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Axios
3 days ago
- Business
- Axios
NYC office visits hit pre-pandemic levels for the first time, report says
The number of New York City office workers actually going to those offices is now higher than pre-pandemic levels — the first time that's happened since COVID hit, according to a new analysis. Why it matters: It's an I-told-you-so moment for those who rejected the once-dire predictions that the pandemic would change New York — and the way people work — forever. How it works: Placer tracks foot traffic at 1,000 commercial office buildings with ground-floor retail nationwide. And while Placer's data indicates a return to pre-COVID levels, there are others that suggest the city's recovery isn't finished. By the numbers: July NYC office visits were 1.3% higher than July 2019 levels, according to the Nationwide Office Building Index. The city is the first of the major metropolitan areas tracked by Placer to return to growth, though Miami is close behind. As Placer noted in a report, New York has a higher proportion of finance-based businesses, and that industry has been a leader in pushing return-to-office mandates. Reality check: Kastle, which tracks security access data from 2,600 buildings in 47 states, says office occupancy on Tuesdays (the peak day of the week) in July in the NYC metro was 66%. Weekly occupancy rates, including less-popular days like Friday, were still under 55% in late July, Kastle said. A Kastle spokesperson said the largest and most modern office buildings may be close to hittinpre-pandemic levels on specific days of the week.
Newsweek
29-05-2025
- Health
- Newsweek
Pet Owner's Warning After Both Cats 'Turn Yellow' Overnight
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 Reddit post has gone viral after a cat owner revealed their two orange cats mysteriously turned yellow overnight—prompting widespread concern. The Redditor, u/vvleo, posted in the popular subreddit CAT HELP, sharing their confusion and concern after noticing both of their cats had yellow-stained faces and fur. The post quickly amassed over 21,000 upvotes. "Woke up this morning to two of my cats all bright yellow in the face/neck area. the first cat's bed is also colored where he lays his head. we do have two bouquets but we've had them for almost a week and this is new and I don't know if they could be causing it. is this potentially dangerous? thanks in advance," they wrote. The accompanying images showed both cats with yellow discoloration and pictures of the flower bouquets in the home—one of which appeared to include lilies. Posts from the cathelp community on Reddit Expert Insight According to Dr. Maggie Placer, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), the yellow staining could potentially be pollen from lilies in the bouquets. She explained to Newsweek even though the flowers had been in the house for nearly two weeks, cats can suddenly take interest in things they previously ignored. "All parts of the lily plant are toxic, with the flowers being the most dangerous," she said. "Untreated lily intoxication can cause kidney failure within 12 to 36 hours of exposure and death within a few days." In cases where more than one cat shows signs of exposure, it may be that one cat's curiosity influenced the other. Placer said that regardless of whether lilies are present, the owners should call their veterinarian immediately. She noted that exposure to certain lilies, such as those in the Lilium and Hemerocallis species, can cause lily toxicosis—an acute and potentially fatal condition resulting in kidney failure. To ensure safety, she recommended pet owners always review the contents of bouquets received or purchased and to be vigilant about their cats' environment—both indoors and outdoors. A split mage showing the cats with mystery yellow stains covering their fur. A split mage showing the cats with mystery yellow stains covering their fur. vvleo/vvleo Reddit Reacts Concerned Redditors flooded the post with advice and urgent pleas for the owner to act fast. "Lilies aren't just toxic to cats—they're deadly. Take them to the vet ASAP," one user urged. "I work in a Vet ER and I really wish ALL florists would mention that lily is toxic. We get dozens of new cases every holiday. Especially Mother's Day and Easter, it's honestly heartbreaking," another shared. "This is an EMERGENCY VET VISIT—please let us know once you get back from the vet and kitties are okay!" said a third. Update From the Owner Later, the original poster returned with a reassuring update, explaining that the cats had been treated and were expected to recover. They shared that the cats received fluids to help hydrate and flush out any toxins and would return to the vet for a follow-up the next day. While acknowledging the oversight, the Redditor emphasized their love for their pets and gratitude for the support they received. They wrote that they had "definitely learned" from the experience and will be more cautious in the future. "Thanks to everyone who said kind words and genuinely wanted to help, I love my cats and have had cats my whole life. I like to think I'm a pretty great pet parent and this is my first oversight ever, though it's a pretty huge one... at least I know I truly care for them, even if it doesn't show in my words," they said. Newsweek reached out to u/vvleo for comment via Reddit. We could not verify the details of the case. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? We want to see the best ones! Send them in to life@ and they could appear on our site.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Yahoo
Father and son car-buying scam targets elderly man in Northern California
( — An elderly man who attempted to sell his car in Northern California was recently targeted in a scam involving a father and son, according to the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office. On Thursday, a Sacramento County resident attempted to sell his vehicle through a private sale. The seller, age 65, was contacted by Gabriel-Stefan Bebe, 41, and his 16-year-old son, who met the resident at his home to purchase it, according to SCSO. While the victim spoke to the 16-year-old, Bebe discreetly sprayed the vehicle's engine bay with oil. California car-buying scam hits Placer and Sacramento County Next, he claimed the vehicle had serious mechanical issues, in an attempt to fraudulently drive down the asking price of $10,000. SCSO said the victim reluctantly agreed to sell the car to the duo for $6,000. When the victim was handed the money, he noticed the 16-year-old remove some of the money using sleight of hand. After he counted the money, he only had $3,800, according to SCSO. Deputies said the victim became wary of their tactics and cancelled the transaction. As the victim attempted to take a photo with his cell phone, the 16-year-old reportedly pushed him while trying to leave. No injuries were reported, and the seller was able to keep his vehicle. The sheriff's office said it identified the two suspects within hours and arrested them. Bebe's son was transported to the Sacramento County Juvenile Hall, while Bebe was taken to the Sacramento County Main Jail. Since then, Bebe posted bond on $50,000 bail and is scheduled to appear in court on May 12. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
