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Milan-Cortina, the Olympic flame lights up Sardinia: the finish line in Porto Torres

We set off this morning from Olbia, followed by a long journey to Nuoro. Tomorrow, more stops on the island.
Olbia, raid incendiario nella notte (foto Busia)
Olbia, raid incendiario nella notte (foto Busia)
In the night

Olbia, arson attack on a repair shop: three vehicles damaged, extensive damage.

The Carabinieri are on site, investigations are underway
L'incendio nella chiesa del Cristo Re a Valledoria (foto concessa)
L'incendio nella chiesa del Cristo Re a Valledoria (foto concessa)
The funds

Valledoria, the Church of Christ the King will be restored

Destroyed by two arson attacks on January 5th and 8th
L'incendio a Li Punti a Sassari (foto vigili del fuoco)
L'incendio a Li Punti a Sassari (foto vigili del fuoco)
The fire

Sassari, bar on fire overnight in Li Punti

Firefighters intervened on Via Era, causing serious damage to the business.
L'incidente a Olbia (foto vigili del fuoco)
L'incidente a Olbia (foto vigili del fuoco)
The accident

Olbia, crash on Viale Aldo Moro: two injured in hospital

Two cars were involved, and the drivers were extricated from the wreckage. Firefighters, paramedics, and traffic police were on scene.
La scuola (Foto Sara Pinna)
La scuola (Foto Sara Pinna)
The alarm

Cabras, new acts of vandalism at the middle school on Via Trieste.

With the window destroyed and the fire extinguisher emptied, the prefect convenes the Committee for Public Order and Safety.
Ospedale Santissima Annunziata a Sassari
Ospedale Santissima Annunziata a Sassari
Healthcare

Sassari, a patient thanks the doctors and nurses at Santissima Annunziata Hospital: "They saved my life."

The story of a 66-year-old man treated in the Nephrology department from November 27th to December 6th: "I was at risk of dying from an infection, but they were incredibly professional."
La caserma dei carabinieri di Quartu
La caserma dei carabinieri di Quartu
Stalking

Quartu, 45-year-old man threatens and stalks ex-partner; house arrest placed him under 45-year-old arrest.

The woman reported a series of stalking behaviors that lasted approximately three years
Il Commissariato di Olbia (Archivio)
Il Commissariato di Olbia (Archivio)
the investigation

Olbia: American actress under investigation for her daughter's abduction. She is in a secure facility "for her safety."

An international case, which the American embassy is also dealing with: the measure was triggered while mother and daughter were in a B&B on the island
I rifiuti in località Sa Sedda
I rifiuti in località Sa Sedda
ecology

Santu Lussurgiu, illegal landfill discovered in the countryside

Concrete mixers, inert materials and construction waste, scrap metal and even the carcass of an old wheelchair were abandoned in the Sa Sedda area.
I militari nello scalo di Porto Torres (Foto Guardia di Finanza)
I militari nello scalo di Porto Torres (Foto Guardia di Finanza)
Sardinia

Porto Torres, man violates the ban on leaving: arrested upon disembarkation

The 52-year-old man arriving from a town in Emilia Romagna was taken to Bancali prison.
La famiglia Deidda
La famiglia Deidda
The story

Mandas: The Deidda family inaugurates the town's first winery.

Almost four hectares of quality vineyards and a restored building in the historic center where grapes are transformed into wine.
Militari in servizio (Foto carabinieri)
Militari in servizio (Foto carabinieri)
Carabinieri

Gonnosfanadiga, man who assaults his mother and threatens the police: arrested

The 26-year-old also hit his brother who tried to defend the woman
epa12586980 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado (L), accompanied by Deputy Leader of the Norwegian Nobel Committee Asle Toje (R), arrives at the Grand Hotel after her audience at the Palace in Oslo, Norway, 12 December 2025. She received the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy. EPA/OLE BERG-RUSTEN NORWAY OUT
epa12586980 Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Corina Machado (L), accompanied by Deputy Leader of the Norwegian Nobel Committee Asle Toje (R), arrives at the Grand Hotel after her audience at the Palace in Oslo, Norway, 12 December 2025. She received the Nobel Peace Prize 2025 for her tireless work promoting democratic rights for the people of Venezuela and for her struggle to achieve a just and peaceful transition from dictatorship to democracy. EPA/OLE BERG-RUSTEN NORWAY OUT
Venezuela

Machado's escape to Oslo, orchestrated by the CIA and secret services

The "libertadora", as her supporters call her, put on a wig and, escorted by two men, left her hideout in Caracas.
Luigi Di Maio
Luigi Di Maio
The indiscretion

The UN wants Di Maio as special coordinator for the Middle East, and the government approves.

