From Middle English newes, newys, equivalent to new + -s. Compare Saterland Frisian Näis, East Frisian näjs ("news"), West Frisian nijs, Dutch nieuws, German Low German Neeis. Often erroneously said to be an acronym of "North, East, West, South" or "Noteworthy Events, Weather, Sports".
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