India, Jan. 2 -- The Young and the Restless is wasting no time turning up the drama in 2026. From long-simmering rivalries to unstable romances and returning villains, the CBS soap is setting the stage for a year packed with suspense, emotional fallout and high-stakes decisions across Genoa City.

Producers have teased a fast-moving winter and spring, with multiple storylines converging and several fan-favorite characters facing turning points that could permanently alter their relationships.

Longtime rivals Victor Newman and Jack Abbott are once again on a collision course. According to TV Insider, Victor's latest moves, aided by Nikki Newman, are expected to trigger major consequences for Jack and Diane Jenkins. However, the feud may t...