L´Unione Sarda

the investigations

Fraud against Serdiana parish priest: investigations into telephone numbers and money flows

Don Mario Cugusi was contacted by a fake policeman who reported suspicious money movements: the criminal managed to make 69,000 euros disappear.

Carla Zizi

traffic

Cagliari, construction site on Viale La Plaia: traffic jam at the entrance to the city.

Long queues to enter the capital, on a day of considerable influx for the match at the stadium

Richard Spignesi

Schede elettorali per le amministrative (L'Unione Sarda)

At the polls

Local elections: 148 mayors to be elected in Sardinia

The deadline for submitting lists for the vote on June 7th and 8th expired at 12:00.

Personale medico nella postazione di soccorso avanzato (Foto: Areus)

healthcare

Areus is hiring nine doctors to strengthen the 118 emergency service in Sardinia.

General Manager Serusi: "We're also working to strengthen nursing positions."

Le indagini dei Ris, nel riquadro Rosa Bechere (Archivio L'Unione Sarda)

the yellow

Missing pensioner in Olbia, suspects remain silent.

The new investigation into Rosa Bechere's fate remains stalled.

Andrea Busia

Carabinieri

Major drug bust in Pavia: two young men arrested, one Sardinian

A resident of the province of Cagliari, he was arrested red-handed: 19 people under investigation, marijuana and drug greenhouses seized.

Il materiale sequestrato dai carabinieri (foto carabinieri)

drug

Cocaine, ecstasy pills, and methadone at home: arrested in Stintino

The officers, suspicious of his behavior, stopped him. They then searched his person and his home.

Mariangela Pala

Tavolini all’aperto in via De Castro (L'Unione Sarda)

common

Outdoor dining in Oristano, locals are asking for more space: there's a possibility of an exemption.

The 30 square meter limit is considered too restrictive: the possibility of an extension is being evaluated

Marianna Guarna

The accident

Two cars collide head-on in Sassari, leaving injuries

It happened in the hamlet of Li Punti

Emanuele Floris

The initiative

Giorgino, 750 volunteers clean up the beach: "Eight tons of waste collected."

The CleanUp Games 2026 was an unprecedented success. Organizers described it as "one of the largest environmental mobilizations ever seen in Sardinia."

the birthday

Olbia celebrates two new centenarians

Giuliana Catalani and Cora Casula received greetings from the mayor Settimo Nizzi

Tania Careddu

administrative

Mayor of Settimo San Pietro, a two-way battle between Puddu and Pusceddu.

The lists have been filed: here are all the candidates for the June elections.

Raffaele Serreli

Russia

Putin: "The conflict in Ukraine is coming to an end. We are ready for dialogue with the European Union."

Moscow's leader: "Never refuse negotiations with Brussels. I would like former German Chancellor Schroeder as my negotiator."

Il presidente del Movimento 5 Stelle (M5s) Giuseppe Conte durante la festa per i 55 anni del quotidiano Il Manifesto, presso il Teatro India, Roma, 26 aprile 2026. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI

the M5S leader

Giuseppe Conte underwent surgery: "A delicate procedure, I feared the worst."

The former prime minister: "Thank God, I'm fine now. Grateful for the bipartisan solidarity."

the statements

Iran breaks its silence on Khamenei: "He has injuries to his kneecap and back, and is keeping a low profile for his safety."

The wounds he sustained during the US and Israeli attacks: "He is in good health and will reveal himself at the appropriate time."

Le forbici dimenticate nell'addome della donna (Foto Ansa)

Medical malpractice

Surgeon leaves scissors in patient's abdomen, discovered seven months later

It happened during an operation in a clinic in Naples, the doctor was reported

Esterno del Padiglione Russia, alla Biennale Arte 61, Venezia 5 maggio 2026. ANSA/ANDREA MEROLA

the case

Biennale: Russian Pavilion closed after controversy; performances on a monitor

Visitors take selfies in front of the facility, which is guarded by law enforcement. But no protests.

The exhibition

Sardinian photographer Roberto Pili exhibits at the sixth edition of the Hip Hop Cinefest in Rome.

It will be the protagonist at Fusolab on May 15th and 16th 2026

The memory

Ten years since the passing of Pinuccio Sciola, art and events in San Sperate to remember him.

A series of initiatives scheduled between May and June

at the cinema

The Devil Wears Prada 2: After the unstoppable debut, new information emerges regarding some deleted scenes.

The film confirms itself as the best opening of this first half of 2026, even surpassing the box office hit "Michael" in Italy.

Giovanni Scanu

the event

Daniela Ferolla inaugurates the Porto Cervo Wine and Food Festival 2026

Carraro: "We are an important organization created by the Aga Khan's vision."

Ilenia Giagnoni

Show

The semi-finals of the Bodie Rock Music Contest, a competition for emerging bands, will take place at the Fabrik in Cagliari.

The aim of the competition is to promote the visibility of the groups at a local level

Enrico Melis Costa

tennis

Rome, Sinner wins his debut, defeating Ofner in straight sets.

At the Italian Internationals, the Italian defeated the Austrian in straight sets. The match ended 6-3, 6-4.

Il match winner Di Stefano (foto Torres)

The race

Serie C play-offs: Torres' win against Bra puts safety a step closer.

The decisive goal was scored in the first half by striker Di Stefano

Giampiero Marras

tennis

Italian Open: Paolini eliminated by Mertens. She's now out of the top 10.

The Italian, reigning champion, loses to the Belgian in three sets and leaves the tournament

Veduta dall'alto dello stadio Buoncammino di Santa Teresa (foto Ilenia Giagnoni)

soccer

Excellency, Santa Teresa at the last bend

To avoid defeat against Buddusò, it will be enough not to lose by more than 2 goals.