yellow journalism
Journalism that exploits, distorts, or exaggerates the news to create sensations and attract readers
Beowulf describes his exploits confidently, emphasizing his strength and bravery. While some exaggeration may be present in his accounts, it is likely done to enhance his reputation and establish his heroism in the eyes of others. The epic nature of the poem may also contribute to the embellishment of his deeds.
According to PBS, the term was coined in the 1890's from a popular New York World comic "Hogan's Alley" by artist R.F. Outcault. (read the full article at http:/www.pbs.org/crucible/frames/_journalism.html - though this article states the origins of the phrase, it does not focus on the meaning) The term eventually came to represent any kind of inaccurate bias and/or sensationalistic reporting. Answers.com describes it as "Journalism that exploits, distorts, or exaggerates the news to create sensations and attract readers." (http://www.answers.com/topic/yellow-journalism) Though, according to Hearst biographer Kenneth Whyte, it was "A slur on mass market, popular newspapers... by the elite publishers and the conservative publishers" (watch the video here- http://www.metacafe.com/watch/2496594/the_rise_of_hearsts_yellow_journalism/ )
Exploits means brave or daring actions
The Exploits of the Emden was created in 1928.
The Exploits of Moominpappa was created in 1950.
Our Exploits At West Poley was created in 1893.
The Exploits of Elaine was created on 1914-12-28.
The Exploits of Chevalier Dupin was created in 1968.
The Exploits of Solar Pons was created in 1993.
On his naval exploits, he conquered the whole of Maldive Islands.
The Exploits of Chevalier Dupin has 138 pages.