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Tortolì, road tragedy: motorcyclist dies after being transferred to Brotzu Hospital after accident

Nothing could be done for the 41-year-old man from Girasole who was taken to Cagliari by air ambulance, the crash on the road that leads from the industrial area to the western pier of the port of Arbatax.
L'incidente a Tortolì (foto Secci)
L'incidente a Tortolì (foto Secci)
L'ospedale San Martino di Oristano
L'ospedale San Martino di Oristano
The virus

West Nile Fever continues: Oristano departments are struggling.

Nine patients admitted to San Martino, some transferred to other hospitals
(foto Ansa)
(foto Ansa)
Elections

Politics: The race to Rome is on in the island too: regional councilors and councilors are ready for the big leap.

The natural deadline is September 2027, but an election is being considered for early summer. The Sardinian Democratic Party is considering Meloni and Comandini, while the Five Star Movement is focusing on Desirè Manca.
L'incidente nella zona industriale di Tortolì
L'incidente nella zona industriale di Tortolì
The accident

Tortolì, car-motorcycle collision: 41-year-old man seriously injured, air ambulance responds

The crash on the road leading from the industrial area to the western pier of the port of Arbatax
The case

Fears abound on the Cagliari-Rome flight, when the plane lands with a slashed tire: emergency procedures are triggered.

The Aeroitalia plane landed at Fiumicino Airport an hour late, with fragments of its tires found at Elmas. The airline stated, "Everything proceeded safely."
Porto Torres, uomo trovato morto in casa (foto Pala)
Porto Torres, uomo trovato morto in casa (foto Pala)
The drama

Porto Torres, 54-year-old found dead at home: autopsy ordered

Carabinieri and a magistrate are on site, and an autopsy will be performed in the next few hours. The initial hypothesis is that it was a natural death.
Il rogo (foto Serreli)
Il rogo (foto Serreli)
The fire

Quartu, fire in Sant'Anastasia: several turtles killed in the flames

The fire found easy fuel among the stubble of at least three hectares of land, also attacking tall trees and then spreading into the courtyards of houses.
Uno dei ciclisti investiti sulla sp25 a Porto Torres (foto concessa)
Uno dei ciclisti investiti sulla sp25 a Porto Torres (foto concessa)
The accident

Porto Torres, cyclists hit by hit-and-run driver: "Too much hatred against bikers."

The two friends who were hit, who suffered bruises and grazes, vented: "The worst thing is hearing how much hatred we feel on the streets and on social media against our sporting category." Meanwhile, the hunt for the driver who fled the scene continues.
the accident

Quartu, a car and a van collide, injuring drivers and passengers.

The collision between Via Merello and Via Principessa Jolanda, one of the most dangerous intersections in the city, already the scene of other accidents
to Torregrande

Oristano: Rescue equipment stolen from a sea rescue station.

The material was later recovered thanks to the cooperation of citizens: "An inexplicable gesture that could have harmed everyone."
the event

A large open-air restaurant in Cabras: 600 menus featuring local products.

The "Cabras a tavola" initiative organized by Pro Loco was a success in Piazza Stagno.
Efisia Lusso con la sindaca di Muravera Francesca Mattana e il vicesindaco di Villasalto Francesco Cotza
Efisia Lusso con la sindaca di Muravera Francesca Mattana e il vicesindaco di Villasalto Francesco Cotza
Happy Birthday

Aunt Efisia turns 100: Muravera and Villasalto embrace

The mayors' tribute to the lady who celebrated her 100th birthday
Giorgia Meloni in videocollegamento con la riunione dei leader della Coalizione dei volenterosi (foto Ansa)
Giorgia Meloni in videocollegamento con la riunione dei leader della Coalizione dei volenterosi (foto Ansa)
Kiev

The Volenterosi stand with Ukraine: "Exercises in October." Italy withdraws: "No to Italian soldiers, but the commitment remains."

