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Factal @factal.com · 17h
Environmental concerns over a proposed luxury development in Albania have sparked nightly protests on the streets of Tirana, and escalated to calls for the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Whether that groundswell is enough to topple the government remains to be seen.
An infographic starting June 4, 2026, about protests in Tirana, Albania, over a proposed Kushner-linked resort. The left side contains a white text panel with a large headline and three summary points. The right side shows a dark regional map locating Tirana and Rrjoll, Albania, alongside a light-colored street map of central Tirana. Purple circles mark multiple protest-related locations, with larger clusters near central landmarks including Skanderbeg Square, the Pyramid of Tirana, and Jean d’Arc Boulevard. An orange curved overlay connects the regional map to the detailed city map.
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Factal @factal.com · 25/09/2026
In this week's 11-minute Factal Forecast podcast: US expands military footprint in Arctic in new deal with Greenland and Denmark - interview w/ Theresa Seiger Plus coverage of upcoming global news.
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Factal @factal.com · 17/09/2026
In this week's 18-minute episode of the Factal Forecast podcast; Muslim region in Philippines holds historic election as separatist violence concerns persist - interview w/ Matthew Hipolito Sept. 22: UNGA General Debate Sept. 23: Morocco elections Sept. 24: Chinese president visits the White House
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Factal @factal.com · 10/09/2026
In this week's 12-minute episode of the Factal Forecast podcast; Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis attack Saudi Arabia, threatening to expand Iran war - interview w/ Ahmed Sept. 12: BRICS summit Sept. 15: Mexico Independence Day Sept. 18: Russian elections Find it where podcasts make you more informed.
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Factal @factal.com · 04/09/2026
And as always, the extended outlook. The Forecast is available as a podcast and a monthly newsletter. Forecast is one of our many public resources based in our mission to protect people from imminent harm and help those in immediate need. blog.factal.com/2026/09/fore...
A two-week editorial calendar titled “Extended Outlook,” with a red logo and heading at the top and the subtitle “What’s on our editors’ radar in the coming weeks…” beneath it. The calendar is arranged in seven columns labeled Sunday through Saturday and two rows covering September 6–19. Each date contains bullet-pointed events; most text is black, while selected items are blue or orange. Thin gray lines separate the calendar cells. A footer states that factual editors are on duty in chat and that major verified updates are shared in real time on Bluesky, Threads, and Mastodon.
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Factal @factal.com · 04/09/2026
In this week's 12-minute Factal Forecast Nepal flood death toll tops 1,200 as rescuers race to find thousands more missing - interview w/ Halima Mansoor Sept. 7: Nationwide rail strike in Italy Sept. 9: GOP midterm convention in Dallas Sept. 10: Peak of Atlantic hurricane season
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Factal @factal.com · 27/08/2026
This week's Factal Forecast spins you through stories in Thailand, DC, Guinea-Bissau, NYC, Estonia and more. Southern Thailand rocked by coordinated arson attacks - interview w/ Halima Mansoor
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Factal @factal.com · 21/08/2026
Find the Forecast on our blog, in your inbox and where you listen to podcasts -- wherever you want to learn the news that shapes the week ahead. blog.factal.com/2026/08/fore...
The image is a map depicting the aftermath of a magnitude 7.7 earthquake that occurred on Indonesia's Flores island from August 15 to 18, 2026. The top left portion features bold text stating "Magnitude 7.7 earthquake on Indonesia's Flores island," along with the dates of the event. The map shows a detailed representation of the region, with various colored circles marking the locations of seismic activity. Yellow circles of varying sizes indicate the intensity and frequency of aftershocks, predominantly located in and around Flores and adjacent islands. Alongside the map, there are four bullet points providing specific data about the earthquake's impact: the number of casualties, injuries, displaced people, and aftershocks.
