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Forecast podcast: Hundreds killed in northwest Pakistan as cloudbursts bring devastating floods

Factal August 21, 2025

The image shows a group of people at a flood relief camp in a mountainous area. Two men, one in military camouflage and the other in a dark uniform, are standing with two young girls. The man in camouflage is wearing a helmet with a visor and a large backpack, while the man in the dark uniform has a cap and several badges on his shirt. The girls are holding large transparent bags filled with blankets, wearing bright, patterned clothing. Another man in uniform is visible in the background, while a banner prominently displayed reads "Army Flood Relief Camp" with additional text and logos. The backdrop consists of tall mountains, trees, and a cloudy sky.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Awais Ahmad discuss the devastating floods in Pakistan that have killed hundreds of people, plus more on Thailand’s top court ruling…

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Forecast: Trump deploys National Guard to DC, elections in Nigeria and Bolivia, and possible peace deal between DR Congo and M23

Factal August 14, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, pictured above in 2018, will meet in Alaska on Friday to discuss the war in Ukraine.

Welcome to Factal Forecast, a look at the week’s biggest stories from the editors at Factal. We publish our forward-looking note each Thursday to help…

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Forecast: Netanyahu pushes for Gaza occupation, Trump wants a deal to end war in Ukraine, and Armenia and the U.S. hold military drills

Factal August 7, 2025

The image shows two men formally dressed and seated on wooden chairs with plush cushions. They are positioned on either side of a small round table that holds a floral arrangement and some papers. Behind them, the background reveals a few standing flags with red, white, and blue colors. The floor is adorned with a red patterned rug, and the setting appears to be indoors with wooden doors and ornate molding visible. Both men seem to be engaged in a serious conversation, with one gesturing slightly with his hands.

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Forecast podcast: Netanyahu pushes for Gaza occupation despite rising humanitarian concerns

Factal August 7, 2025

The image depicts a scene of destruction, with several people walking along a dirt road flanked by debris and ruined buildings. In the foreground, a group of individuals, including a person in a red shirt, walk towards the background. The path is surrounded by rubble, with remnants of structures on both sides. Two tall, partially-collapsed buildings stand prominently to the left and right, with their upper sections leaning at precarious angles. In the distance, more damaged buildings are visible, highlighting extensive structural damage. The sky is clear, providing stark contrast to the scene of devastation below.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Ahmed Namatalla discuss Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s reported plan to re-occupy the Gaza Strip, plus more on Trump wanting a…

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Forecast: Trump reciprocal tariffs go into effect, DHS ends protections for Cameroon and Nepal, and Bolivia marks independence day

Factal July 31, 2025

The image shows a large group of people gathered outdoors, many wearing hard hats, which appear to be miners' helmets. The crowd is dense and fills the frame, with individuals dressed in various colors, including red, green, and brown. Some people are holding flags, and there is a prominent white sign in the center with bold blue text held by a person wearing a hat and a jacket. The atmosphere suggests a public demonstration or rally.

Welcome to Factal Forecast, a look at the week’s biggest stories from the editors at Factal. We publish our forward-looking note each Thursday to help you get a jump-start on…

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Forecast: Israel bombs Damascus amid deadly violence in Syria, Japan holds upper house election, and World Court issues climate change opinion

Factal July 18, 2025

The image shows a man standing behind a lectern, delivering a speech. He is wearing a dark suit with a white dress shirt and a striped tie. A red ribbon is pinned to his suit jacket. The lectern is simple and dark-colored with microphones placed on it. The background is plain with vertical lines, suggesting a formal or official setting. The lighting is soft, focusing primarily on the man.

Welcome to Factal Forecast, a look at the week’s biggest stories from the editors at Factal. We publish our forward-looking note each Thursday to help you get a jump-start on…

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Forecast: Questions continue to rise after deadly Texas floods, PKK dissolves, and U.S. terminates protected status for Afghans

Factal July 10, 2025

A group of armed individuals in military attire march together, holding flags featuring a prominent leader's portrait.

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Forecast podcast: Death toll and questions continue to rise after deadly Texas floods

Factal July 10, 2025

The image is a satellite view of a landscape depicting a river surrounded by dense green foliage. The river flows horizontally, cutting through a wooded area in the upper part of the image. The landscape surrounding the river shows signs of uneven terrain with patches of brown and exposed earth, suggesting flooding or erosion. Below the river, there is a road running parallel to it, with several houses and a building complex on either side. The houses are organized into a small residential area with a variety of smaller structures and green lawns, typical of a suburban setting. A few cars are visible on the road, indicating some level of activity. Further south, the landscape becomes more open, featuring fewer trees and larger patches of grassland.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Joe Veyera discuss the deadly floods that tore through Texas’s Hill Country region, plus more on the dissolution of the militant…

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Factal Forecast: Europe faces heatwave, Netanyahu visits DC, and Dalai Lama set to reveal succession plan

Dave Clark July 3, 2025

The image shows a person seated at a table, wearing traditional yellow and maroon robes. They are speaking into a microphone attached to a headset. In front of them is a table adorned with an intricate, multicolored patterned cloth and ornate objects, including a detailed silver statue. The background consists of a blue wall with a large, circular emblem at the top right, depicting decorative elements and script. Below the emblem is a row of colorful, circular decorations.

Welcome to Factal Forecast, a look at the week’s biggest stories from the editors at Factal. We publish our forward-looking note each Thursday to help you get a jump-start on…

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Forecast podcast: Heat wave grips Europe, fuels wildfires in process

Factal July 3, 2025

The image is a color-coded map depicting land and sea surface temperatures across Southern Europe and parts of North Africa and the Middle East on June 29, 2025. Vibrant colors range from deep red, indicating temperatures of 55°C or higher, through shades of orange, blue, and light blue, representing cooler temperatures. Key locations marked include Seville at 54°C, Biskra at 49°C, and Nicosia at 48°C. The sea around the Mediterranean is shown with lighter colors, with the Tyrrhenian Sea at 28°C and the Aegean Sea at 23°C. Temperature data is divided into two categories: land surface temperature and sea surface temperature. The map features various cities marked with circles and rectangles containing temperature labels. A scale bar shows gradients between cooler and warmer areas on both land and sea.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Jess Fino discuss the heat wave wreaking havoc in Europe, plus more on the Dalai Lama revealing a succession plan, an…

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