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ULTIM'ORA

Francesca Deidda's murder: Sollai's life sentence confirmed, with the aggravating circumstance of cruelty ruled out.

Appeal verdict in the San Sperate crime: no compensation for the victim's uncles, yes to compensation for the brother.
L'aula della Corte d'Appello e, nei riquadri, Francesca Deidda e Igor Sollai
L'aula della Corte d'Appello e, nei riquadri, Francesca Deidda e Igor Sollai
Umberto Bossi partecipa alla cerimonia della deposizione della targa a S.Fruttuoso di Camogli il 4 agosto 1996. ANSA / CARLO FERRARO
Umberto Bossi partecipa alla cerimonia della deposizione della targa a S.Fruttuoso di Camogli il 4 agosto 1996. ANSA / CARLO FERRARO
the ceremony

Farewell to Umberto Bossi: the funeral will be held Sunday in Pontida, a symbolic place for the League.

The family's decision "to share the final stage with the people of Padania and the great Northern League family."
Le ricerche, nei tondi Giovannino Pinna e Davide Calvia (L'Unione Sarda)
Le ricerche, nei tondi Giovannino Pinna e Davide Calvia (L'Unione Sarda)
the investigation

Asinara shipwreck: Giovannino Pinna's indictment requested: "He killed Davide Calvia."

A sensational turn of events three years after the events: the 38-year-old, according to the prosecution, fatally stabbed his cousin and threw his body into the sea to simulate drowning.
Pronto soccorso e reparto pieno, pazienti bloccati all’esterno dell’ospedale di Nuoro.
Pronto soccorso e reparto pieno, pazienti bloccati all’esterno dell’ospedale di Nuoro.
healthcare

The long odyssey for an ultrasound: 11-year-old girl tossed from Nuoro to Olbia

First the call to the CUP: "The lists are full, there's a long wait." Then the futile rush to the hospitals: the test still hasn't been done, and the little girl can't walk.
(ARCHIVIO) Italian soldiers from the Sassari Brigade, operate a checkpoint in Nasiriyah, Iraq on Friday, 26 December, 2003. ANSA /Stefan ZAKLIN
(ARCHIVIO) Italian soldiers from the Sassari Brigade, operate a checkpoint in Nasiriyah, Iraq on Friday, 26 December, 2003. ANSA /Stefan ZAKLIN
the live broadcast

NATO withdraws from Iraq, Trump attacks his allies: "Cowards, we'll remember this."

Twenty-first day of war in the Middle East, Mojtaba Khamenei speaks out again: "Creating insecurity for our enemies."
L’ospedale di Lanusei
L’ospedale di Lanusei
healthcare

Successful transplants: Three lives saved with organs donated by an 83-year-old woman from Ogliastra.

The kidneys and liver had been removed two weeks ago: two recipients were from Sardinia, the third from Milan.
L'Unione Sarda English

Show off your talent: join us at Forte Village's Career Day.

Palazzo Doglio, March 24 and 25, 2026
Olbia

Skipper dies on yacht in Portisco, lethal gas leaking from a hole in the bed where he slept

Giovanni Marchionni, here are the results of the tests on the boat: concentrations of hydrogen sulfide "dangerous" for humans.
(foto Corpo forestale)
(foto Corpo forestale)
Forestry Corps

Nets and deadly snap traps: one person reported for poaching in Sulcis

A kestrel and a barn owl were immediately released, and all illegal trapping systems were removed and seized.
Aeroporto di Alghero (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Aeroporto di Alghero (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Transportation

Airports moving toward a single holding company, Michele Pais: "Clarity on the confidential dossier and immediate public discussion"

"The future of the airport system is being decided without transparency and without a real dialogue with the local communities."
Il progetto sul Lago Mulargia
Il progetto sul Lago Mulargia
The funds

Siurgus Donigala boosts tourism and nature: €350,000 for Lake Mulargia and the Cavanatzu Forest.

Two projects to encourage sports, recreational, and tourism-environmental activities for residents and visitors
La galleria “Santu Antinu” a Sedilo (foto Anas)
La galleria “Santu Antinu” a Sedilo (foto Anas)
duck

The "Santu Antinu" tunnel in Sedilo has been modernized, completing the upgrade of the branch towards Abbasanta.

From Tuesday 24 March until 1 April traffic will be closed in both directions to prepare for the work to be moved to the other side.
Chuck Norris (Ansa)
Chuck Norris (Ansa)
the farewell

Chuck Norris has died, his family announces: "Grateful for the life he lived."

The American actor and martial arts champion, famous for the series "Walker, Texas Ranger", was 86 years old.
Parco degli Acquedotti Roma (foto ANSA)
Parco degli Acquedotti Roma (foto ANSA)
The tragedy

Rome: A farmhouse collapses in the Parco degli Acquedotti, killing two.

