pretend like it's 2018
Sure, let's go back to 2018!
In 2018, the world was buzzing with excitement and anticipation. Some of the major events and trends of that year include:
1. The FIFA World Cup: The 2018 FIFA World Cup was held in Russia, capturing the attention of millions of football/soccer fans around the globe. France emerged as the champions, defeating Croatia in the final.
2. Avengers: Infinity War: The highly-anticipated Marvel superhero film, Avengers: Infinity War, was released in April 2018. It brought together numerous Marvel characters in a battle against the powerful villain Thanos.
3. Black Panther: Another major Marvel film released in 2018 was Black Panther, which became a cultural phenomenon. It was celebrated for its representation of African culture and strong black characters.
4. Royal Wedding: Prince Harry married Meghan Markle in a grand ceremony in May 2018. The event was watched by millions worldwide, and Meghan Markle became the Duchess of Sussex.
5. Me Too Movement: The Me Too movement, which originally began in 2006 but gained significant momentum in 2017, continued to have a profound impact in 2018. Many prominent figures across various industries were called out for their sexually abusive behavior.
6. Cryptocurrency Boom: 2018 saw the rise of cryptocurrencies, with Bitcoin reaching an all-time high in value. However, the market also experienced a significant crash, causing a decline in cryptocurrency prices.
7. Space Exploration: Space exploration continued to captivate the world's attention in 2018. SpaceX successfully launched its Falcon Heavy rocket and even sent a Tesla Roadster into space.
8. Earthquakes and Natural Disasters: Several major earthquakes and natural disasters occurred in 2018, including the devastating earthquake in Indonesia, wildfires in California, and hurricanes Florence and Michael hitting the United States.
These are just a few highlights of what happened in 2018. So, let's pretend for a moment that it's 2018, and enjoy reminiscing about the events and trends of that year!