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Factal @factal.com · 21/08/2026
- Aug. 22: Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington, D.C. - Aug 23: Singapore National Day rally - Aug 24: Paraguay national doctors’ strike - Aug. 24: Ukraine Independence Day
The image displays a calendar layout titled "Extended Outlook" with events scheduled from August 23 to September 5. The layout features a grid with days of the week arranged horizontally across the top and dates listed vertically on the left. Each cell contains specific events for that date. The overall design is clean with a white background, featuring a combination of dark purple and orange text. The day headings (Sunday through Saturday) are in a dark purple font, while the title "Extended Outlook" is prominently displayed in bold orange. Event entries include notable dates such as "Ukraine Independence Day," "New York State Fair begins," and "Golf’s Walker Cup in County Clare, Ireland." Key events are marked with blue or orange colored text, highlighting their significance. The footer of the calendar has a note about fact-checking, mentioning that editors are available in real-time across different social media platforms.
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Factal @factal.com · 21/08/2026
In this week's 10-minute Factal Forecast podcast and newsletter. US government pauses Big Bend National Park border project as backlash grows - interview w/ Joe Veyera
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Factal @factal.com · 13/08/2026
🎧 The Factal Forecast: - Rescuers race to find survivors after deadly Colombia earthquake-interview w/ Jeff Landset - Aug. 14: Pakistan Independence Day - Aug. 15: Authorities warn of another migrant influx at Ceuta - Aug. 18: Primaries in AK, FL, WY - Aug. 19: US tariffs on Canada could kick in
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Factal @factal.com · 06/08/2026
In this week's 11-minute episode of the Factal Forecast podcast. Misinformation triggers deadly border rush by migrants in Spanish territory of Ceuta - interview w/ Jess Fino
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Factal @factal.com · 30/07/2026
Find the Forecast on our blog and in your inbox. blog.factal.com/2026/07/fore...
The image is a weekly calendar layout, organized into a grid format, displaying events scheduled from August 2 to August 15. The top of the image features the title "Extended Outlook" in large orange letters, along with a subtitle that states, "What's on our editors’ radar in the coming weeks...". Each day of the week is marked with a corresponding date in August, starting from Sunday, August 2, to Saturday, August 15. The events listed are concise notes, each accompanied by the respective date. The days are divided into two rows with a mix of significant political, cultural, and social events occurring on each day. The design employs a clean layout with contrasting colors for ease of reading, utilizing a white background and simple, bold font.
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Factal @factal.com · 30/07/2026
In this week's Factal Forecast our editors cover the earthquake in Japan as well as upcoming events in Venezuela, Senegal, Lebanon, Israel, some U.S. state primaries, Bangladesh, Colombia and wildfires in France and Spain. Subscribe to the Factal Forecast to plan for tomorrow and the weeks to come.
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Factal @factal.com · 24/07/2026
This week's 12-minute Factal Forecast episode covers: - Chile hit with catastrophic flooding as El Niño threatens even more rain - interview w/ Jeff Landset
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Factal @factal.com · 10/07/2026
Find the Factal Forecast in your inbox and on our blog. blog.factal.com/2026/07/fore...
The image features a calendar-like layout titled "Extended Outlook," showcasing various events and important dates for the upcoming weeks. The layout is divided into two sections, with the left column labeled for days of the week (Sunday through Saturday) and events listed for each day. The date is noted in bold with the specific events below, including summaries for events like the MLB Draft and the Fentanyl Free America Summit. The overall design is minimalistic, using a clean font with varying boldness for emphasis. Prominent headings are in large, orange text, while event details are in standard black text.
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Factal @factal.com · 10/07/2026
We publish our forward-looking note, the Factal Forecast, each Thursday to help you get a jump-start on the week ahead. Watch for: This is the third heat wave to hit Europe since May, and it is increasing the risk of highly destructive and fast-spreading wildfires in the Mediterranean.
The image displays a map of Southern Europe, highlighting various locations affected by wildfires in July 2026. The map features light green and blue hues representing land and water, with brown and orange circle markers indicating wildfire incidents at different locations. Major cities, including Paris, Barcelona, and various regional capitals, are marked. The right side of the image contains a white box with red accents, providing critical information about the wildfires, including the number of evacuations and the countries most significantly impacted such as France, Spain, Portugal, and Greece. The overall composition blends geographical features with emergency information, emphasizing the widespread effects of wildfires due to severe heat.
