sensational story

Translations
сенсационная история
The journalist wrote a sensational story that captured the public's attention.
Журналист написал сенсационную историю, которая привлекла внимание общественности.
Definitions
A sensational story is a narrative that is designed to provoke strong emotional reactions, often characterized by dramatic events, shocking details, or exaggerated elements to capture the audience's attention and interest.