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Factal Forecast

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United States
Iran
Donald Trump
Philippines
Gaza
Saudi-Houthi Conflict
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Ukraine
Russia
Greenland
World Cup
Bolivia
Israel
Afghanistan
European Union
Department Of Homeland Security
CJNG (cartel De Jalisco Nueva Generación)
Hantavirus
Beirut
Minneapolis

Factal Forecast takes a look at the biggest news stories coming in the next week and why they matter. From the editors at Factal, we publish our forward-looking podcast each Thursday to help you get a jump-start on the week ahead.

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Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Awais Ahmad discuss the federal takeover in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, plus more on calls for more nationwide protests in France, a presidential election in Brazil, and parliamentary elections in Serbia and Israe... more

Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Ahmed Namatalla discuss the rapidly intensifying conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis, plus more on nationwide protests in France and Pakistan, a trade pact between India and New Zealand, and striking workers in ... more

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Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Alex Moore discuss the student protests that have rocked France, plus more on unions protesting in Brussels, IMF and World Bank meetings, education workers and labor unions marching in Colombia, and the “No Kings” rallies in ... more

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Editors Jimmy Lovaas and Theresa Seiger discuss the US-Denmark-Greenland deal aimed at strengthening Arctic and North Atlantic security, plus more on the anniversary of the Iguala mass kidnapping in Mexico, protests by supporters of Pakistan’s Imran ... more

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Recent Guests

Awais Ahmad
Factal editor covering Pakistan and the region
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Episode: Political crisis deepens in northwest Pakistan amid federal takeover of restive province
Ahmed Namatalla
Factal editor leading Middle East and Africa coverage
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Episode: Houthis launch new strikes on Saudi Arabia as conflict intensifies
Alex Moore
Factal Editor
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Episode: French student protests turn violent as riot police clash with demonstrators
Theresa Seiger
Lead for North America coverage at Factal
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Episode: US expands military footprint in Arctic in new deal with Greenland and Denmark
Matthew Hipolito
Factal editor
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Episode: Muslim region in Philippines holds historic election as separatist violence concerns persist
Halima Mansoor
Factal editor introduced as the fellow editor on the Nepal story
Factal
Episode: Nepal flood death toll tops 1,200 as rescuers race to find thousands more missing
Joe Veyera
Factal Senior Editor
Factal
Episode: US government pauses Big Bend National Park border project as backlash grows
Jeff Landset
Factal Senior Editor, Latin America coverage
Factal
Episode: Rescuers race to find survivors after deadly Colombia earthquake
Jess Fino
Factal Editor
Factal
Episode: Misinformation triggers deadly border rush by migrants in Spanish territory of Ceuta

Host

Jimmy Lovaas
Host of Factal Forecast; leads the weekly forecast discussion and coordinates guests and context.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Quick way to catch up on truly global news

    Forecast takes a forward-looking approach which makes it very different than other podcasts out there. It’s a great way to get a handle on what’s important now — and coming up — on a global scale.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Newsjunkie91
    United States5 years ago

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Forecasting-forward approach helps priorities clarify what to watch next week.
Guests bring credible on-the-ground perspectives that enrich the discussion.
Production emphasizes timely context and global relevance.
Concise briefings across weather, politics, and security feel practical for decision-makers.

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Houthis launch new strikes on Saudi Arabia as conflict intensifies
Q: What do you think folks ought to be watching for next?
Namatalla says to watch how the Houthis and Iran act while the United States and Israel approach elections, and whether those countries reengage in the region afterward.
Houthis launch new strikes on Saudi Arabia as conflict intensifies
Q: Can you give us a bit of a recap on the situation between the Saudis and the Houthis?
Ahmed Namatalla describes an escalation from Saudi strikes in Yemen to daily exchanges of attacks, Houthi advances near the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and attacks on Saudi airports and infrastructure.
Political crisis deepens in northwest Pakistan amid federal takeover of restive province
Q: What do you think folks ought to be watching for next?
Ahmad says to watch for intensified counterterrorism activity, further protests and arrests, possible clashes or disruption, developments in the Peshawar High Court, and tensions involving Afghanistan.
Political crisis deepens in northwest Pakistan amid federal takeover of restive province
Q: So what exactly is going on?
Pakistan's federal government imposed emergency and governor's rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, removing the PTI-led provincial government amid militant attacks and political confrontation.
French student protests turn violent as riot police clash with demonstrators
Q: What sort of reactions have you seen to the protests?
Reactions have been mixed and politically charged, with the far-left France Insoumise co-opting the movement, support from some government voices for listening to student concerns, and looming general strikes that may widen the coalition of protest groups across France and neighboring Belgium.

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This show relationships global news with a forward-looking lens, focusing on the biggest stories expected to unfold in the coming week. It blends weather, geopolitics, security, and major events to show how early signals, policy moves, and on-the-ground reporting shape the week ahead. Notably, guests frequently include Factal editors and regional experts who offer on-the-ground context and analytical takeaways, making it useful for listeners who want concise, actionable briefings across international affairs, climate events, and global markets.

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4. Theresa Seiger
5. Matthew Hipolito
6. Halima Mansoor
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