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| What will the world look like in 2026? From wars in space to a superhuman sporting event, and the battle for America’s 250th birthday celebrations—these are some of the stories that will shape the coming year. 00:00 - The World Ahead 2026 00:21 - Competition in space intensifies 03:14 - Central banks face political pressure 05:56 - A superhuman sporting event 08:49 - The battle for America's birthday Read more on The World Ahead 2026: https://econ.st/442AJfi Military competition in space will intensify: https://econ.st/48Vvv6U Expect mediocre growth and, in America, too much inflation in the year ahead: https://econ.st/4p6kfL4 The sports tournament where drugs are allowed: https://econ.st/4slOP6n A divided America celebrates its 250th birthday: https://econ.st/49jkbmj Watch The Insider: https://econ.st/4mJIv4f Sign up to the Insider newsletter: https://econ.st/4nOyzIb |
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