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Newsweek
42 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Mom Realizes Daughter Too 'Quiet'—Not Ready for What She's Doing to the Cat
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. When it became eerily quiet in her household, Iliana Carroll went to check on her kids, but she was left speechless after seeing how her daughter and cat were bonding. Carroll, who is known on Instagram as @ilianacarroll_, went around the house searching for her daughter after she noticed it became a bit too "quiet." Red flags went off that she could be up to no good. However, her July 4 Instagram video revealed the opposite. She walked into a bonding moment between her daughter and the family's 2-year-old calico cat, Sparks. Her daughter sat at her desk with Sparks plopped on top. Sparks was there for a makeover. Her daughter used a brush and started rubbing it on the cat, pretending to put on makeup on her. The two besties wore matching headbands in celebration of the Fourth of July, which Carroll revealed in the comment section was supposed to be hers, but her daughter gave it to the cat instead, a typical occurrence as these two are attached at the hip. "From the moment Sparks came home as a tiny kitten, the two of them have been absolutely inseparable," Carroll told Newsweek via Instagram. "Their bond is something special, playful, patient and full of love. My husband and I always say Sparks doesn't see our daughter as just her human. She sees her as Mom." The caption assured viewers "no cats were harmed" during this heartwarming playdate. Screenshots from a July 4 Instagram video of a daughter playing with the family cat by pretending to put makeup on her. Screenshots from a July 4 Instagram video of a daughter playing with the family cat by pretending to put makeup on her. @ilianacarroll_/Instagram Viewer Reactions The Instagram video reached over 4.1 million views and 257,000 likes as of Tuesday, with a majority of viewers finding the interaction precious, but some flagged it as a potential hazard. "So pretty. Kitty is such a good sport," wrote one user. Someone joked: "Hey so, this is really bad for the cat. If you put makeup on her, she will see how beautiful she is, run away and become a famous model and makeup artist." Another added: "If only you were actually paying attention to your kid, you would've noticed that she has some makeup skills and clearly the cat is serving face." However, others expressed concern about the dangers of using makeup on the cat, especially that close to their eyes: "Not to mention the cat will ingest all of that makeup when cleaning. It's a super cute video, and in no way the kid's fault, but please make sure you cleaned up the kitty before they started bathing." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
2 hours ago
- Health
- Newsweek
Trump's Favored Pollster Advises Republicans to Adopt Obamacare Policy
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The GOP pollster used by President Donald Trump during some of his presidential campaigns found that swing-district Republicans can boost their standing ahead of the midterms by supporting a key measure of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), also known as Obamacare. Why It Matters Republicans are hoping to thwart losses in the 2026 midterm elections as President Donald Trump's approval rating has taken hits in recent public opinion surveys. Historically, the party in the White House suffers losses during their first midterm. During Trump's first midterm in 2018 for instance, Democrats picked up 41 seats in the House of Representatives. Healthcare is likely to be a major issue ahead of the midterms, especially following Medicaid cuts in Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act." A new survey from Trump pollsters Tony Fabrizio and Bob Ward found that Republicans in the most vulnerable districts may be able to build support among voters by adopting the premium tax credit, one part of the ACA, which has been generally opposed by Republicans since its inception in 2010. What to Know The poll asked voters in 28 swing districts, which were evenly divided in 2024, whether they would support a generic Democrat or Republican, and found Democrats up by three. Among highly motivated voters, Democrats were up seven. But it found that supporting the extension of the premium tax credit, set to expire at the end of 2025, is one way Republicans could win back support. The tax credit allows lower-income Americans to purchase healthcare in the ACA marketplaces and obtain healthcare coverage. "Republicans can position themselves ahead of Democrats in these districts by extending the premium tax credit and using the individual market as a landing spot for working age adults on Medicaid," the poll report, first reported by