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Factal @factal.com · 02/07/2026
Death toll and damage estimates soar after catastrophic earthquakes in Venezuela - interview w/ Jeff Landset July 4: 250th Independence Day in the United States July 6: Impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte
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Factal @factal.com · 26/06/2026
This week's Factal Forecast June 27 | Louisiana primary runoff election June 28 | NYC & SF Pride June 30 | Anti-migrant national shutdown in South Africa June 30 | Egypt anniversary of June Revolution June 30 | Mercosur Summit of South American leaders July 1 | USMCA trade agreement review begins
The image presents a structured calendar grid titled "Extended Outlook" that outlines key events scheduled from June 28 to July 11. The layout consists of a table with a header and designated rows for each week. Each day is assigned a specific cell containing notable events. The header includes a bold red "7" followed by the title "Extended Outlook" in large, dark gray text. The days of the week are labeled above the date cells in a smaller, dark purple font. Each event is listed chronologically within its respective date cell, providing a clear overview of events taking place throughout the specified period, such as the BET Awards, Wimbledon, and US Independence Day. The text is neatly organized to promote readability, with dates located on the left side and corresponding events listed next to them.
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Factal @factal.com · 18/06/2026
Stay ahead of next week's news with the Factal Forecast, wherever you enjoy podcasts, newsletters and on our blog. First named storm of 2026 Atlantic hurricane season brings flooding to US Gulf coast - interview w/ Alex Moore
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Factal @factal.com · 11/06/2026
Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Halima Mansoor discuss the earthquake in the southern Philippines that's left dozens dead, hundreds injured, and thousands displaced, plus more on a UFC fight at the White House, a referendum in Switzerland, the EU Summit, and the Juneteenth holiday in the U.S.
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Factal @factal.com · 04/06/2026
US plan to open Ebola quarantine center in Kenya sparks deadly protest - interview w/ Halima Mansoor June 5: Norway oil workers threaten strike June 7: Armenia parliamentary elections June 7: Peru elections June 11: World Cup opening game
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Factal @factal.com · 29/05/2026
Also in this week's Factal Forecast May 30: Champions League Final May 31: Colombian presidential election June 1: Ethiopia general election June 3: Portugal general strike Find the Forecast on our blog, in your inbox and where you enjoy podcasts. blog.factal.com/2026/05/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 21/05/2026
In this week's 12-minute episode of the Factal Forecast: Bolivia gripped by nationwide protests as it faces worst economic crisis in decades - interview w/ Jeff Landset May 24: Cyprus parliamentary election May 24: Hajj May 25: USMCA talks begin May 29: Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore
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Factal @factal.com · 07/05/2026
In this week's 13-minute Factal Forecast; -Hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads for Canary Islands as fifth case confirmed - interview w/ Matthew Hipolito -May 9: Victory Day in Russia -May 11: Deadline for SCOTUS stay on abortion drug -May 12: Belgium national strike -May 14: Trump meets Xi in Beijing
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Factal @factal.com · 01/05/2026
In this week's 17-minute episode of the Factal Forecast Mali rocked by attacks from alliance of al-Qaida-linked militants and separatists - interview w/ Owen Bonertz May 1: UAE leaves OPEC May 7: Local elections in the U.K. May 8: 48th ASEAN Leaders’ Summit
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Factal @factal.com · 29/04/2026
Every month, Factal’s journalists take a look back at big global stories that you might have missed in a newsletter. We call it The Debrief. “Cuba doesn't have the financial or structural capacity to be able to deal with this crisis,” Factal Editor Jaime Moreno says.
The image is a dark-themed map of Cuba highlighting power blackout regions during Spring 2026. The map shows Cuba in the center with yellow circles of varying sizes indicating affected areas, predominantly along the western and central regions. A large white text box at the top reads "Spring 2026 power blackout in Cuba." The map includes labels such as "Parque Nacional Ciénaga de Zapata" and "Cuba." Above Cuba, "The Bahamas" is visible, and to the southeast, "Antillas Mayores" is mentioned. In the bottom left, an orange-bordered white box provides a detailed explanation of the outage. The Factal logo is in the upper right corner, appearing in white on an orange background.
