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What does it mean?
A satirical remark implying the media ignored a significant tragedy.
In plain terms
The media ignored a huge tragedy.
What can you take from it?
Watch what media chooses to ignore.

Where it applies

  • media coverage

Putting it to work

  • media literacy

Questions to consider

  • What is ignored by the media?

Another view

Media outlets have limited space to cover news.

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