Politico, reads. Health care activists rally in Washington, D.C. on September 26, 2017. Health care activists rally in Washington, D.C. on September 26, found that Republican candidates who support that policy would lead Democrats by six points overall and by four points among the most motivated voters. Seventy-nine percent of respondents, including 68 percent of those who voted for Trump, supported tax credits "that make it more affordable for working families and individuals to purchase health insurance directly through or state exchanges," the poll found. The poll, notably, did not use the terms "Affordable Care Act" or "Obamacare" in its questioning. If the tax credit is not extended, Republicans could pay a price, the poll found, as the three-point deficit would expand to a 15-point deficit. Republicans can also "benefit" by using the tax credit as a "landing spot for working aged Medicaid enrollees.". The poll surveyed 1,000 registered voters from June 7 to July 10, 2025, and had a margin of error of plus or minus 3.1 percentage points. Congressional Republicans have opposed the ACA and sought to repeal it during Trump's first term, but those efforts were blocked by GOP Senators Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski and John McCain. Fabrizio worked as Trump's 2024 pollster and has previously issued warnings to the GOP about voter concerns around the economy and healthcare. Newsweek reached out to Fabrizio Ward for comment via the firm's contact form. What People Are Saying The poll report noted: "Unlike recent changes to Medicaid which do not go into effect until after the midterm elections, voters on the individual insurance marketplace, who voted for Trump by 4-points, will begin getting notices of significant premium hikes this fall. The incentive is to act on extending the tax credit soon." A Peterson-KFF report from June said: "The enhanced premium tax credits are now set to expire at the end of 2025. Unless the premium tax credits are extended, consumers can expect increases in both the net premium payments and gross premiums." What Happens Next Whether or not the GOP-controlled Congress will vote to extend the tax credits remains unclear at this point. Republicans in these key districts are already facing criticisms from Democrats over healthcare ahead of the midterms.
Newsweek
2 hours ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Gen Z More Likely Than Millennials to Choose Financial Stability Over Love
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Gen Z was more likely to choose financial stability over love than their millennial elders, according to a new report. While 59 percent of millennials said they would prioritize a "broke and magical" relationship over financial security, only 54 of Gen Z said the same in a new Tawkify survey of 1,000 Americans. Why It Matters Both millennials and Gen Z have faced their fair share of financial challenges, including skyrocketing costs of higher education, student loan debt, an increasingly unaffordable housing market and surging inflation on everyday necessities. However, Gen Z may be a bit more cash strapped than millennials. New survey data from Empower reported that Gen Z participants pay an average of $526 per month toward student loans, significantly above the overall average payment of $284 for all age groups. A couple sits at an outdoor restaurant on Memorial Day weekend on May 29, 2021 in New York City. A couple sits at an outdoor restaurant on Memorial Day weekend on May 29, 2021 in New York To Know Roughly 46 percent of Gen Z said they would choose long term financial stability over romantic love in 2025, compared to just 41 percent of millennials. "Millennials have been through more, they've had time to explore love, make mistakes, and go through breakups," Kevin Thompson, the CEO of 9i Capital Group and the host of the 9innings podcast, told Newsweek. "Gen Z, on the other hand, came of age during economic chaos. Many of them have only known the broke experience, so it's no surprise that financial stability ranks higher on their list. They're trying to avoid what they've seen; the struggle, stress, and survival mode." Across the larger population, Americans were far more likely to choose love over monetary success. The survey reported that around two in three Americans, or 63 percent, would marry for love even if it meant a lifelong financial struggle. Older generations were generally more skeptical of the power of love over finances, with only 48 percent of baby boomers and 46 percent of Gen X likely to prioritize love over financial security. That potentially makes Gen Z's inclination for financial security over love beyond millennials' indicative of larger economic trends they are facing in their personal lives, experts say. Gen Z has been stereotyped as often glued to social media, where they are