This news podcast explores the ongoing effects of the Syrian civil war, focusing on the power shift to rebel leader Abu Mohammed al-Jolani and the amnesty granted to Syrian army conscripts. It also discusses how European countries are responding by pausing their asylum programs for Syrians. In other news, a suspect has been arrested in the murder of a health insurance executive in New York, and a study has found a link between heading the ball and dementia in footballers. Additionally, Google has introduced a new quantum chip, and the Golden Globe nominations have been announced, featuring films like *Amelia Perez*, *Conclave*, and *Wicked*.