The victims are a man and a woman: the causes of the collapse are still unclear.
(foto Ansa/Epa)
(foto Ansa/Epa)
The emergency

Meningitis outbreak in England continues, with confirmed cases rising to 29.

Long lines to get vaccinated, and family members of some young people complain: "Our children are exposed to the virus, but there's no prophylaxis."
Vincenzo Dongellini e Valentina Sarto (foto via Ansa)
Vincenzo Dongellini e Valentina Sarto (foto via Ansa)
Bergamo

Valentina Sarto killed with multiple stab wounds, her husband refuses to respond to prosecutors.

Mother Lia Ventura's grief: "I'm sorry I didn't protect you."
Il giornalista e conduttore Sigfrido Ranucci posa per i fotografi nello studio del programma televisivo della Rai Â?ReportÂ?, Roma, 07 novembre 2025. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
Il giornalista e conduttore Sigfrido Ranucci posa per i fotografi nello studio del programma televisivo della Rai Â?ReportÂ?, Roma, 07 novembre 2025. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
Mantua

Two Report reporters were attacked: "The video camera was smashed by blows from an iron rod."

They are Giulia Innocenzi and Giovanni De Faveri, reported by the Carabinieri and investigations are underway
Vincenzo Cannova (foto Sirigu)
Vincenzo Cannova (foto Sirigu)
the appointment

Senorbì: words and launeddas to tell the story of "Loving is not enough."

The author of the novel Vincenzo Cannova was also present at the event.
Simon Dreams In Violet (foto concessa)
Simon Dreams In Violet (foto concessa)
The concerts

Simon Dreams In Violet Heads to Island

The cult band from Rome to Sardinia: three dates in Olbia, Carbonia, and Cagliari.
La torre aragonese in acciaio (foto concessa)
La torre aragonese in acciaio (foto concessa)
the gift

The Aragonese Steel Tower, Daniele Salis's Last Gift

The artist used the tools of the trade and the precious material of corten steel which distinguishes his works.
Yasmin Bradi foto (concessa - credit Gianni Senes)
Yasmin Bradi foto (concessa - credit Gianni Senes)
the path

"Aiguamare": Music, spirituality, and roots in Yasmin Bradi's new project.

The single Aigua Mare will be released on Sunday 22 March, an expression of the deep bond between the singer-songwriter from Alghero and her land.
La Maddalena, operatori in azione (Foto Ronchi)
La Maddalena, operatori in azione (Foto Ronchi)
radio

La Maddalena, between history and passion: Maritele has returned to connect Sardinia with the world.

The initiative involved 16 special radio stations and over one hundred radio amateurs
Sebastiano Esposito esulta con Zé Pedro per il gol in Cagliari-Como (foto Ansa)
Sebastiano Esposito esulta con Zé Pedro per il gol in Cagliari-Como (foto Ansa)
series a

Cagliari-Napoli: Probable Lineups: Esposito Returns, Palestra Left

The match against Napoli starts at 6:30 PM: the left flank needs to be reinvented due to the absences of Idrissi and Obert.
Fabio Grosso, allenatore Sassuolo (foto ANSA)
Fabio Grosso, allenatore Sassuolo (foto ANSA)
Serie A

Whooping cough outbreak at Sassuolo: Grosso in emergency situation against Juventus

Six infected people in the black-green team group: at the moment the League is not considering the possibility of postponing the match.
Marco Palestra del Cagliari, alla prima convocazione con l'Italia (foto Ansa)
Marco Palestra del Cagliari, alla prima convocazione con l'Italia (foto Ansa)
national

World Cup Playoffs: Palestra receives first call-up, Caprile is also on Gattuso's list.

The coach calls the rossoblù duo for the match against Northern Ireland and the possible final
Bologna’s players celebrate the victory at the end of the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 2st leg match AS Roma vs Bologna FC at the Olimpico stadium in Rome, Italy, 19 March 2026. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
Bologna’s players celebrate the victory at the end of the UEFA Europa League Round of 16 2st leg match AS Roma vs Bologna FC at the Olimpico stadium in Rome, Italy, 19 March 2026. ANSA/ANGELO CARCONI
the challenge

Europa League: Bologna advance to the quarterfinals, Roma defeated 4-3 in extra time.

Cambiaghi's goal decided the tie after the first leg had drawn 1-1 and the 3-3 after 90 minutes. Italiano's team will face Aston Villa.
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
Maria Loi
Maria Loi

Jerzu: Farewell to the town's grandmother: Maria Loi has died at 102.

Four children, twelve grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren, a life of work also in the fields