presented with certain depictions of celebrity and influencer wealthy lifestyles. And since Gen Z came of age during the 2020 recession, they watched millennials get crushed by housing costs, gig economy, and endless "experiences over things" mantras that left bank accounts empty, said Michael Ryan, a finance expert and founder of "Gen Z isn't choosing money over love," Ryan told Newsweek. "They're choosing survival. Why? Because they've watched their older siblings drown in student debt while Instagram-perfect couples split over Venmo requests." Women were also more likely to choose love over money in the report, with 58 percent saying they'd prioritize the "broke and magical relationship" over financial security, whereas just 51 percent of men said the same. The exact financial situation daters are looking for in a partner varies by generation. Gen X and baby boomers said their ideal partner would have an average salary of $115,000, while millennials and Gen Z said $100,000 and $80,000 respectively. What People Are Saying Brie Temple, COO and chief matchmaker at Tawkify, told Newsweek: "They don't think of it as being cold, they think of it as being clever. It's a pragmatic attitude born out of a struggling economy and an actual fear of repeating the mistakes of the past. Long term, this may cause more people to put relationships, marriage, or even having children on hold, not because they don't want them, but because they don't feel prepared. Gen Z isn't abandoning love; they just need to be in a good spot before they take the leap." Kevin Thompson, the CEO of 9i Capital Group and the host of the 9innings podcast, told Newsweek: "Longer term, this shift in priorities could have real consequences—delayed marriages, fewer kids, and relationships that are more transactional than emotional. You're already seeing younger women having children with older men, and divorce rates creeping up. It's all tied to a larger economic reality: love is still important, but financial peace of mind is becoming the non-negotiable." Alex Beene, a financial literacy instructor for the University of Tennessee at Martin, told Newsweek: "This may come as no surprise, as the Millennial generation typically gets labeled as being one that favors experiences over consumer goods and activism over comfort. With Gen Z, we've seen this thinking revert back to prior generations that favored financial stability over other traits a relationship could carry with it. A society with more financial stability is a good one not just for the overall economy, but the finances of individual households." Michael Ryan, a finance expert and founder of told Newsweek: "Gen Z has seen what happens when you choose the charming barista over the boring accountant, eviction notices and ramen diets... A 'broke and magical' relationship hits different when gas is $3.50 and groceries cost $200 weekly. Gen Z understands that love doesn't pay rent." Dr. Wendy Walsh, a relationship expert for and psychology professor at California State University Channel Islands, told Newsweek: "Gen Z is the building generation. They are still building their lives and acquiring stuff. These young people are sharing rented apartments with roommates or still living in their parents' homes. Financial security is associated with freedom for Gen Z." What Happens Next Ryan said the generational shift is likely to reshape dating culture, where compatible credit scores are more likely to attract each other. "Expect delayed partnerships until financial stability is achieved, financial compatibility replacing 'spark' as the primary filter," Ryan said. "Romance isn't dead. It's just got better financial planning."
Newsweek
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Dog Owner Leaves Room for 2 Minutes, Can't Believe Sight She Walks Into
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A woman recently purchased a new duvet cover for herself, but after leaving it out of sight for just two minutes, she realized an unsuspecting thief had stolen it. Leigh placed her newly purchased duvet cover on the couch and then stepped out of the room for two minutes. She thought the duvet would be safe from being used or getting dirty. But when she came back into the room, she found her Chiweenie dog—a Chihuahua and Dachshund mix—had claimed it. Stunned at how quickly her dog, Pippin, took it over, Leigh snapped a picture and posted it on her X account @PervyPepper on July 9. Pippin managed to pull the entire cover around his small body like a burrito with only his snout and eyes poking out. A photo of Pippin, a chiweenie dog, who immediately claimed the newly uncovered duvet cover when the owner stepped out of the room. A photo of Pippin, a chiweenie dog, who immediately claimed the newly uncovered duvet cover when the owner stepped out of the room. @PervyPepper/X "He wraps himself