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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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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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The Debrief: Thailand’s fragile democracy

Factal July 1, 2025

The image depicts a scene at an ancient stone ruin. In the foreground, a person in military camouflage attire, including a wide-brimmed hat, stands on the left. They appear to be guarding the site. The stone structure is composed of large, weathered, rectangular blocks arranged to form doorways and walls, conveying a sense of historical architecture. Through the main stone doorway in the center, several more doorways align perfectly, creating a visual tunnel leading into the background. The stones are unevenly colored, ranging from gray to pinkish hues, with some greenery visible on the ground and through the doorways. To the left and right, additional stone walls extend outward from the central structure, showing signs of age and erosion.

Suspended Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s fledgling government appears to be losing ground over clashes that erupted in disputed regions along the Cambodian border, after more…

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Forecast: Thailand-Cambodia border dispute heats up, NYC holds primary elections, and U.S. celebrates Juneteenth

Factal June 20, 2025

The image shows two flags raised on flagpoles against a clear blue sky. The central flag, prominently displayed, features a design with a blue field on the left, transitioning to red on the right, and is bisected by a white star surrounded by a burst pattern. The text "June 19, 1865" is printed vertically along the blue section. To the right, partially visible, is an American flag with its familiar red and white stripes and blue canton with white stars. The flagpoles are metallic and extend upwards at a slight angle, emphasizing the flags against the sky.

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: Tensions soar as Thailand-Cambodia border dispute heats up

Factal June 20, 2025

The image is a topographic map showing the provisional demilitarized zone around the Temple of Preah Vihear, located along the border between Thailand and Cambodia. The map features contour lines illustrating the area's elevation, with an interval of 20 meters. Major geographical markings include four key points labeled A, B, C, and D, connected by an orange line that outlines the demilitarized zone. Roads, tracks, paths, and a former stairway are depicted with different dashed and solid lines. The map is labeled with "THAILAND" to the north and "CAMBODIA" to the south. Key elements in the lower right include a scale bar and an indication of the coordinate system (WGS84 Datum).

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Vivian Wang discuss the soaring tensions between Thailand and Cambodia, plus more on elections in Tokyo, India reopening its airspace to…

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Forecast: Anti-ICE protests spread across US, Trump hosts military parade, and Shin Bet chief resigns

Factal June 12, 2025

The image depicts a large gathering of uniformed military personnel, all wearing red berets, seated in a stadium-like setting. In the foreground, a man in a blue suit, white shirt, and purple tie raises his fist while walking on a stage. Behind him is a large banner with the number 250 prominently displayed. In the background, a massive screen displays the words "THIS WE'LL DEFEND." Another person in a suit stands below the stage, wearing sunglasses and a red tie. The sky is partly cloudy, adding depth to the outdoor venue.

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Anti-ICE protests spread across US as Trump’s immigration crackdown continues

Factal June 12, 2025

The image depicts a group of California National Guard soldiers standing in a line outside a building with large glass doors. They are wearing camouflage uniforms and helmets, and each holds a transparent shield with “California National Guard” printed on it in white letters. The doors behind them are marked with graffiti in various colors. In front of the soldiers, a crowd of civilians is gathered, some wearing masks and bright-colored clothing. The scene suggests a protest or public gathering, with people interacting or observing the line of guards.

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Joe Veyera discuss the protests that have erupted in Los Angeles and across the United States, plus more on a court…

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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.

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: Thai court rules on PM’s dismissal, US bans Russian uranium imports, and Olympics come to an end

Factal August 8, 2024

Philippine Coast Guard vessel named Kalanggaman with crew members in uniform saluting on the deck.

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Forecast: Tensions between Israel and Hezbollah grow, Democrats set to nominate Harris, and NTSB holds hearings on Boeing 737 MAX incident

Factal August 1, 2024

A woman in a blazer signing a document at a table with an American flag in the background.

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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