The position would also include appointment as Deputy Secretary-General of the UN
A sinistra Steve Witkoff (foto Ansa/Epa)
A sinistra Steve Witkoff (foto Ansa/Epa)
the negotiations

"Witkoff in Berlin this weekend": US envoy to meet Zelensky and European leaders

Crucial appointment as the White House pushes for a deal to end the war with Russia by the end of the year
Giorgia Meloni e Volodymyr Zelensky (archivio)
Giorgia Meloni e Volodymyr Zelensky (archivio)
War

Palazzo Chigi: "Decision on Russian assets not open to qualified majority"

The Italian Government confirms its support for the Regulation, but underlines the need to continue exploring alternative solutions to ensure financial support to Ukraine.
Beirut (Ansa)
Beirut (Ansa)
Middle East

Beirut: "Israel is preparing an operation against Hezbollah."

Lebanese Foreign Minister: "We fear a large-scale attack."
Campidarte

Ussana, Cagliari's Lindy Circus presents "CampiSwing"

The workshop "Let's play the steal dance!" is scheduled.
the event

Grand finale on Sunday for "Music That Goes Round"

At the Teatro Massimo: a double show for children with the Interzone Spin-Off quartet.
L'accensione della torcia olimpica a Porto Torres (foto Pala)
L'accensione della torcia olimpica a Porto Torres (foto Pala)
the flame

Porto Torres, a large crowd cheers the departure of the Olympic Torch

The organization's vehicles, together with motorcyclists and state police cars, will act as escorts.
Peter Greene in Pulp Fiction (foto da frame video)
Peter Greene in Pulp Fiction (foto da frame video)
The actor

Peter Greene, Pulp Fiction's Zed, Found Dead at Home in New York

With approximately 95 films to his credit, he has also starred in “The Mask,” “Laws of Gravity,” “Clean, Shaven,” “Blue Streak,” and “Training Day.”
La mostra (foto concessa)
La mostra (foto concessa)
The exhibition

Twelve artists and a journey into the female archetype: Oristano opens "M-Aria"

A creative journey dedicated to lightness and the many nuances of femininity
Luca Mazzitelli (Ansa)
Luca Mazzitelli (Ansa)
series a

Atalanta-Cagliari, Pisacane calls up 24 players: Mina is out, Mazzitelli returns.

The midfielder is back after almost a month out, while the Colombian is still out.
Antonino Musso con 4 reti è il goleador della squadra (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
Antonino Musso con 4 reti è il goleador della squadra (foto Torres-A. Sanna)
Serie C

Torres in Gubbio for the penultimate round of the first leg

The Sassari team is looking for a victory that has been missing for 16 rounds
La Juventus in campo (Ansa)
La Juventus in campo (Ansa)
The club

Tether Offers $1.1 Billion for Juventus; Exor Refuses

The company led by Paolo Ardoino aims for the majority
Un momento dell'incontro (foto ufficio stampa)
Un momento dell'incontro (foto ufficio stampa)
the lessons

Former boxing champion Salvatore Erittu's school tour continues.

A life story and advice on emotions, sports, listening, and sharing.
In Parlamento
Sassari, consegna degli encomi (Foto carabinieri)
Sassari, consegna degli encomi (Foto carabinieri)

Sassari, commendations to the Carabinieri: the commander of the Sardinian Legion is in the city.

Brigadier General Francesco Rizzo presented the awards for the activities carried out by the military in the area.
Insularità
Carabinieri in Alta uniforme a Cagliari
Carabinieri in Alta uniforme a Cagliari

Cagliari: Carabinieri in full uniforms march through the city center streets for Christmas.

Soldiers on horseback ride through the streets of the capital