up in whatever he can," Leigh told Newsweek. "If I leave a cardigan on the sofa, he'll be in the sleeve in a minute!" She should've expected Pippin to sneak into the blanket, given his history of snuggling, but with seven goats, eight gold fish, nine chickens, four dogs and over 20 cats in the house, Leigh's hands get full. She's a dedicated animal rescuer, always opening her house to animals in need. Leigh said people know her household has a "soft touch," and they'll drop off animals to her as rescues. It's hard for humans to resist a warm, fuzzy blanket, and surprisingly, dogs also gravitate toward the comfort and protection. A canine's natural instinct when frightened is to find a safe space. In the wild, this would be a den, and at home, kennels or beds. These familiar spaces make them feel safe. And while a blanket is not the same, the warmth and soft textures from a blanket give them the same feeling as a den or kennel, says an article from Wag Walking. It's a stress reliever. This behavior occurs more commonly in small dog breeds because they make easier prey in the wild. Although breeds accustomed to cold, harsh climates also burrow to protect themselves from harsh elements. What Do the Comments Say? People instantly fell in love with this unofficial bed tester, and as of Tuesday, the post reached over 2,800 retweets and 60,000 likes. "This is what 'Do not disturb' energy looks like. Unapologetically unavailable," commented a viewer. "He looked at that and thought, 'She's so nice to buy me a cozy new blanket,'" another X user responded. A third person said: "How else would you know if it's ok, doggy is obviously testing it to see if it's good enough for mummy." Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Adam Cole Was Reportedly Ready To Retire At AEW All In: Texas
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The emotional in-ring segment at AEW All In: Texas, where Adam Cole vacated the TNT Championship, was completely legitimate. According to a new report, the star's wrestling future is now in serious doubt following a legitimate injury. On the latest episode of Wrestling Observer Live, host Bryan Alvarez provided details on the situation. He confirmed the severity of Cole's injury and the reality of what fans witnessed at the pay-per-view. A Legitimate Injury To Adam Cole Alvarez reported that Adam Cole suffered a legitimate concussion during his match against Kyle Fletcher on the Thursday night episode of AEW Collision, just two days before All In. "Kyle Fletcher lariated him right in the jaw, and he ended up with a concussion," Alvarez stated (H/T to He stressed that Cole's emotional promo at All In, where he vacated the title, was not part of a storyline. The pain and uncertainty were real. "Everything that you saw on television was 100% legitimate, everything he said, all of it," Alvarez said. Adam Cole's History Of Head Injuries This latest injury is especially concerning given Adam Cole's history with severe concussions. In 2022, he suffered a major concussion at the Forbidden Door pay-per-view that kept him out of action for nine months. During that time, Cole spoke openly about the severity of the injury, which included memory loss and a real fear that he would never be medically cleared to wrestle again. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 09: Adam Cole appears onstage during the All Elite Wrestling Invades New York Comic Con panel during Day 3 of New York Comic Con 2021 at Jacob Javits Center... NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 09: Adam Cole appears onstage during the All Elite Wrestling Invades New York Comic Con panel during Day 3 of New York Comic Con 2021 at Jacob Javits Center on October 09, 2021 in New York City. More For him to suffer another significant concussion after returning from that career-threatening injury puts his future as an in-ring performer in serious jeopardy. The situation was reportedly so serious that Adam Cole was prepared to announce his retirement from professional wrestling live on the pay-per-view. Alvarez revealed that the decision to hold off on a final announcement was made to give Cole time. More news: WWE News: Steve Austin Reveals Real-Life Vince McMahon Confrontation "From what I can gather... he was pretty much ready to go out on Saturday and retire," Alvarez revealed. "And I guess... cooler heads prevailed, and it's exactly what he said. He was like, 'I'm not in the right headspace to make that decision right now.'" Alvarez concluded that Cole's future remains uncertain, and it will be up to Cole to make a final decision when he feels he is ready. In the wake of Cole vacating the TNT Championship, a four-way match was held at All In. The match saw Dustin Rhodes capture the title for the first time in his legendary career. More WWE News: For more on WWE, head to Newsweek Sports
