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Maine’s high-stakes Senate race could lock Democrats into power in 2026 and beyond
politics44 minutes ago

Maine’s high-stakes Senate race could lock Democrats into power in 2026 and beyond

Maine is a must-win for Democrats to gain a Senate majority in 2026, with the race’s chaotic dynamics carrying outsized influence on the President’s agenda and nominations. The outcome matters beyond this cycle because there are few flips left in blue or purple areas, and losing Maine could jeopardize a Democratic majority even if 2028 delivers strong gains elsewhere. In short, Maine’s result could determine whether Democrats control the Senate and set their leverage into the next presidency.

via NBC News|
#2026#2028#democrats
DSA surges in NY and Colorado primaries, teeing up a 2028 bid
podcasts3 days ago

DSA surges in NY and Colorado primaries, teeing up a 2028 bid

DSA-backed candidates pulled off major primary wins in New York and Colorado, boosting the movement’s profile as mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements boost its reach. In a wide-ranging discussion, DSA co-chair Megan Romer explains the group’s push for a long-term, populist economic agenda (universal childcare, Medicare for All, debt relief) while addressing criticisms over borders and policing, vetting of anti-establishment candidates, and Israel/Palestine policy. The interview also revisits the AOC endorsement controversy and signals possible 2028 presidential ambitions to keep DSA’s voice in national debates.

via vox.com|
#2028#colorado#democratic-socialists-of-america
IOC clears ROC path for Russian athletes ahead of 2028 LA Games
sports4 days ago

IOC clears ROC path for Russian athletes ahead of 2028 LA Games

The International Olympic Committee provisionally lifted the Russian Olympic Committee’s suspension, clearing the way for Russian athletes to compete under the ROC at the 2028 Los Angeles Games and beyond after the ROC said it would not operate in Ukrainian territories; the IOC will monitor compliance with anti-doping rules and could require independent testing if RUSADA remains non-compliant, and will review anthem and flag use at a later date.

via The New York Times|
#2028#doping#olympics
PGA TOUR Unveils Merit-Based Two-Series Format Set to Launch in 2028
sports18 days ago

PGA TOUR Unveils Merit-Based Two-Series Format Set to Launch in 2028

The PGA TOUR approved a two-series competitive model to start in 2028: the PGA TOUR Championship Series for the world’s top players (roughly 23–24 events, at least $20 million purses per event, 120-player fields, 72 holes with a 36-hole cut, and a revamped postseason including match play) and the PGA TOUR Challenger Series for up-and-coming players (at least 20 events, at least $4 million purses, about 144-player fields, 72 holes with a 36-hole cut). The two series will run parallel with separate points systems and a promotion/relegation pathway: at least 20 Challenger players will be promoted to the Championship Series, while the top ~90 Championship finishers will be exempt for the next season. A “last chance” fall series and continued Q-School provide additional routes, and a limited set of elevated international events may be played in partnership with the DP World Tour. The change aims to bring clearer pathways, higher stakes, and a more merit-based competitive framework starting in 2028.

via PGA Tour|
#2028#golf#pga-tour
AOC walks a tightrope with progressives as 2028 decision nears
politics3 months ago

AOC walks a tightrope with progressives as 2028 decision nears

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is trying to win over left-wing critics who say she cares too much about mainstream approval while weighing a 2028 White House bid. She has taken a tougher line on Israel funding to appease the left and is working to repair ties with the DSA after past strains, all while navigating loyalties to former allies and potential Senate runs. The maneuver could complicate any left-leaning presidential bid and influence her general-election prospects.

via Axios|
#2028#aoc#dsa
NHL Unveils 2028 World Cup of Hockey With Three Host Cities
sports3 months ago

NHL Unveils 2028 World Cup of Hockey With Three Host Cities

The NHL announced at its Palm Beach GM meetings that the 2028 World Cup of Hockey will be staged in February 2028 with Prague, Calgary and Edmonton as hosts, marking the event's return since 2016. The league will partner with IIHF to ensure participation of players from outside the NHL and will use NHL rules (including five-on-five overtime) instead of international rules, with the round robin split between Prague and Calgary and the semifinals/finals in Edmonton, occurring mid-season during 2027-28. Russia’s involvement remains uncertain amid IIHF exclusions, and the NHL is weighing format options and potential expansions as it positions the event ahead of the 2030 Olympics.

via Pro Hockey Rumors|
#2028#edmonton#nhl
Scout Motors US Debut Delayed to 2028 Amid Tech and Financing Hurdles
business4 months ago

Scout Motors US Debut Delayed to 2028 Amid Tech and Financing Hurdles

VW Group says Scout Motors’ U.S. launch is pushed to 2028 due to technical issues and financial obligations; the brand, once pitched as an all‑electric revival, appears to lean toward range‑extended models, with a Blythewood, SC plant chosen partly to leverage the Inflation Reduction Act before Congress ended it in 2025; Scout has not provided a new timeline.

via The Drive|
#2028#business#ev
UK kicks off first Town of Culture contest to celebrate local spots
culture5 months ago

UK kicks off first Town of Culture contest to celebrate local spots

The UK has launched its inaugural Town of Culture competition to boost local pride. Three finalists will be chosen by an expert panel, with the winner receiving £3m and two runners-up £250k each; shortlisted towns get £60k to develop bids. The winning town will start a year-long cultural programme in 2028. Eligible towns of all sizes (excluding Greater London) can apply, with finalists to include one small, one medium, and one large town. Shortlisting is planned for spring, with the winner announced by early 2027. The effort aims to amplify local stories and culture across the country.

via BBC|
#2028#culture#culture-competition
NASA's New Leadership Unveils Bold Plans for Lunar Return and Permanent Moon Base
science-and-space6 months ago

NASA's New Leadership Unveils Bold Plans for Lunar Return and Permanent Moon Base

President Trump has issued an executive order prioritizing the return of Americans to the moon by 2028, with plans for a nuclear lunar outpost by 2030, and NASA, under new leadership, aims to accelerate the timeline, including a crewed lunar mission in 2028 and establishing a lunar base, amidst international competition and commercial sector involvement.

via The Hill|
#2028#artemis#moon