noun
sad news; tragic report
General term for news that brings sorrow or disappointment. Often used in contrast to 朗報 (good news).
その悲報を聞いて、彼女は泣き崩れた。
Hearing the sad news, she broke down in tears.
朗報と悲報が同時に届いた。
Good news and sad news arrived at the same time.
noun
news of a death; death notice
Specifically refers to news that someone has passed away. Often used in formal or solemn contexts.
彼の突然の悲報に、誰もが言葉を失った。
Everyone was at a loss for words at the sudden news of his death.