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ULTIM'ORA

Clash over suitable areas, the Region challenges the national law: "Our Statute has been violated."

The Constitutional Court, after having rejected regional law 20 and the Sardinian moratorium, is once again called upon to express its opinion on the issue of renewables.
Parco eolico di Durazzano in provincia di Benevent, 18 Febbraio 2022. ANSA/CESARE ABBATE
Parco eolico di Durazzano in provincia di Benevent, 18 Febbraio 2022. ANSA/CESARE ABBATE
the process

Raduano and the escape from Badu 'e Carros: "Planned for years, here are the Sardinians who helped me. I repaid my debt with a murder."

The story of the Gargano mafia boss, now a justice collaborator, who escaped from Nuoro prison in February 2023.
Automobilisti al distributore (Ansa)
Automobilisti al distributore (Ansa)
the complaint

Diesel price increases continue: "Self-service stations in Sardinia cost €2.10 per liter despite the decree."

Adiconsum: "Price lists were adjusted upwards before the excise tax cuts were implemented. More controls and sanctions against speculation are needed."
Danni a Teheran dopo un raid (Ansa-Epa)
Danni a Teheran dopo un raid (Ansa-Epa)
the war

Six countries have a plan to reopen Hormuz, including Italy. Tehran threatens: "You will be complicit in the aggression."

The conflict in the Middle East continues, and Donald Trump is considering sending millions of troops to launch a ground operation. More than a thousand people have died in Lebanon.
Un impianto eolico off shore (Archivio)
Un impianto eolico off shore (Archivio)
energy

Offshore wind power: Sardinia turns a new page

Prime Minister Meloni's words hit the nail on the head. Pittalis (FI) and Deidda (FdI): "Enough with the increased costs for citizens." Frau (United for Todde): "But let's not use this as a pretext for increased pressure on the local community."
Il tribunale di Sassari (Archivio)
Il tribunale di Sassari (Archivio)
the process

Sassari, investigation into rigged university tenders: acquittal requested for 11 defendants

These are university professors, grant holders and researchers accused of ideological forgery and disturbed freedom of auctions.
court

Preliminary hearing in the Mameli murder case in Lanusei: 28-year-old suspect absent

The preliminary hearing judge must decide whether to send Giampaolo Migali to trial for the crime committed in Bari Sardo on March 1, 2025.
finance in action

Cagliari, raid on the local market: one arrested for heroin and cocaine dealing.

The owner of a chicken stand was arrested on drug dealing charges. Half a pound of drugs and €3,500 in cash were seized.
Cagliari 21 gennaio . la statale 195 dopo il ciclone Harry - S. Anedda Endrich
Cagliari 21 gennaio . la statale 195 dopo il ciclone Harry - S. Anedda Endrich
the resolution

Sardinia extends state of emergency following Cyclone Harry

The extraordinary measures have been extended. The extension is also expected to include municipalities in northern and western Sardinia.
I cinque cuccioli abbandonati a Simaxis (foto concessa)
I cinque cuccioli abbandonati a Simaxis (foto concessa)
the drama

Simaxis: Five puppies trapped in a bag and thrown away.

They were newborns, still soaked. Two didn't make it, a third is fighting for his life.
(foto carabinieri)
(foto carabinieri)
Carabinieri

A 33-year-old man escapes house arrest after being "trapped" by an electronic bracelet. He was arrested in Oristano.

Found at his parents' house, he first tried to hide in a closet, then he pushed the soldiers away
the arrest

Man arrested for robbery and kidnapping in Tempio Pausania confesses; hunt for mastermind underway

A mysterious attack on a shopkeeper, the criminal could not even live in the city
the controls

Sassari, the police commissioner has closed a slot machine hall

There was no security, so even minors could enter, and it was open at unauthorized times.
Analisi (foto ANSA)
Analisi (foto ANSA)
Great Britain

Meningitis crisis among students in Britain continues to grow, with cases rising to 27.

