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The Hill
08-07-2025
- Business
- The Hill
The 10 most pet-friendly cities for renters
For renters with pets, finding a home isn't easy — unless you're looking in Texas. Austin (80 percent), Dallas (79 percent) and San Antonio (78 percent) led all major U.S. metros last year in the share of pet-friendly rental listings on Zillow. One notable exception was Houston, which ranked dead last with just 38 percent of listings marked as pet friendly. Those findings come from a new Zillow analysis of 11 million listings nationwide, which showed that 57 percent of rentals allowed pets last year. But there was wide variance from city to city, with the Lone Star trifecta near 80 percent, while places like Providence, R.I. (43 percent), Hartford, Conn. (43 percent) and San Jos, Calif. (44 percent) were all below half. The pet-or-no-pet decision has become even more important in recent years as nearly 6 in 10 renters now have a pet, up from 46 percent before the pandemic, Zillow said. For landlords, allowing pets can pay off, since pet-friendly rentals tend to draw more views and are typically rented out eight days faster, the analysis found. 'In a market where renters have more options, allowing pets can make the difference in finding a tenant quickly,' Emily McDonald, Zillow rental trends expert, said in a statement. The rental marketplace company said almost half of those who have a pet have passed on a property because it was not pet-friendly, but the advantage to landlords varies from city to city. In New York City, pet-friendly units are typically rented 26 days faster than places that did not accept pets, the biggest gap of any major market. Tampa, Fla. (16 days), Columbus, Ohio (12 days) and Phoenix, Ariz. (11 days), all saw pet-friendly listings rented out more than 10 days quicker. Top 10 cities with the highest share of pet-friendly rental listings on Zillow last year:
Daily Mirror
24-06-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Neuroscientist shares friendship mistake that 'blocks your success' in life
A neuroscientist has explained how your brain naturally 'syncs' with the people and environment around you, which if negative could be holding you back in your life and career Have you ever had a hunch that something just feels 'off' in the environment surrounding you, or indeed the people in it? According to a neuroscientist, there's science behind those gut feelings. Emily McDonald, an expert who shares her insights on TikTok, has shared why sometimes you might sense the "vibes feeling off" when in a crowd. Apparently, this is due to your brain "syncing up" with the energy being given off in that environment - and it may be holding you back. "You are always syncing," Emily noted. "The question is - what are you syncing with? Protecting your peace means protecting your brainwaves." But how does this work? "There is something called collective brainwave entrapment," Emily went on to reveal. "It happens any time you are in a shared space - friend groups, families, classrooms and even on social media." Emily elaborated that your brain "literally tunes" to the dominant frequency in the vicinity. She broke it down: "This is the science behind mob mentality. If the room is disregulated, your nervous system feels that - and if the room is a safe space, your nervous system feels that too." The expert didn't stop there, cautioning that this phenomenon isn't just face-to-face but also holds sway online, which can explain feeling twitchy as you trawl through social media. "Being in the wrong environment can literally block your success," Emily stressed. "Even if everything else you are doing is right - because your brain is syncing up with people and places that aren't aligned with where you are trying to go." Emily continued: "Your brain is a mirror for what is on the outside - we actually have mirror neurons. That's why one of the fastest ways to change your life is by changing your environment. You're not just in a room - the room is also in you." To combat this problem, however, Emily has a solution. She encouraged her followers: "Choose spaces that reflect the reality you're creating. You don't just manifest through thought – you are always manifesting through the activity of your brain." Sharing their personal experience, one TikTok user agreed with the sentiment, stating: "As an interior designer and cancer survivor who uses neuro-aesthetics in my work - I agree. You can't heal in the same environment that made you sick." Another individual mused: "Imagine that humans were designed to hang out with the same 30 people their whole life - no wonder we get stressed." A third person admitted: "This explains why I struggled working in person. My body was literally telling me the environment is wrong." Whilst a fourth detailed their scenario: "Had to cut off my family, while trying to rebuild my life, because of this very thing." Thankfully, this issue should be pretty simple to rectify. Surrounding yourself with positive influences – and avoiding negativity – could really help you back onto the path to success.
Daily Mail
14-06-2025
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Mom was caught committing sickest act imaginable on her daughter in a hospital bed. It revealed an even darker past
It was August 26 2011 when Brittany Phillips used a laptop to access an online true crime forum called Dreamin' Demon. She wound up finding a post about Emily McDonald, a 23-year-old mom from Austin who, four months earlier, had been sentenced to 20 years in prison for poisoning her daughter by smearing human feces on her IV catheter.
