Sardinia

Circo Maccus
Circo Maccus
fourth edition

Terralba hosts "Circondando": two days of international circus, nomadic music, and acrobatic theater.

A festival that brings to the public an overwhelming mix of art, entertainment and circus tradition.
the mobilization

Cala Finanza protests against the Brazilian project: "We have the right to decide on our own land."

They started gathering in the early hours of the morning, and more and more are arriving: several environmental and independence associations have joined.
Una volante della polizia
Una volante della polizia
drug

Alghero, a garbage collector was caught preparing a dose of heroin at work.

During his shift, he had left his assigned area to take drugs on the service vehicle.
in court

Sassari: A Carabiniere on trial for unauthorized access to the Ministry of the Interior's database.

The facts date back to 2021. According to the prosecution, the soldier would have done some research to verify any ongoing investigations against him.
Olbia dall'alto
Olbia dall'alto
history and memory

Olbia, new toponymy: streets named after Doro Levi and Editta Castaldi

The Municipality updates the street directory by naming spaces, previously anonymous, after personalities who have contributed to writing pages of the city's identity.
the fire

Fire in Luras has started again, a helicopter has been dispatched: 10 hectares of land go up in smoke.

Yesterday the Super Puma and a Canadair also intervened, the storm probably started the flames
Olbia 12-6-2026. Vasco Rossi in concerto. Foto Antonio Satta
Olbia 12-6-2026. Vasco Rossi in concerto. Foto Antonio Satta
the case

Siniscola: "Honorary citizenship for Vasco Rossi." The proposal sparks debate.

In recent years, the singer has publicly discussed his connection to the city, speaking about his childhood there. The mayor is cautious: "We need to verify."
Torri eoliche (immagine simbolo, foto Ansa)
Torri eoliche (immagine simbolo, foto Ansa)
speculation

Renewables: How the business works and why it weighs on Sardinian citizens' pockets.

A 1.6 billion deal, considering only the surplus energy that the island does not need and that cannot be exported
Un pronto soccorso
Un pronto soccorso
the EMERGENCY

Stop payroll workers, Sardinia's healthcare system is already in crisis: only two doctors are in the Tempio emergency room.

Specialists must cover all shifts: department at risk of closure. A similar scenario is underway at other hospitals as the Region tries to address the situation.
L'ambulanza (Foto concessa)
L'ambulanza (Foto concessa)
the story

Uras, altruism meets cruelty: 118 volunteers defrauded, service blocked

The Dea Soccorso association purchased an engine online that never arrived, and now the ambulance is out of service: "We're out of funds." A solidarity campaign.
The team

Cagliari Primavera: Here's the New Staff

Alberto Gallego on the bench, along with new names
Maltempo in Sardegna
Maltempo in Sardegna
weather forecast

Local downpours and muggy weather: here's where (and how much) it rained in Sardinia, early July with bad weather.

Nearly 60 millimeters of rainfall in Aritzo in 48 hours. Trexenta was hit this afternoon. A new wave of disturbances is expected in the coming days.
Cabras

Choir member falls from stage in Tharros, prosecutor's office investigates

The aim is to shed light on the affair, a new location for the events
Loiri Porto San Paolo

Finance slows down, permits are halted. Green light amid controversy, minority leaves City Council

The majority voted, all opposition groups abandoned the chamber
City Council

Cagliari, citizens who fought the flames were honored at City Hall.

The Municipality recognizes those who worked to put out the fires at the mosque and in an apartment
Stefano Tronci
Stefano Tronci
mourning

Sinnai, singer Stefano Tronci dies: the voice that set stages ablaze with "Alcool"

He was the frontman of the historic tribute band dedicated to Vasco Rossi
bad weather

Wind and rain, violent storms in Trexenta: roads flooded

Debris on the road between Sant'Andrea Frius and Senorbì, causing problems for power lines.
The tragedy

Fatal illness at the Stintino tuna fishery: woman dies while bathing

The air ambulance was also on site, but resuscitation attempts were unsuccessful.
Insularità
Il cancelletto rimesso al suo posto (foto Daga)
Il cancelletto rimesso al suo posto (foto Daga)

Quartu, the gate to the Margine Rosso fort has been repaired after a vandal raid.

The Friends of the Forts Association: "The relevant authorities have been informed and a request for intervention has been forwarded to the Region."