News \News\, n [From New; cf. F. nounelles. News ?s plural in form, but is commonly used with a singular verb.]

1. A report of recent occurences; information of something that has lately taken place, or of something before unknown; fresh tindings; recent intelligence.

Evil news rides post, while good news baits. --Milton.

2. Something strange or newly happened.

It is no news for the weak and poor to be a prey to the strong and rich. --L'Estrange.

3. A bearer of news; a courier; a newspaper. [Obs.]

There cometh a news thither with his horse. --Pepys.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)