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Factal @factal.com · 17/04/2026
This week's Factal Forecast - April 17: Spain air traffic controllers strike - April 19: Bulgaria parliamentary elections - April 20: Trump tariff refund tool will go live - April 21: Virginia's redistricting referendum Stay ahead of next week with the Factal Forecast—where you listen to podcasts.
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Factal @factal.com · 10/04/2026
In 11 minutes Factal editors tell you what to watch for in Peru, Benin, with the IMF meetings and in Los Angeles. Plus a deeper dive into the flooding in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Read the Forecast here: blog.factal.com/2026/04/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 02/04/2026
In this week's 15-minute Factal Forecast Podcast: - Ukrainian drones violate Baltic airspace amid campaign to hammer Russian oil exports - interview w/ James Morgan - April 7: JD Vance visits Hungary ahead of election - April 10: Djibouti election 🎙️🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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Factal @factal.com · 01/04/2026
Months after a student uprising toppled the government in Nepal, a new generation of leadership is set to lead the country after voters provided a stunning mandate in March’s parliamentary elections.
The image is a map highlighting Nepal and surrounding regions, including parts of India and China. It features numerous yellow circular markers of varying sizes over different locations in Nepal, possibly indicating areas of interest or events. The map includes place names written in both Roman and local scripts. Northern India and parts of Tibet are also visible. Overlaid text boxes provide contextual information about Nepal's political situation. The background is muted with geographical details, like rivers and borders, delineated.Transcribed Text:Nepal's changing of the guardPreliminary results show Rastriya Swatantra Party on track to win possible supermajority in Nepal's first elections since 2025 uprising, paving way for ex-Kathmandu mayor Balendra Shah to take premiershipNepal's former Prime Minister Oli's party lodges legal complaint over his arrest early Saturday over his involvement in the deadly crackdown of student protests last year
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Factal @factal.com · 12/03/2026
Next week's news in this week's Factal Forecast Prepare for events in Kazakhstan and Vietnam. Ready yourself for the USMCA and European Council discussions. Listen to Factal editors talk about the Iran war.
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Factal @factal.com · 19/02/2026
In this week's 13-minute Factal Forecast: US weighs possible strikes in Iran as nuclear talks drag on - interview w/ Ahmed Namatalla Feb. 22: India's Modi visits Israel Feb. 24: European Parliament to vote on trade pact with the U.S. Find the Forecast on our blog: blog.factal.com/2026/02/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 13/02/2026
Prepare for next week's news with the Factal Forecast. - Munich Security Conference - T20 India-Pakistan cricket match - Kyiv energy crisis Plus the Extended Outlook and six other stories among the thousands Factal Editors are prepared to cover in real time. More: blog.factal.com/2026/02/fact...
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Factal @factal.com · 22/01/2026
Every Factal Forecast is a sampling of the news our editors are preparing to cover and what they're watching for in continuing stories -- like the status of Trump's demand for Greenland. Find the Forecast on the blog, in your inbox and where you listen to news. blog.factal.com/2026/01/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 16/01/2026
Tensions continue to rise in Iran, Davos summit begins, Japan restarts world’s largest nuclear power plant and what our editors are watching for in the fallout from U.S. federal agent shootings. Photos: Factal, Chad Davis/Flickr/CC BY 4.0, Tokyo Electric Power Co. blog.factal.com/2026/01/fore...
