but then have to suffer in the final minutes
Daniel Maldini esulta per il gol in Cagliari-Lecce (foto Ansa)
Daniel Maldini esulta per il gol in Cagliari-Lecce (foto Ansa)
La leader di +Europa Emma Bonino, durante l'evento con i candidati della lista Stati Uniti d'Europa alle Elezioni Europee, Roma, 17 maggio 2024. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
La leader di +Europa Emma Bonino, durante l'evento con i candidati della lista Stati Uniti d'Europa alle Elezioni Europee, Roma, 17 maggio 2024. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
Rome

Emma Bonino hospitalized: "She's seriously ill but conscious."

The historic radical figure was rushed to Santo Spirito Hospital, but a few months ago she fell ill again. In 2015, she was diagnosed with lung cancer.
mourning

Cagliari, crowds gather in Bonaria to bid farewell to "Gabri and Fili": the parents of a victim dance and cry in the churchyard.

The basilica does not contain friends and relatives of the two eighteen-year-olds who died at Poetto: the last farewell is with white and blue smoke bombs
Il Cagliari esulta per il gol di Paul Mendy contro il Verona (foto Fabio Murru)
Il Cagliari esulta per il gol di Paul Mendy contro il Verona (foto Fabio Murru)
series a

Cagliari-Lecce, the official lineups: Pisacane with his starting eleven

After the experiments in the Italian Cup, the players seen on the pitch in the first two matchdays are back
Atterraggioa cagliari di federica Cossu e sua madre
Atterraggioa cagliari di federica Cossu e sua madre
the return

The two women from Sassari who have been stranded in Poland since May are returning to Sardinia: "Thank you to those who helped us."

Federica Cossu: "I feel a mixture of joy and lightheartedness, but no help from the state." Her mother has risked her life several times.
Incidente sulla 131 Dcn a Siniscola
Incidente sulla 131 Dcn a Siniscola
Siniscola

Fear on the 131 DCN: man loses control, crashes through a barrier and crashes onto the SP 45

The accident occurred this afternoon near Monte Pizzinnu. The driver was taken to the Nuoro emergency room (red code).
La caserma dei carabinieri di Assemini - Assemini 6-10-2008 foto di Angelo Cucca
La caserma dei carabinieri di Assemini - Assemini 6-10-2008 foto di Angelo Cucca
petty crime

Assemini, attempted knife robbery at bus stop: arrested

A woman was threatened and the criminal tried to steal her purse. He was chased away by a passerby and handcuffed by the police.
the initiative

Villaputzu, a human chain for the bridge closed for over a thousand days

A long embrace uniting the two banks of the Flumendosa, meeting on Saturday, September 26th. The committee president: "The situation is extremely serious."
Imbarco del neonato su un volo dell’Aeronautica militare (repertorio)
Imbarco del neonato su un volo dell’Aeronautica militare (repertorio)
The emergency

Italian Air Force: Same Aircraft Saves Two Newborns in Just Hours on Alghero-Turin Flight

A jet from the 31st Wing urgently transported a 2-month-old girl from Sardinia to Piedmont and returned with a 9-month-old boy in imminent danger of death.
the work

Isili: Construction begins at the Mountain Community swimming pool.

Six hundred thousand euros allocated for the roof supported by steel cables
Foto archivio
Foto archivio
the dispute

Cagliari, firefighters protested: "24-hour emergency services at risk."

State of unrest. USB calls workers to a meeting. Nicola Badas reports: "The stress is growing. Coverage isn't guaranteed, and this threatens the safety of the metropolitan area."
epa13218185 US Special Envoy for Peace, Jared Kushner (L), speaks during a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (not pictured) and US Special Envoy for Peace Steve Witkoff (R) at the Mariinsky Palace in Kyiv, Ukraine, 06 September 2026. The US envoys arrived in Kyiv for talks with the Ukrainian president and his team, one day after their visit to Moscow. EPA/SERGEY DOLZHENKO
epa13218185 US Special Envoy for Peace, Jared Kushner (L), speaks during a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (not pictured) and US Special Envoy for Peace Steve Witkoff (R) at the Mariinsky Palace in Kyiv, Ukraine, 06 September 2026. The US envoys arrived in Kyiv for talks with the Ukrainian president and his team, one day after their visit to Moscow. EPA/SERGEY DOLZHENKO
the negotiations

War in Ukraine, Witkoff and Kushner: "Substantial progress." Trump, Putin, and Zelensky held a double round of phone calls.

The Kremlin spokesman speaks of a "small step towards peace" and does not exclude the possibility of resuming trilateral talks.
La Torre Eiffel (Ansa)
La Torre Eiffel (Ansa)
France

"We were hidden from the Indian delegation": Eiffel Tower workers protest

Women employed at the iconic Parisian monument accuse management of making them "disappear." Management denies it.
Lorena Isceri, uccisa dall'ex compagno Federico Vella (Ansa)
Lorena Isceri, uccisa dall'ex compagno Federico Vella (Ansa)
femicide

Lorena Isceri was still alive when her ex threw her from the viaduct: the autopsy's verdict

Initial findings from the ongoing examination at the Institute of Forensic Medicine in Florence
epa13219614 Members of the honor guard carry the coffin during the funeral for Ratko Mladic in Belgrade, Serbia, 07 September 2026. Former Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic, who was convicted of war crimes by the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) in 2017, died on 27 August 2026 at the age of 84. EPA/ANDREJ CUKIC
epa13219614 Members of the honor guard carry the coffin during the funeral for Ratko Mladic in Belgrade, Serbia, 07 September 2026. Former Bosnian Serb general Ratko Mladic, who was convicted of war crimes by the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia (ICTY) in 2017, died on 27 August 2026 at the age of 84. EPA/ANDREJ CUKIC
Serbia

Thousands of people attended the funeral of Ratko Mladic, the "Hangman of Srebrenica," buried next to his daughter, who committed suicide.

