Newsflash

usgb/ˈnuːzflæʃ/
noun

A short broadcast or announcement that reports important or breaking news.

The television station interrupted its regular programming for a newsflash about a major earthquake.
Visual representation of "newsflash" - A short broadcast or announcement that reports important or breaking news.

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breaking news,urgent announcement,special report

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Urgency

A newsflash conveys immediate information that is essential to the audience.

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This morning's newsflash revealed a new policy change.
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Media Notification

In media, newsflashes are meant to instantly inform the public of significant events.

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The newsflash provided essential details about the election results.
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Surprise Element

The term can also imply unexpected or surprising news.

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The unexpected newsflash caught everyone off guard.
Visual representation of the word "Newsflash"

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