2018th

The year 2018 was the 2018th year of the Common Era, a common year starting on a Monday in the Gregorian calendar. It was the 18th year of the 3rd millennium and the 19th year of the 21st century. Notable events of 2018 included the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea, and the FIFA World Cup held in Russia. The world also saw significant political developments, including ongoing trade tensions between the United States and China, and continuing efforts to address climate change, highlighted by the IPCC's special report on global warming of 1.5 °C.

In science and technology, 2018 witnessed the launch of the SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, carrying Elon Musk's Tesla Roadster into space. The European Space Agency's Gaia mission continued to map the Milky Way galaxy with unprecedented precision. Medical advancements included breakthroughs in gene editing technologies and progress in the development of new cancer therapies. Socially, various movements gained momentum, raising awareness about issues such as gender equality and environmental protection. The year was marked by a mix of significant global events, technological achievements, and ongoing societal discussions.