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The 2018 Times
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July 2018 | Thailand | Global News
A Year of Heroic Rescues and Cultural Milestones
In 2018, the world watched breathless rescues and historic cultural shifts unfold in real time across digital feeds. From unprecedented space milestones to groundbreaking cinematic achievements, global attention united around unforgettable moments of drama and art.
Beyoncé's Historic 'Beychella' Show
Beyoncé made history as the first Black woman to headline Coachella, delivering an iconic, marching-band-infused tribute to HBCU culture.
SpaceX Falcon Heavy Maiden Launch
SpaceX launched the world's most powerful active rocket, sending Elon Musk's personal Tesla Roadster with dummy 'Starman' into orbit around the Sun.
Also this year
Black Panther Shatters Cinema Records
February 2018 | Film | Pop Culture
Marvel's Black Panther became a monumental cultural touchstone, celebrating Black excellence while breaking global box office records.
The Royal Wedding of Harry and Meghan
May 19, 2018 | Windsor, UK | Royalty
Prince Harry married American actress Meghan Markle in a historic Windsor Castle ceremony watched by hundreds of millions worldwide.
France Wins the 2018 FIFA World Cup
July 15, 2018 | Moscow, Russia | Sports
Led by teenage sensation Kylian Mbappé, France defeated Croatia 4-2 in a thrilling final to capture their second World Cup title.
March for Our Lives Demonstrations
March 24, 2018 | Global | Activism
Millions of student-led protesters took to the streets globally to demand gun violence prevention following the Parkland school tragedy.
PyeongChang Winter Olympics Unity
February 2018 | South Korea | Sports
North and South Korea marched together under a unified flag at the opening ceremony, signaling a historic moment of diplomatic thawing.