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Forecast: U.S. braces for hurricane season, Mexico holds judicial elections, and South Korea chooses new president

Factal May 29, 2025

The image is a satellite view of a massive hurricane over the ocean. At the center is the eye of the hurricane, a well-defined circular area surrounded by tightly wound, swirling clouds. The hurricane spans most of the visible section of the ocean, with dense, white cloud formations spiraling outward. At the top, there is a view of the mainland, where patches of green and brown land are visible. The ocean beneath the clouds is deep blue, with lighter patches indicating waves or disturbed water. The right side of the image is darker, possibly approaching nightfall or an area with less cloud cover, revealing some city lights on the mainland.

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Forecast podcast: US braces for hurricane season as questions linger over disaster response

Factal May 29, 2025

The image shows a satellite view of a hurricane in grayscale, with swirling clouds forming a circular pattern. The eye of the hurricane is clearly visible at the center, appearing as a small circular area with a lighter shade. Around the eye, dense cloud bands spiral outward, creating a textured appearance. The image also features three bluish-white light spots near the top center, likely indicating lightning or other atmospheric activity. On the right side, scattered clouds vary in density and form intricate patterns against a darker background.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Joe Veyera discuss the start of the Atlantic hurricane season and lingering questions over disaster response, plus more on elections in…

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The Debrief: Deadly quake crystalizes Myanmar’s civil war

Factal May 1, 2025

The image depicts a disaster scene with rescue workers amid the rubble of a collapsed building. The multi-story structure shows severe structural damage, with large cracks and areas of concrete debris. Several rescue workers in bright orange uniforms and helmets are searching through the debris, highlighting ongoing rescue efforts. A partially crushed black vehicle is visible among the rubble. In the foreground, people wearing safety gear, including helmets and face masks, are gathered, likely coordinating the rescue. Adjacent to the collapsed building, another structure with red-tinted wooden windows and a tiled roof stands intact.

Areas around Mandalay and Sagaing were left in ruins after a deadly earthquake struck Myanmar in March, the sheer force of nature crystalizing the ongoing conflict between the junta and rebel forces. The tragedy, compounded by years of war and instability, saw both sides momentarily unite in response.

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Forecast: Myanmar ceasefire ends, RSF captures Sudan’s Zamzam IDP camp, and outrage grows over Trump-El Salvador prison deal

Factal April 17, 2025

The image shows two people standing side by side in front of two large national flags. The person on the left is wearing a dark blue suit with a light blue tie, and the person on the right is wearing a dark suit with a patterned tie. Behind them, to the left, is a large flag resembling the United States flag with stars and stripes, while on the right is a flag resembling the flag of China, featuring a red background with yellow stars. The backdrop has colorful confetti-like decorations at the top. In front of them, a table is set with microphones and small flags on stands representing both countries.

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Forecast: Tornadoes tear across U.S. South and Midwest, hearing for South Korea’s impeached president, and parliament resumes in Canada

Factal March 20, 2025

The image depicts a nighttime protest scene in an urban setting. A large crowd of people is gathered in the street, many holding up banners with text. The street is well-lit by high streetlights, creating bright spots against the dark night sky. On the left side, a multi-story building with a series of balconies lines the street. A light post curves over the crowd near the building. In the distance, a notable building with illuminated windows and a symmetrical façade stands, likely a government or significant public building. Trees are visible among the crowd, with some individuals wearing orange reflective vests.

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Forecast: Syria sees worst violence since fall of Assad regime, China imposes tariffs on Canada, and U.S. airline resumes flights to Tel Aviv

Factal March 13, 2025

The image shows a man in a suit standing at a podium with a microphone. He has light hair and is wearing a dark blue suit with a white shirt and patterned tie. On the lapel of his suit is a small American flag pin. Behind him, two men are seated, both wearing suits and ties. They appear slightly blurred, with one man on the left donning a red tie and the other on the right with a blue tie. The background features a large American flag hung vertically along the wall.

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Forecast podcast: Syria sees worst violence since fall of Assad regime

Factal March 13, 2025

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Agnese Boffano discuss the recent fighting in western Syria that left more than 1,000 people killed, plus more on a U.S.…

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Snapshot of Factal editors’ 2025 global outlooks

Sarah Burke February 11, 2025

Map of 500 global incidents verified and geolocated by editors at Factal

The new year always brings new unknowns in global news coverage. But it’s also a good time to reflect and plan ahead. Our editors created…

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Forecast: Top Russian general assassinated in Moscow, winter weather impacts U.S. holiday travel. and Syria’s Damascus Airport possibly reopens

Factal December 19, 2024

The image shows a snow-covered road viewed through the windshield of a snowplow. The snowplow's yellow frame is visible at the bottom of the image, with several black and white mechanical parts and lights. Snow heavily covers the road and the road signs are barely visible due to the dense snowfall. The sky is overcast, blending into the white background, and the visibility is low.

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Forecast: Israel-Lebanon tensions rise after deadly pager explosions, Sri Lanka holds election, and UNGA begins

Factal September 19, 2024

The image portrays a meeting of four individuals seated around a large, round wooden table. The table has a polished light wood finish and is adorned with a floral centerpiece featuring yellow, white, and red flowers with green foliage. Each person is seated in an office chair and positioned in front of a small nameplate. From left to right, the individuals are as follows: A man wearing a dark blue suit, white shirt, and tie, seated at the left end. A man dressed in a dark suit with a white shirt, seated next to the first man. Another man also dressed in a dark suit and white shirt, seated to the right of the second man. A man wearing a white shirt and a black vest, seated at the right end of the table. Behind the individuals are four flags from left to right: The flag of the United States. The flag of Australia. The flag of Japan. The flag of India. The backdrop includes a circular, light blue pillar and light-colored, frosted glass panels. The setting appears to be indoors, with wooden beams and alternating transparent and opaque window panes.

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