The phrase "to steal the headlines" means to attract a lot of attention or publicity, often by doing something noteworthy or significant. Full definition
The benefits of blockchain technology have been widely publicized, especially after cryptocurrencies started stealing the headlines last year. (bitcoinist.com)
In recent years, one tactic that has dominated the bigger markets — and stolen headline space — has been the use of bidding wars. (moneysense.ca)
But it was Real Madrid who stole the headlines with an amazing 9 - 1 scoreline at home against Granada. (laligablog.com)