sensationalism

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Algorithms amplify content based on engagement -- and engagement is often driven by sensationalism, outrage and misinformation.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Broadcasters push narratives, and sensationalism sells on TV and in print.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026

Edison has objected to The Times’ identifying Calderon as a former executive for the utility, claiming on its website that the news organization is “choosing sensationalism over facts.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 29, 2025

Compounding the problem is that sensationalism is more likely to get clicks than nuanced stories.

From Slate • Sep. 29, 2024

“I saw some government people on TV saying it’s just exaggeration and sensationalism and what and what… you know them and their big words!”

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo