News singular or plural

The word "news" is a plural noun, but it can be used as a singular noun in certain contexts.

Plural usage:

• "The news are coming in slowly." (Here, "news" refers to multiple pieces of information.)
• "I read the news every day." (Here, "news" refers to multiple articles or reports.)

Singular usage:

• "The news is that the company is going bankrupt." (Here, "news" refers to a single piece of information or a report.)
• "What's the news?" (Here, "news" is used as a singular noun to ask for an update or information.)

In general, when "news" refers to multiple pieces of information or reports, it is used as a plural noun. However, when it refers to a single piece of information or a report, it can be used as a singular noun.

It's worth noting that some style guides, such as the AP Stylebook, recommend using "news" as a singular noun in most cases, while others, such as the Chicago Manual of Style, recommend using it as a plural noun. Ultimately, the choice between singular and plural depends on the context and the intended meaning.