Sardinia

Immagine simbolo (Archivio L'Unione Sarda)
Immagine simbolo (Archivio L'Unione Sarda)
the emergency

Herd slaughtered due to dermatitis, Sarrabus farmer abandons fundraiser

Many had decided to lend a hand. But the family chose to block the crowdfunding initiative launched by a Muravera entrepreneur.
06 ottobre 2020 Cagliari Ospedale Binaghi da oggi destinato ai malati Covid. Foto Max Solinas
06 ottobre 2020 Cagliari Ospedale Binaghi da oggi destinato ai malati Covid. Foto Max Solinas
the announcement

Cagliari, the Local Health Authority confirms: "The vaccination service will remain at Binaghi."

After the controversy over the possible transfer, the Company explains that the department will remain in the complex, moving only one building
the investigation

The network of young neo-Nazis inciting "White Jihad": among those under investigation is a 17-year-old from Cagliari.

Digos (Italian special operations unit) at the minor's home, seized his phones: 15 people are under investigation across Italy. The "Terza Posizione" chat group praised the white supremacist attackers, saying "they were ready to act."
prisons

Prisoners under the 41-bis regime in Sardinia, the government is pressing ahead: "The plan is moving forward, prioritizing island areas."

Minister Nordio responded in writing to a question from MPs Lai and Ghirra. Delmastro's resignation hasn't halted the transfers: "Uta and Badu 'e Carros are central to the reconversion."
In the historic center

Degradation and violence in the center of Cagliari: thefts, muggings, and harassment, investigations underway.

Alcohol abuse also reigns: a 15-year-old couple was caught in an intimate situation in front of the church of Sant'Eulalia.
the report

Four out of ten Sardinians fail their driving test: a record in Italy.

2025 data from the Ministry of Transport: Sicily is the region with the highest percentage of rejections, at 36.4%. Among the cities, Sassari and Cagliari top the rankings for those who fail to pass.
Un momento dell’audizione dei costituzionalisti (foto Ufficio stampa del Consiglio regionale)
Un momento dell’audizione dei costituzionalisti (foto Ufficio stampa del Consiglio regionale)
the controversy

Pratobello, the jurists' hearing is a case in point. The promoters: "We're excluded; there's no real desire for discussion."

The Committee: "No response to our request to participate in the Commission meeting. We're headed for yet another disaster."
court

Monica Vinci's trial begins for killing her 13-year-old daughter in Silì: "She was mentally ill, she heard the devil's voices."

The trial in Cagliari opens with the hearings of the experts: Chiara Carta was killed with 36 stab wounds, an argument degenerated because she was wearing a miniskirt
Barca a vela (foto www.pixabay.com)
Barca a vela (foto www.pixabay.com)
The initiative

Cagliari-Nora-Cagliari, an offshore sailing trip to create a virtuous circle of solidarity.

Appointment on April 26th: final goal is the purchase of a vessel for the practice of sailing therapy for people with disabilities.
Un sit-in della dirigenza medica Aou
Un sit-in della dirigenza medica Aou
the controversy

Healthcare strike in Sassari, unions attack Todde: "Are you against it? He hasn't granted us meetings for a year."

Paolo Dettori (CGIL): "The governor cannot divert attention from the real reasons for the protest."
Ilaria Faedda (foto concessa)
Ilaria Faedda (foto concessa)
Towards the vote

Porto Torres: Forza Italia withdraws Ilaria Faedda's candidacy and opens the door to the center-right.

Meanwhile, Lega and Fratelli d'Italia maintain Ivan Cermelli's candidacy for mayor, who has already started his electoral campaign.
the investigations

Alghero, champagne thief identified thanks to facial recognition system

The man is suspected of at least two shopliftings in the city. Surveillance footage incriminated him.
Palazzo Ducale
Palazzo Ducale
Ducal Palace

Sassari: The municipality has more male than female employees, but female graduates outnumber male.

Dissatisfaction with pay and career advancement: Data from the 2025 Performance Report
moments of tension

A man breaks into the courthouse and barricades himself in a room: the Carabinieri intervene.

After the alarm, the man was stopped and taken into custody by the military.
Carabinieri in action

Macomer, man extorted for drug debt: couple arrested

A 49-year-old man and a 47-year-old woman were arrested.
the controls

Fuel prices: A flurry of inspections in the Oristano area: irregularities in 30% of cases.

The Guardia di Finanza is taking action against distributors to protect consumers from speculation caused by the Middle East crisis.
the sentence

Cagliari: Man filming abuse of little sister gets 16-year sentence

Harsh verdict against a young man who also sold videos of violence on the dark web
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the virus

Dermatitis alert, Sant'Efisio unknown in Cagliari: without oxen, would the statue be carried to Capoterra?

Today, the Local Health Authority (ASL) and the Region will lift the restrictions on the quarantine imposed on cattle, currently in effect until April 30th. Plan B is in place for the traditional procession.
Il Tribunale di Sassari (foto Ansa)
Il Tribunale di Sassari (foto Ansa)
in court

Sassari, sexual assault on a minor: eight-year sentence requested on appeal for a 75-year-old man

The Attorney General is urging a conviction following the first-instance acquittal. The alleged victim, now an adult, confirms the charges in court.
Insularità

Meloni: "The fake photos of me in my underwear were taken by AI. Be careful, fakes are dangerous."

The prime minister posted an image on social media of herself in an AI-created slip: "Check everything before sharing."