The phrase "unflattering headlines" refers to news article titles or headlines that portray someone or something in a negative or unfavorable light. Full definition
That's despite California's Disneyland making unflattering headlines last month due to a measles outbreak that likely occurred at the end of the first quarter. (fortune.com)
De Blasio's first year in office, when Ragone was with the mayor, was dicey — with the mayor slowly announcing top administration appointments, sparring with Cuomo and dealing with unflattering headlines. (politico.com)
And while Charles Kushner insists his bankers are loyal, investors are eager and deals are plentiful, some business associates say the drumbeat of unflattering headlines is putting tremendous pressure on the family business. (nytimes.com)