Second-largest island in the Mediterranean with a distinct language and culture.
Drivers have criticised 2026 regulations that split power 50/50 between internal combustion and electrical units, saying energy-management rules have forced slower, less exciting racing. Lando Norris has said commercial aims — and manufacturers such as Audi entering the sport — have driven the changes, and drivers say they have had little say in rulemaking.
Europe endures a fifth heatwave this summer, with Spain and parts of Western and Southern Europe experiencing temperatures near or above 40C. The heat threatens public health, fuels wildfires and intensifies drought across the region, as authorities warn of ongoing risk and prepare cooling measures.
A 20-year-old Cagliari forward, Yael Trepy, has been hospitalised in Sassari after a pool incident in northern Sardinia. The club says Trepy is in intensive care and asks for privacy while it monitors his condition. He scored once in eight Serie A appearances last season and joined Cagliari’s academy in 2022.
United has announced a broad expansion, adding multiple direct international routes from Newark, San Francisco and other hubs. The plan includes new services to Okinawa, Osaka, Toulouse, Marseille, Luxembourg, Valencia, Ibiza, Terceira, Ljubljana and more, with launches staggered through 2027. The move follows recent fleet and cabin upgrades as United reports strong 2025 results.
Scotland midfielder Lewis Ferguson remains a key figure for Bologna as leadership duties shift under new coach Domenico Tedesco. Orsolini and De Silvestri assume top roles, Ferguson sits third, with Bologna opening the season in defeat as transfers and captaincy discussions unfold.
Somalia and Qatar reaffirm cooperation, focusing on regional stability. Barre has briefed Qatar on security gains and development, while Qatar’s prime minister praises Somalia’s sovereignty and cooperation. Discussions cover cross-border terrorism, international security, and mutual support.
The FIA has cancelled the Rally Saudi Arabia leg of the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship due to ongoing regional unrest. The finale will shift to Rally Italia Sardegna (Oct 1-4) as the season's final round, with Elfyn Evans leading the standings. Saudi Arabia will still host the Middle East Rally Championship this year.
The World Rally Championship title race heads to Sardinia as Elfyn Evans holds a 17-point lead into the season-ending Rally Italia Sardegna. Solberg and Pajari remain in pursuit as weather and gravel conditions threaten the road ahead; a victory or strategic performance is required for Evans to secure Britain’s third WRC title.
A look at autumn meals from Sardinia’s riso con maiale e zafferano to apple specials in UK cooking, drawing on Guardian and Business Insider UK pieces as the season turns.
A 31-year-old cave explorer has been rescued after being trapped for nearly 27 hours in Gorropeddu cave near Codrongianos, Sardinia. Rescue teams removed debris by hand and stabilized him before airlifting him to hospital. His partner escaped unharmed as a rock collapse blocked the entrance on Oct. 11; he has no fractures but sustained blunt trauma to a leg and is under intensive care.
Leonardo Maria Del Vecchio has proposed buying out his Delfin Sarl co-owners to consolidate control of the EssilorLuxottica empire, backed by an undisclosed international institution. The move aims to block a rival bid from Michal Strnad and stabilize governance after a slide in stock value. Public disclosures and interviews outline the bold plan and its financial scaffolding as the family feud intensifies.