No news is good news

Proverbial Meaning: Not hearing news about a bad situation is a good sign.

Literal Origins: When we are anxiously waiting for news during a troubling event it may be good that we haven't received any news, because if we did receive news it may well be bad.

Common Usage: This proverb is very well-known and quoted directly as a comfort to someone who is nervously awaiting news regarding a stressful event.