A Chilling 2026 Forecast from Nostradamus

A new year always brings the same mix of excitement and nerves. We set goals, swear we will finally organize the garage, and ponder what surprises the next 12 months will bring. And every time the calendar flips, one name always seems to pop back up in headlines and social media posts: Nostradamus.

If you are not familiar, Nostradamus was a French astrologer and writer from the 16th century who died in 1566. He became famous for his cryptic writings, especially a collection of short poems known as quatrains, which some people believe predict future events.

Now, to be clear, Nostradamus did not write, “In 2026, this will happen.” His verses are vague, symbolic, and open to interpretation, which is exactly why they continue to fuel debates centuries later. Still, many people love looking back at his words and trying to connect them to modern life.

So, what are some of the Nostradamus predictions the masses are linking to 2026? Here are a few of the most talked-about ones and what they might mean.