breaking news
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information that has been just received by a television or radio news channel
Breaking news refers to urgent, newly occurring events that are reported as soon as they are discovered, often before all details are fully available. These stories are typically about significant events, such as natural disasters, accidents, political developments, or emergencies, that require immediate attention. Breaking news is covered quickly to provide the public with the most current information, even if it is subject to updates or changes as more details emerge. It is often the focus of media outlets during the initial moments after an event occurs.
- The reporter interrupted the broadcast to deliver breaking news about the fire in the city center.
- The station is currently airing breaking news about a major traffic accident on the highway.
- People were glued to their phones, checking breaking news updates about the storm.
- We were in a meeting when the breaking news alert came through about the sudden change in government policy.
- Social media platforms often spread breaking news quickly.