Associated Press
28-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Rental-hunting season hits fever pitch as June begins, Zillow data shows
Smart search tips to beat the competition and bag the perfect pad without overspending SEATTLE, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The busiest week of the year for rental seekers is here. Data from Zillow Rentals® shows that the first week of June brings a spike in activity on the platform; listing views, rental applications and outreach to property managers have all peaked at this time over the past two years. With rental households at a record high, the 2025 rental season is shaping up to be one of the busiest yet. 'Summer is always a busy time for rentals, but it's also when the most new listings hit the market,' said Emily McDonald, Zillow rental trends expert. 'Knowing when demand spikes can help renters plan ahead, act quickly and use smart tools to find a place that checks all their boxes without blowing their budget. You'll still have options later if you miss the rush, but you might miss out on freebies available now.' A record-setting year for renters Rental activity on Zillow is already outpacing the past two years in terms of apartment views, lease creations and rental applications, a sign that this year's peak could be even higher. A record-high 46 million households rent, and renters are nearly four times more likely to move than homeowners, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Demand is up, but options abound. Zillow has more than 2 million active listings including single-family rentals, apartment units and condos, an all-time high for the platform with more listings than any other rental network.1 A construction boom added more new rental units in 2024 than in any year since the 1970s, but the wave of lease concessions used to attract tenants is starting to ebb. According to Zillow's latest Rental Market Report, the share of listings offering incentives like a free month's rent dropped from nearly 40% in March to under 35% in April. Tips to outsmart the rush and avoid affordability potholes: Search smarter. Move-in-date filters, pet-friendly toggles, 3D tours and interactive floor plans on Zillow Rentals streamline the search process. Know the full cost. Zillow Rentals listings include a Costs & Fees section to break down what renters can expect to pay upfront and on a monthly basis. Avoid budget creep. Staying within their initial budget was considered highly important by 86% of renters in a recent Zillow survey. Renters can use Zillow's Rent Affordability Calculator to determine their price range by providing factors such as monthly debts, expenses, income and savings. Build financial momentum. Renting a room is a time-honored method of saving money, and it's easy to do on Zillow. Paying rent through Zillow can also help renters build their credit. On-time payments can be reported to Experian and Equifax at no cost, helping build credit history with every month's payment. 1 Zillow internal data on total rental properties compared to data published on its website and investor materials, March 2025. 2 New privately-owned housing units completed: Units in buildings with five or more. About Zillow Group Zillow Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: Z and ZG) is reimagining real estate to make home a reality for more and more people. As the most visited real estate app and website in the United States, Zillow and its affiliates help people find and get the home they want by connecting them with digital solutions, dedicated real estate professionals, and easier buying, selling, financing, and renting experiences. Zillow Group's affiliates, subsidiaries and brands include Zillow®, Zillow Premier Agent®, Zillow Home Loans℠, Zillow Rentals®, Trulia®, Out East®, StreetEasy®, HotPads®, ShowingTime+℠, Spruce®, and Follow Up Boss®. All marks herein are owned by MFTB Holdco, Inc., a Zillow affiliate. Zillow Home Loans, LLC is an Equal Housing Lender, NMLS #10287 ( ). © 2025 MFTB Holdco, Inc., a Zillow affiliate. (ZFIN) View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Zillow
Hindustan Times
18-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Neuroscientist explains 5 ways criticising everything can harm your brain health: ‘Puts you in victim mindset'
Neuroscientist Emily McDonald often shares fun facts about the human brain and tips for better mental health and ability on Instagram. In a post shared on April 18, Emily stated that if someone likes to constantly complain, judge, and criticise, it might negatively impact their brain health and performance. Also Read | Ishaan Khatter credits resistance training for his enviable bod in The Royals: What is it? We have all heard our elders telling us to let go and not always be critical; well, the sentiment may hold more truth than we imagined. Emily explained, 'Neuroscience, fun fact of the day, is that complaining, judging, or criticising others can actually change your brain to make you less focused and productive and decrease your problem-solving skills.' A post shared by Emily McDonald (@emonthebrain) Here's the neuroscience behind it: Every time you complain or criticise, you strengthen that pathway in your brain. This is Hebb's Law: neurons that fire together, wire together. So, if you're constantly focused on what you don't like, you are wiring your brain to see more problems, the neuroscientist stated. Emily revealed that studies show chronic stress and negative thinking can actually shrink your prefrontal cortex. This is the part of your brain responsible for focus, emotional regulation, and decision-making. Emily stated that when you are always complaining, it shrinks your brain's problem-solving capacity. 'You're literally weakening the part of your brain that helps you solve problems while strengthening the pathways that help you point them out,' she warned. Thinking positively and expressing gratitude strengthens the prefrontal cortex, which improves your ability to focus and create the life of your dreams. But when you think negatively, it keeps you focused on everything that's not working, Emily stated. Lastly, according to Emily, complaining and criticising can put you in a victim mindset and take you out of being the creator that you are. Additionally, research shows that complaining and criticising actually make you less attractive. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
