What is another word for breaks a story?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈe͡ɪks ɐ stˈɔːɹɪ] (IPA) 
The phrase "breaks a story" has become a common term in media circles to describe when a journalist or news outlet first presents a new and noteworthy story to the public. While it is a useful and succinct term, there are several synonyms that can be used to convey the same idea, including "unveils," "reveals," "unearths," "discovers," and "breakthrough." Each of these synonyms emphasizes the idea of bringing something new and previously unknown to light, and can be used interchangeably with "breaks a story" to add variation to written or spoken communication.