Allies pledge military support and sanctions. London and Paris approve missile production.
The war

Two dead in overnight attack on Russian refinery in Krasnodar

On the Ukrainian side, two victims in Zaporizhzhia, Kiev, Kharkiv and Dnipro were also hit.
epa13180893 US Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent speaks to reporters as he walks to the West Wing following an interview at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 August 2026. Following the Supreme Court's decision striking down the 2025 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs, the U.S. government has paid out over 100 billion US dollar in refunds to corporate importers. EPA/SHAWN THEW
epa13180893 US Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent speaks to reporters as he walks to the West Wing following an interview at the White House in Washington, DC, USA, 20 August 2026. Following the Supreme Court's decision striking down the 2025 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs, the U.S. government has paid out over 100 billion US dollar in refunds to corporate importers. EPA/SHAWN THEW
the plan

US tightens noose on Iran's economy: sanctions on gold, tech, aviation, and transportation

Treasury Secretary Bessent launches an operation to financially stifle the regime: "Whoever launders money for Tehran, stay out of the dollar." He also warns China.
epa12506899 A health worker prepares the diphtheria vaccine during the School Children Immunization Month (BIAS) program at Methodist School, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, 06 November 2025. School immunization programs are conducted by schools in collaboration with the Public Health Service Center to increase immunity and prevent several infectious diseases, such as diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough (pertussis). EPA/HOTLI SIMANJUNTAK
epa12506899 A health worker prepares the diphtheria vaccine during the School Children Immunization Month (BIAS) program at Methodist School, in Banda Aceh, Indonesia, 06 November 2025. School immunization programs are conducted by schools in collaboration with the Public Health Service Center to increase immunity and prevent several infectious diseases, such as diphtheria, tetanus, and whooping cough (pertussis). EPA/HOTLI SIMANJUNTAK
the story

A baby girl dies in Palermo: diphtheria confirmed. The ISS says, "Thanks to the vaccine, 2 million cases have been prevented each year."

The National Institute of Health (ISS) after the tests: "Samples from the little girl tested positive for Corynebacterium diphtheriae."
La presidente del Consiglio, Giorgia Meloni, partecipa in videocollegamento alla riunione dei leader della Coalizione dei volenterosi (Ansa-Palazzo Chigi)
La presidente del Consiglio, Giorgia Meloni, partecipa in videocollegamento alla riunione dei leader della Coalizione dei volenterosi (Ansa-Palazzo Chigi)
the summit

The Volunteers for Ukraine: "Increase air defenses and sanctions against Moscow."

Meloni on the line: "Italy stands alongside its international partners." Macron: "Moscow is ready to raise tensions."
Cena sotto le stelle colorate 2026
Cena sotto le stelle colorate 2026
The initiative

Quartucciu, food and conviviality: over 200 people for the "Dinner under the colored stars 2026"

At the end of the evening, a moment of solidarity with the donation of food by the participants to the "Angeli della strada" association.
Licia Sulas - Benedetta Piseddu (foto concessa)
Licia Sulas - Benedetta Piseddu (foto concessa)
Fourth edition

Victory for the Vittorio Inzaina Award: here are all the winners.

Thirty-six participants, divided by age group, were accompanied on their journey by artistic director Claudia Aru. Among the guests, Moses Concas and Gianfranco Zola were very enthusiastic.
Miss Italia
Miss Italia
The competition

Miss Italy: The lights go on in Oristano for the regional final.

See you on Saturday, August 29th on the stage in Piazza Arborea
Marano, Rigliari e Sanna
Marano, Rigliari e Sanna
Music

The Marano-Rigliari-Sanna trio performs in Alghero

New concert as part of the Mediterranean Festival
the analysis

The debate on "woke" culture: sociologist Luca Ricolfi: "The left must change course."

"A degeneration that coincides with the rise of social media; the left is largely to blame."
Zecca in contenimento (foto ufficio stampa Livorno)
Zecca in contenimento (foto ufficio stampa Livorno)
Serie C

Torres defeated in Livorno, losing 2-1

Leading with Di Stefano, they conceded the equaliser from the penalty spot and were overtaken in the 92nd minute by Mawete
Serie A

Romano scored on his debut against Parma and Mancini is eyeing him for the national team.

And on social media, Giallorossi fans are already talking about "regret"
Ansa
Ansa
Serie A

Cagliari wins and convinces in the first match, decisive days for the transfer market

Esposito close to joining Torino, Pisacane awaits a striker
Lo stadio "Vanni Sanna" in notturna (foto Torres)
Lo stadio "Vanni Sanna" in notturna (foto Torres)
the event

Serie C: Torres presents itself to the city in "its" stadium

The event at "Vanni Sanna" will be enriched by some surprises
In Parlamento

Meloni's government: what results will it achieve amidst second thoughts and end-of-term budgets?

From her relationship with Trump to the high prices that are bringing Italians to their knees, the Prime Minister is preparing to face the voters' judgment.
Insularità
(foto Ansa)
(foto Ansa)

"Pediatric eye emergency, no service in Campidano on weekends?"

"My son spent 48 hours with a suspected foreign body in his eye because no local hospital could guarantee an appointment."