L´Unione Sarda

West Nile

West Nile fever patient dies at San Martino Hospital in Oristano, the second case of 2026.

He had been hospitalized in recent days with a high fever; laboratory tests confirmed he was positive. The Local Health Authority (ASL) said: "Prevention and information."

Michael Masala

Raccolta differenziata della plastica a Cagliari (L'Unione Sarda)

Environment

Plastic waste collection at risk of chaos in Sardinia: the Region is asking the Government to intervene.

Packaging collections in Southern Sardinia have been suspended. Environment Councilor Laconi writes to Pichetto Fratin: "The island cannot suffer the consequences of market dynamics that affect the entire national recycling system."

the protest

The procession for the patron saint was blocked by protesters: tensions escalate in Macomer.

Fifty people obstructed the procession, arguing over the route chosen by the parish priest. They risk criminal charges.

Francesco Oggianu

The operation

An armored vehicle attack was foiled; the gang's code was: "Let's go pick up the kids from daycare."

The preliminary investigations judge's order details the background to the Mobile Squad investigation that foiled the robbery in San Gavino.

Francesco Pinna

the story

A house destroyed by fire in San Gregorio: "Decades of sacrifice in ashes." A wave of solidarity.

Donations pour in for the Paglietti family: the €20,000 goal has almost been reached in just a few hours.

controls

Quartu, reckless overtaking and speeding on the coast: a 21-year-old reported.

The young man, who tested positive for alcohol, burned the police stop sign and fled. A metal bar was also found in the car.

to Pyrrhus

Car caught fire at roundabout, slip road closed for Highway 131

The prompt intervention of the firefighters allowed the flames to be extinguished in a short time.

Alessandra Ragas

San Gregorio: paesaggio spettrale dopo l'incendio (Serreli)

the controls

San Gregorio-Sinnai: Monitoring begins after the fire: Forestry workers and volunteers are monitoring the area for new outbreaks.

The flames have devastated about ten hectares of woodland. Investigations into the arson origin of the blaze continue.

Antonio Serreli

The controls

Guns and drugs, a crackdown on Gallura's nightlife: ten people reported by the Carabinieri

The military is also targeting irregular short-term rentals: in Budoni, two property owners have been reported for failing to report the number of people staying in their properties.

Fabio Ledda

L'attività di prevenzione dei carabinieri (foto carabinieri)

The alarm

Fake Carabiniere Scam: 50 Attempts in Two Days in the Sassari Area

The mayor of Ossi warns: "No police officer will ever ask for money to resolve a road accident or similar incident."

Mariangela Pala

police

Sassari: Man stabs young man and violates house arrest; 44-year-old arrested

He is charged with aggravated assault, illegal possession of a weapon, and escape. Two additional liner lock knives were found in the home.

Emanuele Floris

The competition

Lady Luck kisses Sardinia: €100,000 won in Sanluri, another €54,000 in Olmedo.

The lucky ones who played 10eLotto and Lotto in the competition on Friday 24th July: the Island celebrates

France

Paris knife attack: Attacker says "Allah sent me to kill women."

A 31-year-old man with mental health issues was arrested. Three women were injured, one seriously.

the visit

Meloni in Val Susa: "Organized violence from the No Tav movement, let the judiciary do its utmost."

The Prime Minister and Minister Piantedosi at the construction site devastated by high-speed rail protesters. Schlein: "We stand by the police."

The fire

Peschici, Canadair aircraft still in action. The mayor: "The fire is under control, tourists have returned to their accommodations."

We are working to tame the last outbreaks, then we will count the damages.

USA

Tragic shooting in Seattle: Three dead, five injured, including a two-year-old child

Alarm near Space Needle tower during food festival, one arrest

Un frame tratto da un video che mostra i danni in seguito all'assalto al cantiere della Torino-Lione a Chiomonte (foto via Ansa)

THE BALANCE SHEET

No Tav guerrillas cause one million euros in damages in Chiomonte.

Nearly 450 people identified, 120 injured among policemen, carabinieri and financial police

the post

Fedez after his hospitalization: "Thank you to those who donated the blood that saved me." And he cancels his tour.

The rapper on social media: "Lucky to be under this sky. My body tells me to stop."

the event

The Bellieni Institute celebrates the tenth anniversary of its Philosophical Workshop.

A video and testimonials of activities, seminars, and workshops at the Molineddu Arts Park in Ossi.

Giampiero Marras

Il trombettista statunitense Nicholas Payton

music

Time in Jazz reveals last-minute news

Two concerts in Olbia, new lineups for Nicholas Payton's project, and a performance by Pierpaolo Vacca.

Ilenia Giagnoni

culture

“Balcony Theatre”: windows and balconies become stages

The format created by Stefano Ledda, artistic director of the Teatro del Segno

FRANCESCA TREBINO

the interview

"Because we can all do something": Emanuela Pala talks about her Flotilla

In her book "Ostinata umanità" (Stubborn Humanity), the Sardinian journalist recounts her mission to Gaza and her imprisonment in the Negev.

Ciro Auriemma

the statements

Caprile takes over Cagliari: "Happy to be a leader. Transfer market? I'm only focused on playing."

"I'm happy to be one of the most representative players of such an important team."

Alberto Masu

JuventusÂ? coach Andrea Pirlo during teamÂ?s warm-up before the Italian Serie A soccer match Genoa Cfc vs Juventus Fc at Luigi Ferraris stadium in Genoa, Italy, 13 December 2020 ANSA/SIMONE ARVEDA

the case

Pirlo: "I'm no longer a candidate for the national coach role. I'm disappointed by the controversy." The Russian ambassador expressed his solidarity.

Paolo Maldini is close to resigning, yet another shakeup for the Italian national football team. Abodi: "We need to make up for a poor performance."

Una delle foto più iconiche di Rolando Maran sulla panchina del Cagliari

The interview

Rolando Maran: "Cagliari, joy and regret"

The former Rossoblu coach, now Albania's manager: "It's a shame, because after Lazio we could have bounced back."

Lorenzo Piras

Juventus' coach Andrea Pirlo during the Italian Serie A soccer match Bologna FC vs Juventus FC at Renato Dall'Ara stadium in Bologna, Italy, 23 May 2021. ANSA /ELISABETTA BARACCHI