The image is a map highlighting the 2026 anti-government protests in Iran. It displays parts of the Middle East, including Iran and neighboring countries such as Iraq, Syria, Turkey, and Afghanistan. Numerous yellow circles of varying sizes are scattered across Iran, indicating locations of protests. Larger circles suggest higher activity or significance. A prominent text box near the top right corner reads "2026 Iran anti-government protests." Another white text box on the right provides data from the US-based Iranian Human Rights Activists group, reporting the number of casualties and injuries during the protests. A similar white text box on the left mentions a statement from Iran's envoy to Pakistan regarding US President Trump's stance. The logo "Factal" is visible at the bottom right corner. Names of cities and geographical features are labeled in both English and Persian.Five men in tactical gear and US official markings stand on a street among three cars. Three have long arm weapons with less-than-lethal indications. All are wearing masks.Japanese authorities will resume operations at Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, the world’s largest nuclear power plant, on Tuesday. (Photo: Tokyo Electric Power Co., TEPCO)
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Factal @factal.com · 08/01/2026
In this week's 11-minute episode -- Venezuela on edge after US military strike and capture of leader. Plus more in Benin, Nigeria, Uganda and South Korea. Find the Factal Forecast podcast on our blog and where you listen🎧to news. Podcast: blog.factal.com/2026/01/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 18/12/2025
Frustration grows as manhunt for Brown University gunman continues, an interview with editor Theresa opens the Factal Forecast podcast. The Forecast prepares you for next week's news in 11 minutes. Find it where you enjoy podcasts📻 and on our blog📰. Podcast: blog.factal.com/2025/12/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 11/12/2025
In twelve minutes the Factal Forecast gets you up to speed on the Thailand-Cambodia border conflict that resumed over the weekend, plus news from Italy, Libya, Chile and Guinea-Bissau. The Forecast is on your favorite podcast📻 platforms, as a newsletter📰 and of course the Factal Blog💻.
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Factal @factal.com · 04/12/2025
Prepare for next week's news with the Factal Forecast. The 18-minute edition of the podcast and the newsletter prepare you for the events ahead of you. Find the Forecast where you enjoy podcasts and in your inbox Newsletter: blog.factal.com/2025/12/fore... Podcast: blog.factal.com/2025/12/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 21/11/2025
Need to stay ahead of next week's news? That's what the Factal Forecast is for. Always under 15 minutes in a podcast and as a newsletter. Podcast: blog.factal.com/2025/11/fore... Newsletter: blog.factal.com/2025/11/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 13/11/2025
Explosions in India and Pakistan’s capitals threaten to raise regional tensions Plus stops in Canada, Chile, Canada and a Saudi visit to D.C. That's this week's Factal Forecast podcast, ready where you listen to news. As always, the Factal Forecast is also on our blog blog.factal.com/2025/11/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 06/11/2025
In this week's Factal Forecast, our editors cover Typhoon Kalmaegi, Rodrigo Paz inauguration as president of Bolivia, and COP30 begins in Brazil. Listen to the podcast or read the newsletter to stay ahead of next week's news. blog.factal.com/2025/11/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 05/11/2025
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Factal @factal.com · 30/10/2025
In this week's episode of the Factal Forecast: Nov. 1: ACA open enrollment begins, SNAP runs out Nov. 2: OPEC+ meeting Nov. 4: US election day Nov. 5: US Supreme Court hears case on tariffs Listen to the podcast & read the newsletter to stay ahead of next week's news blog.factal.com/2025/10/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 29/10/2025
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Factal @factal.com · 24/10/2025
Oct. 31 | APEC summit Representatives from 21 member countries of APEC will meet in South Korea’s Gyeongju for the annual regional forum Friday and Saturday. For more of next week's news read the Factal Forecast. #Newsletter blog.factal.com/2025/10/fore... #Podcast blog.factal.com/2025/10/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 17/10/2025
Editors Jimmy and Owen discuss the military coup in Madagascar, plus more on the ‘No Kings’ protests in the U.S., elections in Bolivia and Ireland and a meeting of China’s Communist Party. We publish our forward-looking podcast each Thursday to help you get a jump-start on the week ahead.
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Factal @factal.com · 03/10/2025
This week's Factal Forecast podcast stops by Oregon, Italy, Japan, Syria, and France with the newsletter adding planned news our editors are looking at in Czech Republic, Israel, and Madagascar. Our global experts follow the world live, 24/7. Read the Forecast: blog.factal.com/2025/10/fore...
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Factal @factal.com · 25/09/2025
Editors Jimmy and Alex discuss Russian drones in NATO airspace, plus more on a political rally in Pakistan, a government funding deadline in the U.S. and the start of Christmas in Venezuela. Find the Forecast where you listen to podcasts and on the Factal Blog. blog.factal.com/2025/09/fore...
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