From The Economist.

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

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