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NASA has revealed that five large asteroids, including Asteroid 2023 RP2 and Asteroid 2023 QE8, are approaching Earth today. These asteroids range in size from 41 feet to 170 feet and will come as close as 0.483 million km to 5.84 km to our planet. The closest approach is expected to occur on September 10.
The coverage of disasters by news organizations is influenced by various factors, including proximity, the novelty factor, adventure bonus, and predictability. The death of famous or wealthy individuals also receives more coverage. Editors and readers respond to novelty, and disasters that sustain themselves over time get more coverage. The coverage of disasters is not solely the fault of cold-hearted editors, but rather a result of trial and error and the need to yield the greatest number of eyes.