Nordic Countries Dominate 2026 World Happiness; No English Speakers in Top 10

The 2026 World Happiness Report highlights Finland as the happiest country for the ninth consecutive year, with Nordic nations filling the top ranks and no English-speaking countries in the top 10. This reflects ongoing happiness challenges in English-speaking countries like the U.S., ranked 23rd, where social media overuse correlates with declining youth life satisfaction. Experts emphasize moderation of social media use as a key future strategy to enhance wellbeing amid evolving digital habits.