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Sardinia is gripped by extreme weather: hail and downpours in the south, but fires continue to rage.

Heavy downpours hit Marmilla and Parteolla. Trees and poles felled in Villanovafranca, and a state of natural disaster was declared in Siddi.
Il primo volo easyJet Bordeaux-Cagliari arrivato in Sardegna lo scorso 23 giugno (foto Sogaer)
Il primo volo easyJet Bordeaux-Cagliari arrivato in Sardegna lo scorso 23 giugno (foto Sogaer)
Transportation

France cancels Bordeaux-Cagliari flight, leaving 200 Sardinians stranded at the airport.

Departure was scheduled for 7:10 PM, causing significant disruption to passengers stranded at the gate. The route was inaugurated just three days ago.
the drama

Tragedy in Golfo Aranci: a 38-year-old woman collapses while swimming, killing her.

Panic erupted on the Spiaggia Bianca beach, but rescue efforts were unsuccessful: the woman died before her husband and son's eyes. Heat-related illness has not been ruled out.
the sentence

A neighbor sentenced to 10 years for child abuse in Oristano. She asked for help at the pharmacy: "I need a 1522 mask."

A story of degradation and violence that went on for years: "I suffered in silence because I feared I would no longer be able to eat meat or watch TV," the victim told the court.
(Ansa)
(Ansa)
the service

Olbia, a new maritime link for livestock transport: "Greater protection and animal welfare"

It will allow access to the fattening centers of the peninsula with a dedicated service. Minister Salvini is satisfied.
La barca spiaggiata sulla riva della Prima Fermata (L'Unione Sarda)
La barca spiaggiata sulla riva della Prima Fermata (L'Unione Sarda)
Cagliari

After four months, Poetto receives authorization to remove the beached boat.

Work will begin on June 29th with the construction site set-up
The accident

A car-bus collision in Assemini leaves four injured, two hospitalized.

Surveys are underway to establish the dynamics of the incident
Sardinia

Fears erupt in Nuoro as an ATP bus catches fire, with flames reaching homes.

The vehicle was parked in the depot on Via Sardegna
Cagliari

Oncology, the air conditioning system has been restored

A statement from Arnas Brotzu: "This is a particularly complex operation. We apologize to patients and their families."
the provision

Arzachena: The ordinance prohibiting swimming on Mannena beach has been revoked.

Swimmers are back in the sea after being banned due to altered water levels: the E. coli alarm has been lifted.
Il cantiere allo svincolo di Santa Cristina (foto Corrias)
Il cantiere allo svincolo di Santa Cristina (foto Corrias)
on the 131

Paulilatino: Anas and the Municipality reach agreement to reopen the Santa Cristina exit.

A technical meeting will be held on Monday to finalize the details of the project. Gallus: "We are pleased with the results."
the case

Trenitalia hacked, millions of customers' data breached: cell phones, emails, loyalty cards, and documents.

The company clarifies: "Account login details or payment information such as card numbers or security codes are not affected."
Residents search for victims through the rubble of a collapsed building in Catia La Mar, La Guaira state, about 30 km northwest of Caracas, on June 25, 2026, following an earthquake. A twin earthquake that was Venezuela's largest in over a century has killed at least 164 people and destroyed multiple buildings near the capital, where residents searched on June 25 for missing relatives. (Photo by Juan BARRETO / AFP)
Residents search for victims through the rubble of a collapsed building in Catia La Mar, La Guaira state, about 30 km northwest of Caracas, on June 25, 2026, following an earthquake. A twin earthquake that was Venezuela's largest in over a century has killed at least 164 people and destroyed multiple buildings near the capital, where residents searched on June 25 for missing relatives. (Photo by Juan BARRETO / AFP)
the earthquake

Earthquake leaves Venezuela on its knees: 589 victims, nearly 3,000 injured, and more than 50,000 missing.

The toll is getting worse, while the priority is to search for people alive under the rubble
Carlo III (Ansa/Epa)
Carlo III (Ansa/Epa)
UK

Charles and Camilla will not return to Buckingham Palace, they will live at Clarence House

The intention is to make the palace "the ceremonial center of royal life." Controversy erupts in the United Kingdom after the revelation of the king's taxes and earnings.
Mauro Moretti durante il convegno ''il Messaggero dellEconomia.Obbligati a crescere''. Roma 5 ottobre 2016, ANSA/GIUSEPPE LAMI
Mauro Moretti durante il convegno ''il Messaggero dellEconomia.Obbligati a crescere''. Roma 5 ottobre 2016, ANSA/GIUSEPPE LAMI
the manager

Viareggio Massacre: Mauro Moretti Turns Himself Into Prison

Following the Supreme Court's decision, the former CEO of FS and RFI must serve a five-year prison sentence for the 2009 train accident that killed 32 people.
Foto EPA/RONALD PENA R
Foto EPA/RONALD PENA R
The earth trembles

The earthquake in Venezuela leaves 235 dead and 45,000 missing. Many Italians remain unreachable.

According to the latest updates, 70,000 people have been left homeless.
Sista Namely (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Sista Namely (archivio L'Unione Sarda)
The appointment

Dancehall Saturday on the beach, with Isla Sound in Flumini

At the Marina Residence an evening with Sista Namely and Screwface, as well as friends Funtana Beat and the young Boski
the tournament

Dice, tanks, and strategy: Cagliari is ready for the Risk Masters.

Over 60 enthusiasts from all over Italy will compete on Sunday 28 June
Una recente edizione del Sardinia Food Awards
Una recente edizione del Sardinia Food Awards
Agri-food

Sardinia Food Awards, a prize for Sardinian excellence

The 11th edition will feature awards ceremonies on Saturday at the Is Molas Golf Club. 293 companies have registered.
the appointments

Oristano turns on the "Summer Lights": the 2026 summer lineup has been revealed.

"A rich and diverse calendar," the mayor responds to criticism from the minority regarding the lack of summer programming.
Foto archivio (Ansa/Claudio Giovannini)
Foto archivio (Ansa/Claudio Giovannini)
The wait

Siena, the Palio joust begins: who are the Sardinian jockeys hunting for a "giubbetto"?

The July 2nd event is approaching, with the "night trials" starting tomorrow.
the calendar

Cagliari Primavera will make their league debut on August 22nd against Albinoleffe.

Away match against a newly promoted team for the rossoblù, who close on May 22nd at home against Milan
basketball

Travis Diener returns to Sassari for a three-day masterclass

Protagonist of the triumph in the Italian Cup, the playmaker will be back at the PalaSerradimigni from 22nd to 24th July
La premiazione del Trofeo Gigi Riva 2025 (foto Murru)
La premiazione del Trofeo Gigi Riva 2025 (foto Murru)
the friendly

Gigi Riva Trophy: Cagliari vs. Nice at Unipol Domus

It will be the seasonal debut at home, in memory of the Myth
Michele Podda (foto Meta Catania)
Michele Podda (foto Meta Catania)
five-a-side football

Podda isn't enough for Meta Catania: the first championship final goes to L84

In the challenge between the Sardinians, the Piedmontese team of Lorenzo Etzi won game 1
In Parlamento

What to do in case of gastroenteritis?

How to help your belly when it loses its way, a nutritionist explains.
Insularità

Oristano, the Sardinian sea told through images: Egidio Trainito enchants Dyaphrama

At the heart of the evening is a book that is a visual atlas, a travel diary, and an environmental awareness manifesto.