Syrian opposition forces, White House AI and crypto czar appointment, New York City housing plan, Holiday gift-giving tips, NPR weekend recommendations

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Syrian opposition forces stormed Hama city in central Syria as part of their largest offensive in years against President Bashar al-Assad's government. President-elect Trump announced David Sacks as the White House AI and crypto czar. New York City approved a housing plan called City of Yes to address the housing crisis. Tips on buying meaningful gifts for different personality types. NPR recommends movies, TV shows, books, music, and games for the weekend.

Key Points

  • Syrian opposition forces' offensive in Hama, central Syria
  • David Sacks appointed as White House AI and crypto czar
  • New York City's housing plan City of Yes aiming for 80,000 new homes
  • Holiday gift-giving advice from experts
  • NPR's weekend picks for movies, TV shows, books, music, and games

Pros

  • Syrian opposition forces making significant advances against Assad's government
  • Trump appointing a tech-savvy individual to guide policies on AI and crypto
  • New York City taking steps to address housing crisis
  • Useful tips on buying thoughtful gifts for different personality types
  • NPR's weekend recommendations for movies, TV shows, books, music, and games