Kent health authorities have already confirmed 15 infections, the other 12 are still under investigation
Carabinieri (foto archivio)
Carabinieri (foto archivio)
Venice

Prada store burglary: shoes worth hundreds of thousands of euros stolen

A gang of seven people took action, having broken into the entrance to the Dolo factory with some vehicles.
Una foto combo con le immagini tratte dai profili Facebook di Vincenzo Dongellini, 49 anni, e Valentina Sarto, 42 e del luogo del delitto a Bergamo. L'uomo avrebbe ucciso la moglie e avrebbe poi tentato, invano, di togliersi la vita. Roma, 18 marzo 2026. ANSA / MARAVIGLIA / FACEBOOK +++ ATTENZIONE: L'ANSA NON POSSIEDE I DIRITTI DI QUESTA FOTO CHE NON PUO' ESSERE PUBBLICATA SENZA L'AUTORIZZAZIONE DELLA FONTE DI ORIGINE CUI SI RINVIA +++ NPK +++
Una foto combo con le immagini tratte dai profili Facebook di Vincenzo Dongellini, 49 anni, e Valentina Sarto, 42 e del luogo del delitto a Bergamo. L'uomo avrebbe ucciso la moglie e avrebbe poi tentato, invano, di togliersi la vita. Roma, 18 marzo 2026. ANSA / MARAVIGLIA / FACEBOOK +++ ATTENZIONE: L'ANSA NON POSSIEDE I DIRITTI DI QUESTA FOTO CHE NON PUO' ESSERE PUBBLICATA SENZA L'AUTORIZZAZIONE DELLA FONTE DI ORIGINE CUI SI RINVIA +++ NPK +++
the drama

Femicide in Bergamo: Valentina Sarto stabbed to death by her husband

Vincenzo Dongellini later attempted suicide. He is now under guard in the hospital.
L'ospedale Maria Vittoria di Torino (Ansa)
L'ospedale Maria Vittoria di Torino (Ansa)
the tragedy

Turin, one-year-old baby suffocates to death while mother is in hospital giving birth

The little boy was at home with his aunt: rushing to the same hospital where his mother was giving birth to another child was useless.
Crime

Leatherheads raid a gang ready to attack armored vehicles

Large-scale police operation in the Modena area: one officer injured, over ten arrested
Persico, Salis e Ferraro durante la presentazione del Premio Costa Smeralda 2026
Persico, Salis e Ferraro durante la presentazione del Premio Costa Smeralda 2026
literature

Costa Smeralda Award: Here are the nominees

Competing for fiction are Ammaniti, Barbato and Ferrari, while Camurri, Cavarero and Moro compete in non-fiction.
I bastioni di Alghero
I bastioni di Alghero
the initiative

Alghero celebrates language and identity: the Correllengua Agermanat arrives

The event will also be an opportunity to reveal the program for the 2026 edition of the Festa de Sant Joan de la Porta Llatina.
Gli studenti (Andrea Scano)
Gli studenti (Andrea Scano)
the project

Sulcis and Germany are getting closer: Erasmus Plus exchange students.

The experience comes from the Angioy High School in Carbonia
Il riconoscimento (foto concessa)
Il riconoscimento (foto concessa)
the victory

Sassari triumphs at Automotoretrò: "Il Volante" wins for the "Scala di Giocca-Osilo" event.

The recognition received is that of the ASI Solidale Award of the prestigious Vittorio Zanon Award
the stadium

Arzachena: After the New Year's Eve concert with Achille Lauro, the lawn at the "Biagio Pirina" stadium was damaged.

The Municipality is taking action with an extraordinary contribution for the restoration
Fabio Pisacane (foto Gaggini)
Fabio Pisacane (foto Gaggini)
towards the match

Cagliari-Napoli, Pisacane: "Heart and soul on the pitch, we want to redeem ourselves."

The Rossoblu coach is back with his head held high after the defeat in Pisa and is trying to show his strength: "We're all united towards the goal."
Michael Bambang Hartono (foto Ansa)
Michael Bambang Hartono (foto Ansa)
soccer

Como owner Michael Bambang Hartono dies

The Indonesian businessman died at the age of 86: he was the club's main shareholder together with his brother Robert
Maurizio Mariani, arbitro di Cagliari-Napoli (foto Ansa)
Maurizio Mariani, arbitro di Cagliari-Napoli (foto Ansa)
series a

Cagliari-Napoli: Mariani is the referee for the big match at the Domus.

The thirtieth day of the championship will open at 6.30 pm on Friday
La gara di semifinale tra Castiadas e Arborea
La gara di semifinale tra Castiadas e Arborea
regional football

Castiadas reaches the Coppa Italia final: "We're proud of you."

Mayor Murgioni: "An important milestone for our entire community."
In Parlamento
Alessia Secchi
Alessia Secchi

Olbia, the city of 30, is the focus of a study by a young graduate from Cagliari.

Alessia Secchi's thesis on mobility planning
Insularità
Tampone Covid (foto Ansa)
Tampone Covid (foto Ansa)

Cagliari: Flags at half-mast in the Regional Council to remember the victims of Covid.

Today, the tragedy of the pandemic seems distant, yet only six years have passed. On the island, 2,947 deaths.