Global Happiness Rankings: U.S. Drops Out of Top 20, Finland Holds First Place

The U.S. has fallen out of the top 20 happiest countries for the first time, ranking 23rd in the World Happiness Report. Finland remains at the top of the list, while Lithuania is the happiest country for those under 30 and Denmark for those 60 and older. The report reveals a significant decline in the reported well-being of Americans under 30, with generational differences in happiness becoming more pronounced. Factors such as social connections and loneliness are cited as potential reasons for these differences, with concerns raised about the well-being of younger generations in various parts of the world.