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Carabinieri davanti al centro migranti (Archivio)

the case

Cabras, the migrant center isn't closing, and the Five Star Movement attacks Meloni: "Sardinia is abandoned, the mayors are paying for the government's absence."

At the regional meeting, Todde pledged to implement a strengthened reception system for minors. Thefts, robberies, and harassment are a security concern in the town: the mayor has asked the Prefect to close the facility.

Sara Pinna

environment

Molentargius: Tourists trapped in mud for photographing flamingos face fines

The Park announces the fine for the two women rescued by the firefighters

Georgia Daga

Roads

Cagliari, car-motorcycle collision on Viale La Playa: one injured, code red.

The accident occurred shortly before two in the afternoon.

common

Shade sails, new asphalt, and street spraying: Cagliari declares war on the heat.

The council approves the guidelines to fight climate change: "cool pavements" and "water ATMs" are coming to the city streets.

Ennio Neri

La serra artigianale (Foto: Polizia di Stato)

The operation

Five kilos of marijuana and a hashish-producing laboratory in Sarule: man arrested

A forty-five-year-old man was arrested for having organised the domestic supply chain, from cultivation to sales.

Fabio Ledda

the controls

Frozen fish served as fresh or stored in illegal freezers: restaurant owners face massive fines

Coast Guard checks are being conducted extensively between Cagliari and the Sulcis-Iglesiente area.

the case

Migrants stranded at the port of Olbia: first embarkations, but dozens still ashore.

Departures have begun after bureaucratic hurdles. Many, however, remain waiting to learn their fate, without humanitarian support.

Andrea Busia

drug

Cagliari: 17-year-old drug dealer caught selling Rivotril in Piazza Matteotti arrested

The young man was wandering around suspiciously when he was stopped by the Carabinieri. He is now being held at the first reception center in Quartucciu.

charity

Cagliari, a bike ride to defeat cancer

The initiative by Fabio Bruni, Alessio Ghini and Gabriele Bellomi arrives in the city, who will travel 400 km in 4 days

Sara Pinna

environment

Mandas, waste in front of the Town Hall: the mayor bans parking on the steps

The decision of the mayor, Umberto Oppus

Severino Sirigu

L'assessore Antonio Piu e la sindaca di Tempio Gianna Masu

The work

The Region revokes the mandate from the Municipality of Tempio for the €22 million highway to Palau.

The Public Works Councillor relieves the administration of its duties after it requested the suspension of the intervention.

Andrea Busia

I manifestanti in via Rockefeller (Pinna)

the denial

Controversy over the Israeli team at the "City of Cagliari" stadium. The Italian Basketball Federation (FIBA) states: "The city council has nothing to do with it."

Following the pro-PAL protests on Via Rockefeller, the FIP denies the administration's involvement and announces the removal of posters bearing the Palazzo Bacaredda logo: "The tournament is entirely our responsibility."

Ennio Neri

Due caccia F-2000 Eurofighter dell'Aeronautica Militare del quarto Stormo di Grosseto durante il decollo immediato (in gergo militare "scramble"), per intercettare e verificare un velivolo civile che aveva perso il contatto radio con gli enti del traffico aereo, 20 luglio 2024. ANSA/ GIANLUIGI BASILIETTI

international tensions

Italian fighter jets shoot down a drone in Lithuania. Crosetto: "We are essential on NATO's eastern flank."

It was carrying an explosive device, the Italian Defence Minister and the suspicions about Russia

migrants

Italy extends its Schengen ban with Spain for another 15 days, Madrid extends the ban until October 8th, and attacks: "Meloni is not up to the task."

Controls at ports and airports remain in place, the Spanish government said: "This is a useless and shameful decision."

Rome

Emma Bonino's funeral was emotional at the Capitoline Hill: "The fight for the weak was her guiding star."

Mattarella and Meloni accompanied the coffin in their final farewell to the historic Radical leader: Magi's tears, the memories of Prodi, Letta, and Della Vedova.

Il ministro dell'Interno Matteo Piantedosi a Napoli alla cerimonia di commemorazione in ricordo del giovane musicista Giovanbattista Cutolo, ucciso per una lite il 31 agosto 2023, Napoli 31 agosto 2026. ANSA/CIRO FUSCO

the decision

Italy extends its Schengen bloc with Spain for another 15 days.

The Ministry of the Interior: "There is still a risk of terrorist infiltration."

Cartelli di protesta in Senato durante la votazione finale del disegno di legge sulla Riforma elettorale, Roma, 15 Settembre 2026. ANSA/GIUSEPPE LAMI

Palazzo Madama

Electoral law approved by the Senate. The opposition protests: "It's a scam."

