Lucy Notarantonio
Senior Life and Trends Reporter
Lucy Notarantonio is Newsweek's Senior Lifestyle and Trends Reporter, based in Birmingham, UK. Her focus is trending stories and human interest features ranging from health, pets and travel. Lucy joined Newsweek in August 2022 and previously worked at Mercury Press and Media and other UK national newspapers, the Australian Women Magazines and The New York Post.
My focus is human-interest stories ranging from relationships to health, fitness, travel, and home. I am always on the lookout for relationships that go against the "norm" such as age-gap ones along with incredible weight loss stories aimed to inspire and motivate others.
Languages: English
She is a Derby University graduate You can get in touch with l.notarantonio@newsweek.com.
Dad takes teen literally when she says 'I don't care' about birthday
The dad's unusual birthday message approach paid off, he told Newsweek: "She absolutely loved it!"
Mom sparks debate after revealing how she dresses her toddler for preschool
The stay-at-home mom told Newsweek of her thinking: "I just want other parents to have that freedom I feel."
Gen Z Man "fed up" with rejections has novel idea after job vacancy closes
Dominic George-Oppong, user @domg.o, spoke to Newsweek about his video that has more than 3 million views on TikTok.
Mom-of-2 dress-coded by library for wearing "cropped" top to story time
Hilary Filipowicz, 38, told Newsweek: "I felt upset for feeling self-conscious since I'd felt pretty great about my outfit."
Watch moment "gentle giant" Doberman rushes to protect baby girl
Tina Meeks, the dog's owner, said that while most people wouldn't go near a Doberman, "they are great family pets."
Woman calls out Gen Z's bad gym etiquette—"it's so uncomfortable"
Newsweek spoke to TikTok user Jennifer Velazquez and a personal trainer to find out the "proper way" to wait for gym equipment.
Woman buys $6 jewelry bag from thrift store—not prepared for what's inside
TikTok users are obsessed with the savvy student's find, which has racked up 7 million views.
Woman asks internet what made childhood magical, not prepared for answers
"I have been crying real tears as I have been reading through every comment," Emily Wehner, 30, told Newsweek.
How dad unintentionally taught daughter not to fear the "company execs"
It seems that the way a company director acts when answering calls isn't as bad as it seems, according to his daughter.
Mom not prepared for 8-year-old daughter's hilariously "innocent" question
The heartwarming conversation has amassed 1.4 million views in just two days.
How 'arts and craft' girl got revenge on ex-boyfriend who she says cheated
A video showing a novel approach to revenge has racked up over 14 million views in just two days.
Man notices something unexpected about new foster dog—'should I DNA test?'
Matthew Speer, 30, believes a senior stray might share his own dog's lineage.
Labrador hilariously agrees with "experts" that dogs should be fed cheese
A video of Mabel the black Labrador patiently waiting for her chunk of cheese has racked up over 33 million views.
Mom shares footage of jungle gym disaster that goes from bad to worse
Tiffany McKinley, 27, told Newsweek: "Everything happened so fast it was like an 'oops!' moment."
Golden retriever falls in love with neighbor's dog and has rare "Bear" pup
The heartwarming video has received over 2 million views on TikTok.
Mom's shock at discovering what son wore to kindergarten while she was away
So far, the hilarious video has 1.2 million views on TikTok.
Woman baffled after discovering how boyfriend opens "stress relief" gummies
"I've never seen anything so male-coded in my life," the woman said in her viral TikTok video.
Woman compares her $2K whippet to free rescue dog and internet is howling
The comical clip has over 3 million views on TikTok.
Dad finds "gun" in 6-year-old son's bag, but it's not what you think
"The inspiration for the joke was I just smiled when I pulled out the 'perfect'-looking handgun," the dad told Newsweek.
Cat heartbroken after losing two of her babies—then foster mom gets a call
"Frankie does not discriminate between the kittens. She acts like she gave birth to all of them," a carer told Newsweek.
Sweet reason Gen Z woman won't quit weekend job—despite working full time
Kaylee Baker, 23, has racked up 3.7 million views on TikTok.
Woman with "fix it dad" shares heartwarming reason she is single
The clip captioned: "KEEP YOUR STANDARDS HIGH LADIES," has 1 million views on TikTok.
Cat returns to shelter after 7 years of caring for owner with dementia
Calming Thelma bonded with her owner who suffered anxiety, but now awaits another person to adopt her.
Video showing why you should always carry dog first aid on walks goes viral
It seems you learn something new every day as many people didn't know canines can share this over-the-counter product.
Why mom feels like she's on vacation—despite fact she just gave birth
Josie Capllonch, 36, told Newsweek her four-night stay at the hospital was "amazing" and "relaxing."
Golden retrievers react to new fence around swimming pool: "The Betrayal"
"They're so shocked [because] as far as they're concerned, the backyard is for them and them alone," their owner said.
Mom gives birth without pain relief, records this message for future self
Sammy Estrella told Newsweek: "The pain I felt during my unmedicated natural childbirth was unlike anything else I've ever experienced."
Watch how a golden retriever spends a 9-hour flight from London to Miami
A medical condition makes him faint, so Gary Alsakar is permitted to travel with his dog. Their most recent flight has gone viral.
Senior dog may have dementia but she still knows her owner's voice
A veterinarian spoke to Newsweek about how to treat dogs with cognitive dysfunction and prevent dementia in dogs.
"Miracle" moment pet mauled by pack of dogs takes his first steps
Owner Raine Becker told Newsweek of her 13-year-old miniature pinscher: "The vet didn't think Teddy would ever walk."
