Lauren Giella
National Reporter
Lauren Giella is a Newsweek National reporter based in New York. Her focus is reporting on breaking and trending U.S. and international news. She has covered politics, policy, trials, elections and the war in Ukraine. Lauren joined Newsweek in 2021. She is a graduate of the University of Southern California. You can get in touch with Lauren by emailing l.giella@newsweek.com. Languages: English, Italian
These companies combat burnout by prioritizing mental wellbeing
"Helping employees build resiliency can help them better navigate these challenges with agility and remain productive," one chief human resources officer said.
Students
NAUDL Debater of the Year calls award "cherry on top" of successful career
Jun Kwon of Port of L.A. High School told Newsweek that the honorific is "a testament to how much I love the activity."
Mentors
NAUDL's Coach of the Year says debate made her a "lifelong learner"
"I'm a motivator," debate coach Jessica Wright-Crichlow said. "I have words to give you to motivate you and tell you you can do this."
These are the top 12 fertility clinics in the Northeast region of the US
Accessibility is essential for patients undergoing fertility treatments. Knowing the best clinics in a certain region can help them make informed decisions.
How Newsweek determined the best fertility clinics in America in 2024
This year's ranking lists 125 fertility clinics and features new parameters, including patient satisfaction data and additional accreditations information.
Teams
NAUDL 2024 champions say real-life friendship helped them win tournament
"I feel like we both have something that the other one lacks," said Bianca Perkins of Chicago's Kenwood Academy High School.
Events
Chicago's Kenwood Academy wins title at Urban Debate National Championship
"This was my last tournament, so it's good to end on a high note," senior Bianca Perkins told Newsweek.
These are the 9 most trustworthy food and beverage companies in the US
"Building a trustworthy company is an extraordinary team effort, and I am immensely proud of what we have achieved together," one CEO told Newsweek.
How young workers can land a gig with the best companies for job starters
One human resources officer told Newsweek she looks for applicants who have "a demonstrated ability to learn" and "a thirst for bettering themselves."
How Newsweek determined the most trustworthy companies in America in 2024
Bose, Goodyear, Whole Foods and Walmart are among the companies featured, because they inspire trust from potential customers, investors and employees.
Even as snacking habits evolve, nostalgia remains part of our diet
"A lot of people snack out of boredom, and then people snack because they're stressed and it's a comforting stress relief," one expert told Newsweek.
Brands want your loyalty—and will offer more than points to get it
"People want to feel like they are recognized for being special," one expert told Newsweek. "People are willing to pay to be treated in a different way."
Health care CEO laments how women "disappear" at senior leadership level
Froedtert ThedaCare Health CEO Cathy Jacobson says companies must empower women to advance their careers while having kids, otherwise "you lose people."
Teams
WUDL achieves first Tournament of Champions spot with sophomore team
Debater Sitara Mazumdar said "it really took a village" to secure the team's second TOC qualifying bid, including hours of "targeted prep" and league help.
Behr Paint looks to extend millennial "DIY boom" with TikTok influencers
Behr marketing head Andy Lopez said young people "aren't spending as much time doing projects" with their dad or grandfather and instead seek DIY tips online.
Meet the women leading two of America's greatest workplaces for women
"We're achieving business success, but we're not doing it at the expense of our people," Danielle Phippen, one of the co-CEOs of Access DMC, told Newsweek.
How Newsweek determined America's Greatest Workplaces for Women
Newsweek has published its second annual ranking of the Greatest Workplaces for Women based on surveys about pay, discrimination and growth opportunities.
News
Intellectual property rights set for next school year's policy debate topic
The national topic is what thousands of high school students will research, formulate arguments for and debate across the country.
Mentors
NAUDL alum uses debate skills to advocate for the disabled community
Olivia Northcutt-Wyly said the debaters must strive for inclusivity and accessibility "so more people can experience the transformative power of debate."
More people are choosing continuing care retirement communities—this is why
Friendship Village resident Virginia Olsen said continuing care retirement communities "offer the opportunity to have a purpose for every person."
Teams
NYCUDL-Wake Forest debate "Dream Team" builds path to college scholarships
Bronx freshman Mariah Griffin told Newsweek she knows that her participation in the Dream Team "will have a significant impact further on in my life."
Teams
D.C. debate team beats season rivals in their first regional tournament
"It's been exciting to see how much they've grown and improved from the very first practice that we had," the team's coach told Newsweek.
How to get an Ivy League education at home
Kirsten Horton, a student and mother of two, said her Yale online program is "much more efficient" and "really goes along with the stage of life that I'm in."
Exclusive first look at the new "Spamalot" revival premiering tomorrow
A first look at "Spamalot" depicts what director Josh Rhodes says feels like a hilarious reunion of your funniest college friends.
Teams
D.C. debate team makes league history with Tournament of Champions bid
"I don't think either of them thought they would be reaching such a high level of debate," the BASIS D.C. coach said of his sophomore debaters.
The best hospital in every state
Newsweek's latest ranking highlights America's best-in-state hospitals so readers know where to turn to for the best local care.
Students
NAUDL alumni aim to "pay it forward" to next generation of college debaters
"I feel like throughout my life, I'm always going to be tied back to debate," one college debater, who will soon begin work as a teacher, told Newsweek.
News
NFHS reveals top two policy debate topics, sends out final vote ballot
NFHS Director of Performing Arts and Sports James Weaver said the policy debate topic selection process is at its best "when everyone is involved."
America's best nursing homes are ready for what happens next with COVID
The CEO of New York's top nursing home says, "We know what we're doing and what's best for residents and nursing facilities and hospitals."
Krystal Joy Brown's "Merrily We Roll Along" character isn't the villain
Krystal Joy Brown adds empathy and depth to performance as the first Black woman to take on the role of Gussie Carnegie in Broadway's latest musical revival.
