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 sensa138 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.
© Webster 1913.
