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Numbers of the year 2026

From passenger numbers to world cup travel, we cast our eye forwards into 2026

From record-breaking passenger numbers, to some more record-breaking numbers - courtesy of the Men鈥檚 football World Cup. We look forward to what 2026 might have in store for us - numerically of course.

Presenter: Tim Harford
Producers: Charlotte McDonald and Katie Solleveld
Production Co-ordinator: Maria Ogundele
Sound Mix: Rod Farquhar
Editor: Richard Vadon

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    Tim Harford explains the numbers and statistics used in everyday life.