Crossword Genius

Media reports of bizarre caws inside nests (9)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

newscasts

I'm a little stuck... Click here to teach me more about this clue!

'media reports' is the definition.
The answer and definition can be both related to communication as well as being plural nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'bizarre caws inside nests' is the wordplay.
'bizarre' indicates anagramming the letters.
'inside' indicates putting letters inside.
'caws' with letters rearranged gives 'wsca'.
'wsca' going into 'nests' is 'NEWSCASTS'.

'of' is the link.

Can you help me to learn more?

(Another definition for newscasts that I've seen is " Bulletins".)

I've seen this clue in The Independent.
Want a hint initially instead of a full solution? Install my app