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Forecast podcast: Muslim region in Philippines holds historic election as separatist violence concerns persist

Factal September 17, 2026

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Matthew Hipolito discuss election-related violence in the southern Philippines’ Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, plus more on a NATO Chiefs…

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…

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Forecast podcast: Muslim region in Philippines holds historic election as separatist violence concerns persist

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