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. Languages: English
She is a Derby University graduate You can get in touch with [email protected].
Joy over "apprentice" golden retriever puppy working on construction site
One user said of the video, which already has 3 million views: "Please, please get him a little doggy hard hat I'm begging."
Golden retriever puppy delights internet after finding "spy" camera
"That discovery just ruined all his plans of mischief for the day!" said one user.
Woman backed for prioritizing bar hopping over brother's gender reveal
"I'd go on the party bus even if it clashed with my own child's gender reveal!" said one Reddit user in response to a woman's post about missing a family event.
Woman falls in love for first time with man she met on Craigslist
"I never thought I would end up meeting the love of my life on Craigslist and living together from the moment we met," Brooke Forman told Newsweek.
'My daughter's ex shot her in the face and tried to kill our grandson'
"She is a first-time mom and is missing out on everything, but she is so thankful to be alive," Jalen Morris' mother told Newsweek.
Internet obsessed by Westie dog wanting to go to college with brother
The moment an adorable dog refuses to get out of the car has racked up over 235,000 views on a social-media site.
'My neighbors are harassing me, I don't know how to handle them'
"We started noticing them throwing trash into my front lawn, and then later dumping dirty water into my lawn."
Cat trying to "grip for dear life" on slippery floor delights viewers
The video has amassed more than 2.9 million views, with one user writing: "You can hear the inconvenience in his voice."
Bride's mother slammed for "demanding" money from stepuncle for wedding
Wedding expert Rima Barakeh has told Newsweek how to ask for financial help when planning a wedding.
Hearts melt over 104-year-old's role at granddaughter's wedding
One user said: "Someone is cutting onions again. This is absolutely beautiful!!"
Personal trainer shares three things she does to burn belly fat
People may be surprised to discover it isn't all about extreme exercise to keep off fat.
Watch sausage dogs tucking themselves in as part of "essential" nap routine
One user said of the viral TikTok smash: "Meanwhile mine scratches until we lift the blanket so he can get under."
Moment dog realizes he's no longer "number one" after grandchild born
Zoe Willingham, a dog behaviorist based in Suffolk, United Kingdom has provided five tips aimed to help prepare a dog for a new baby.
Exact moment sneaky dachshund steals food at event viewed by over 8M
"This was a calculated heist like oceans 11," one user wrote, while another added: "He saw an opportunity and took it."
Woman shares homemade recipe she claims cured her distressing hair loss
The DIY hair-care treatment has racked up millions of views on TikTok, but a hair stylist advises people against copying it.
Dramatic Chihuahua's visit to vet after tiny "paper cut" resurfaces online
The Oscar-worthy performance already boasts 10 million views on Instagram.
Dog adopts abandoned kittens and starts nursing them in emotional video
The bamboozled owner said: "I don't know if these kittens are gonna start barking."
Foster puppy caught being the 'only morning person' melts hearts
The viral clip shows a puppy ready to seize the day, while his canine companions are looking rather sleepy.
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Exact moment rescue dog feels "safe" on couch with new owner melts hearts
Newsweek reached out to a dog trainer to find out ways to help a rescue dog settle into its new home.
Rottweiler being "picked up like a toddler" to kiss local cows melts hearts
The TikTok clip has racked up 1.8 million views, one user said: "That's love on the owners part. Breaking his back so puppy can see his friends."
Stray dog follows women for miles, internet obsessed with what happens next
A heartwarming video has had over 754,000 views on TikTok, with one user saying: "They say dogs find you for a reason."
Prepare to be jealous of pit bull's bedroom tour: "Dream come true"
"This is my goal when I get a house. I love, love it all!" was one comment on the viral TikTok clip, which boasts over 300,000 views.
No one prepared for what Christian woman says as she prays over drag queen
TikTok star Jessica L'Whor told Newsweek: "I don't think that I was as shocked as the world is."
Stranger's response to cancer scare text delights internet
"This is also the best news I've heard all day as well. I'm glad your mom will be okay," one Reddit user wrote.
What your cat's personality says about you, from an animal behaviorist
"A timid cat reflects a person who lets other people walk all over them," cat whisperer Sylvie Sterling says.
Healthy woman shares why she had double mastectomy at 21
"It was hard at first but I knew I was going to have the surgery as it was an opportunity to eliminate cancer at a young age," Lily Chugg told Newsweek.
Runway model defends natural glutes as she shares gym routine
The viral video has racked up 3.7 million views on TikTok, but the aim of the exercises has left some users scratching their heads.
Internet obsessed with dog's epic spinning recall full of "sassy attitude"
"She does the twirly whirly," read one comment below the hilarious video that has racked up 1.2 million views in 24 hours.
Woman firing sister-in-law as bridesmaid over bachelorette request slammed
Psychiatrist Carole Lieberman told Newsweek: "The poster is using this opportunity to get attention for her religious beliefs."
Rescue dog remains "apple of his grandparents' eye" despite misbehaving
The ex-racing dog has developed a special relationship with his owner's parents, who treat him like their grandchild.
