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Forecast: US-Iran hostilities heat up as other regional conflicts threaten to boil over, Colombia’s Congress inaugurated, and Maduro appears in court

Factal July 16, 2026

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro poses with DEA agents in New York following his capture by the United States. (Photo: U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration)

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Forecast: Two powerful earthquakes rock Venezuela, U.S. celebrates Independence Day, and funeral begins for Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei

Factal July 2, 2026

The image captures a sky scene during what appears to be an airshow or public event. In the foreground, a diverse crowd of people is seen looking upwards, some with their hands raised in applause and others holding mobile phones to record the spectacle. Their faces are illuminated by the fading light of dusk. Above them, a B-2 stealth bomber is prominently featured, flying in formation with several fighter jets, which are positioned below and to the side of the bomber. The sky is a gradient of soft blues transitioning into light gray, with a crescent moon visible. The overall composition reflects a moment of awe and excitement, characterized by the contrast between the aircraft and the natural scenery.

Two powerful earthquakes just seconds apart rocked Venezuela last week, leaving thousands dead and tens of thousands more missing and injured. In this week’s Factal Forecast…

Forecast: U.S.-Iran peace deal remains elusive, Portugal holds general strike, and Colombia chooses next president

Factal May 28, 2026

Soccer team celebrating with a trophy on a stage marked "CHAMPIONS 2025/26."

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Forecast: Iran war at impasse as Trump rejects proposal, Louisiana holds primaries amid redistricting push, and Indian PM embarks on 5-nation visit

Factal May 14, 2026

People at a public rally holding pro-Palestinian signs and banners.

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Forecast: Elections held in Peru, Hungary and Benin, Los Angeles teachers strike, and the IMF meets

Factal April 9, 2026

A public event where a middle-aged man in a dark suit and blue tie stands at a podium. The podium has a red sign with white text. He appears solemn and is positioned against a backdrop of an audience. The audience is densely packed and comprises various people in formal attire, some clapping and others observing intently. Low lighting casts a blue tint over the crowd, creating a dramatic atmosphere.

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Forecast: Ukrainian drones violate Baltic airspace amid campaign on Russian oil exports, Trump delivers budget request, and US VP visits Hungary

Factal April 2, 2026

A barricaded entrance with a sign in Thai at a gas station.

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Forecast: Iran war closes on first month, TSA workers potentially miss second paycheck, and NASA launches Artemis II mission

Factal March 26, 2026

The image depicts a large gathering of people outdoors on a sunny day, in front of a giant replica of the United States Constitution's preamble with the words "We the People" prominently displayed. The replica covers a significant portion of the scene and is held up by several participants. In the background, the U.S. Capitol building is visible with its distinctive white dome, accompanied by other government buildings. The crowd, composed of individuals in casual attire, holds various signs. Some signs include messages such as "NO MORE STOLEN ELECTIONS" and "DEMOCRACY NOT AUTOCRACY." The setting appears to be a political demonstration or protest on a large expanse of sandy, open ground, typical of an area like the National Mall in Washington, D.C. The season is likely late fall or early spring, as the surrounding trees are bare without leaves.

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Forecast: U.S. and Israeli forces attack Iran, Colombia picks a congress, and U.S. auctions Alaska drilling rights

Factal March 5, 2026

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Forecast: U.S. weighs possible strikes in Iran, Trump delivers State of the Union, and India’s Modi visits Israel

Factal February 19, 2026

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