Tabloidization

Tabloidization refers to the trend where mainstream media, including newspapers and news programs, increasingly adopt sensational, eye-catching, and entertainment-oriented content similar to tabloids. This shift often emphasizes scandal, celebrity gossip, and dramatic stories over in-depth reporting and balanced journalism. The goal is to attract a wider audience and boost sales or viewership, but it can compromise the quality and accuracy of news. Essentially, tabloidization is the transformation of serious news into more sensational and entertaining content, prioritizing sensationalism over thorough reporting.