20218

2018 is a common year starting on a Sunday in the Gregorian calendar. It was the 2018th year of the Common Era, the 18th year of the 3rd millennium, the 18th year of the 21st century, and the 9th year of the 2010s decade.

Notable events in 2018 included the Winter Olympics held in Pyeongchang, South Korea, and the FIFA World Cup hosted in Russia. In the United States, the hashtag #MeToo continued to be a significant cultural and social movement. Several countries held general elections, including the United States midterm elections, Brazil, and Mexico. Technological advancements continued, with ongoing developments in artificial intelligence and the increasing prevalence of 5G mobile network trials.

Economically, global markets experienced fluctuations throughout the year. Trade tensions between major economies were a recurring theme. Culturally, 2018 saw the release of numerous films and musical albums, with artists like Drake and Cardi B dominating charts.

The year was marked by both significant progress and ongoing challenges across various global sectors. Environmental concerns, including climate change, remained a prominent topic of discussion and action. Scientific research continued to make strides in areas such as medicine and space exploration.