yellow journalism
A term first used sensational and salacious news, especially that which may be used to inflame public opinion, which relies heavily on anonymous sourcing, which prioritizes scooping competition over factual reporting, and involves unethical journalistic practices. In contemporary journalism, the term may be more synonymous with tabloid-style sensational journalism or used as a euphemism for poor reporting.
The term originated around two New York newspapers in the 1880s: the New York Journal published by William Randolph Hearst and the New York World published by Joseph Pulitzer.
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