The head of the Orthodox Church's homily: "His name will remain in the memory of Serbs; history will judge."
Nella combo, a sinistra Sigfrido Ranucci e a destra Valter Lavitola. 6 luglio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO/CIRO FUSCO
Nella combo, a sinistra Sigfrido Ranucci e a destra Valter Lavitola. 6 luglio 2026. ANSA/ALESSANDRO DI MEO/CIRO FUSCO
the case

Lavitola: "The attack on Ranucci was intended to increase his security detail."

The suspect: "I acted because I needed to protect him." His lawyers: "There is no political motive."
Premio Forum Traiani
Premio Forum Traiani
Fordongianus

A Sardinian among the winners of the "Forum Traiani" Award: Paolo Desogus triumphs in the nonfiction category.

The jury, chaired by Massimo Onofri, awarded the fifth edition's prizes. Special prizes went to Andrea Cortellessa and newcomer Matteo Auciello.
aeroporto Alghero (© SLigios 1997)
aeroporto Alghero (© SLigios 1997)
photograph

Arzachena: Salvatore Ligios's exhibition extended

Album 1 of contemporary art will be presented in the conference room of Vigne Surrau
Cinema in Sardinia

Orgosolo: Between Struggle and Resistance, the Film Festival Returns

The second edition kicks off from Thursday, September 10th to Sunday, September 13th. Guests include director Paolo Benvenuti, and a jury of inmates from Uta Prison will also award prizes.
Culture

Macomer, from the permanent exhibition to the television museum

At the Maart Intermodale there are around 200 exhibits, which tell the story of Italy, starting from 1954
Liam Gallagher (L) and Noel Gallagher of the English rock band Oasis arrive at the Lido Beach for the Venice International Film Festival, in Venice, Italy, 05 September 2026. The 83rd edition of the Venice Film Festival runs from 02 to 12 September 2026. ANSA/ETTORE FERRARI
Liam Gallagher (L) and Noel Gallagher of the English rock band Oasis arrive at the Lido Beach for the Venice International Film Festival, in Venice, Italy, 05 September 2026. The 83rd edition of the Venice Film Festival runs from 02 to 12 September 2026. ANSA/ETTORE FERRARI
the festival

"It Will Happen Tonight": Moretti's romantic return to Venice. And Oasis promise to play Rome.

Noel and Liam Gallagher will be the stars of the world premiere of their reunion documentary, out of competition.
epa12357464 Italy's coach Julio Velasco (R) celebrates with Alessia Orro (L) after defeating Brazil during the FIVB Women's Volleyball World Championship 2025 semifinal match between Italy and Brazil in Bangkok, Thailand, 06 September 2025. EPA/RUNGROJ YONGRIT
epa12357464 Italy's coach Julio Velasco (R) celebrates with Alessia Orro (L) after defeating Brazil during the FIVB Women's Volleyball World Championship 2025 semifinal match between Italy and Brazil in Bangkok, Thailand, 06 September 2025. EPA/RUNGROJ YONGRIT
volleyball

Alessia Orro vents on social media after her European silver medal: "Things don't always go the way you imagined."

The setter from Narbolia and the final loss to Turkey: "When you get to the end, you always want the gold."
Michael Brentan, 24 anni, uno degi giovani cresciuto di più (foto ufficio stampa Grosseto)
Michael Brentan, 24 anni, uno degi giovani cresciuto di più (foto ufficio stampa Grosseto)
Serie C

Torres' dilemma: should they focus on veterans or bring in young talent?

Injuries and a high average age highlight the Sassari team's weaknesses.
Fabio Pisacane, allenatore del Cagliari (foto Valerio Spano)
Fabio Pisacane, allenatore del Cagliari (foto Valerio Spano)
series a

Cagliari-Lecce, probable lineups: Pisacane faces a number of absences.

The third matchday will be played at 6.30pm, but it's already a relegation battle.
Fiorentina's head coach Paolo Vanoli during the Italian serie A soccer match ACF Fiorentina vs SS Lazio at Artemio Franchi Stadium in Florence, Italy, 13 April 2026 ANSA/CLAUDIO GIOVANNINI
Fiorentina's head coach Paolo Vanoli during the Italian serie A soccer match ACF Fiorentina vs SS Lazio at Artemio Franchi Stadium in Florence, Italy, 13 April 2026 ANSA/CLAUDIO GIOVANNINI
soccer

Fiorentina's Grosso leaves: Vanoli returns to the bench.

The first coach of the 2026-2027 championship is out. A shocking start to the tournament for Fiorentina.
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

Ghilarza: Committees and citizens mobilize in defense of healthcare services.

An intense day, marked by worries, requests for immediate answers and the awareness that we are not yet close to a solution