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Definition breaking news in British English

breaking news noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˌbreɪkɪŋ ˈnjuːz/
1

new information about a news event that is still happening

Example

Keep up with the latest breaking news and politics from around the world.

Example

Most people will first read an item of breaking news via social media.

Definition breaking news in British English