The bill received 113 yes votes. Given the amendments made during the second reading, it now returns to the Chamber.

traditions

The ancient Selargino wedding is renewed on September 20th

The protagonists are Sara Pattau and Marco Scarpaci, here are all the events scheduled before September 20th, the key day

Antonio Serreli

the demonstration

The "Rock X Gramsci" festival returns to Ales, a blend of music and thought.

The title chosen for the 2026 edition is "The Sovereignty of the Law": an evening of readings and a band on stage

Festival dei Borghi più belli d'Italia (foto concessa)

The mission

Castelsardo showcased at the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy festival.

The first citizen brought to Puglia the history, culture and beauty of the city of the Dorias

Mariangela Pala

epa13240768 Cast and crew from the series, winners of Outstanding Comedy Series for "Widow's Bay" pose in the press room during 78th annual Emmy Awards ceremony held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California, USA, 14 September 2026. The Emmys celebrate excellence in national primetime television programming. EPA/JILL CONNELLY

the prizes

Emmy Awards 2026: "Widow's Bay" Sets Record 14 Statuettes

Apple TV's comedy surpasses "The Studio" in its lead. "Pluribus" and "The Pitt" also enjoyed success.

culture

Piergiorgio Pulixi's "The Cat Factor" is ready for its Sardinian tour.

Presentations of the writer's new book departing from Cagliari.

Enrico Melis Costa

Nunziatini, Lunghi, Di Stefano e Brentan (foto Torres-A. Sanna)

series c

Torres hosts Pianese and seeks a third home win

The match at Vanni Sanna on Wednesday at 6:30 PM

Giampiero Marras

Il calciatore Alessandro Romano. Foto Fabio Murru

Serie A

Giulini slams Romano: "Like Barella, from Cagliari to the national team."

"Our goal is to save ourselves quickly, satisfied with the start of the championship."

The victory

Wheelchair Basketball: Italy beats Argentina 71-44 to reach the World Cup quarterfinals

The three Dinamo Lab athletes Papi, Saaid and Ghione took to the field

Giampiero Marras

L'esultanza coreografica di Scotto e Di Stefano dopo il gol (foto Torres-A. Sanna)

series c

Torres: Lorenzo Di Stefano, 16 goals in six months

The team's most prolific striker in 2026

Giampiero Marras

The misadventure

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A former forestry worker dies after falling from a wall on Gologone, hitting his head.

Cabras, the migrant center isn't closing, and the Five Star Movement attacks Meloni: "Sardinia is abandoned, the mayors are paying for the government's absence."

Molentargius: Tourists trapped in mud for photographing flamingos face fines

Cagliari, car-motorcycle collision on Viale La Playa: one injured, code red.

Shade sails, new asphalt, and street spraying: Cagliari declares war on the heat.

Five kilos of marijuana and a hashish-producing laboratory in Sarule: man arrested

Frozen fish served as fresh or stored in illegal freezers: restaurant owners face massive fines

Migrants stranded at the port of Olbia: first embarkations, but dozens still ashore.

Cagliari: 17-year-old drug dealer caught selling Rivotril in Piazza Matteotti arrested

Cagliari, a bike ride to defeat cancer

Mandas, waste in front of the Town Hall: the mayor bans parking on the steps

The Region revokes the mandate from the Municipality of Tempio for the €22 million highway to Palau.

Controversy over the Israeli team at the "City of Cagliari" stadium. The Italian Basketball Federation (FIBA) states: "The city council has nothing to do with it."

Italian fighter jets shoot down a drone in Lithuania. Crosetto: "We are essential on NATO's eastern flank."

Italy extends its Schengen ban with Spain for another 15 days, Madrid extends the ban until October 8th, and attacks: "Meloni is not up to the task."

Emma Bonino's funeral was emotional at the Capitoline Hill: "The fight for the weak was her guiding star."

Italy extends its Schengen bloc with Spain for another 15 days.

Electoral law approved by the Senate. The opposition protests: "It's a scam."

The ancient Selargino wedding is renewed on September 20th

The "Rock X Gramsci" festival returns to Ales, a blend of music and thought.

Castelsardo showcased at the Most Beautiful Villages in Italy festival.

Emmy Awards 2026: "Widow's Bay" Sets Record 14 Statuettes

Piergiorgio Pulixi's "The Cat Factor" is ready for its Sardinian tour.

Torres hosts Pianese and seeks a third home win

Giulini slams Romano: "Like Barella, from Cagliari to the national team."

Wheelchair Basketball: Italy beats Argentina 71-44 to reach the World Cup quarterfinals

Torres: Lorenzo Di Stefano, 16 goals in six months

Quartu, tourists want to photograph flamingos but get too close: they sink in the mud of the salt flats.

In Sardinia, Italy's first law on the protection of minors with diabetes has been passed.

The Russian-Ukrainian conflict and the future of the European Union: is peace still possible?

Lega: "Security alert in Cagliari, more soldiers needed on the streets."

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