Anonymous Source Tracker

Examples of how major English-language news organizations use anonymous sources. Updated daily.


Jordon Hudson 'wanted creative control and ownership of Hard ...
According to an anonymous source familiar with the deal, Hudson demanded she be "granted content approval and partial ownership of the show," just days ...

MSN  ∙  May 20, 2025


Trump administration agrees to pay nearly $5 million to settle suit ...
The person insisted on anonymity to discuss with the Associated Press terms of a settlement that have not been made public.

MSN  ∙  May 20, 2025


Trump's tariffs will test unity among allies at G7 finance ministers ...
... according to a person briefed on preparations for the meeting who spoke on condition of anonymity because they did not have authorization to speak about it ...

MSN  ∙  May 20, 2025


Harvey Weinstein Claims Innocence on Candace Owens' Show ...
It's rare for a defendant in a criminal trial to release an interview during the course of the trial, and a source close to the situation says that ...

MSN  ∙  May 20, 2025


Protesting NNRA workers shut down finance ministry over unpaid ...
One of the protest leaders, who declined to be named, told our correspondent that the action was a continuation of an unresolved industrial dispute that dates ...

MSN  ∙  May 20, 2025


Israel allowing 'basic' food into Gaza after admitting starvation crisis ...
The White House has discussed the plan with Libya's leadership, two people with direct knowledge of the proposals and a former US official told NBC News.

MSN  ∙  May 19, 2025


U.S. to pay nearly $5 million to family of Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt
Two people briefed on the matter said the Justice Department has agreed in principle to pay just under $5 million to Babbitt's family. The two people spoke ...

MSN  ∙  May 19, 2025


WNBA investigating racial slurs by fans made at Angel Reese during ...
... a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Sunday on condition of anonymity because the league had not publicly ...

MSN  ∙  May 19, 2025


'Should be an easy fix:' Complaints emerge of alleged air traffic ...
A source at the school, who asked to remain anonymous because of worries about any potential impact on the business, echoed those concerns with Action News Jax.

MSN  ∙  May 19, 2025


Trump administration to pay family of slain Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt ...
The Washington Post first reported the settlement, citing two people “briefed on the matter” who said the Trump administration has agreed to the settlement ...

MSN  ∙  May 19, 2025


FDA approves Novavax COVID-19 shot but with unusual restrictions
The FDA had been on track to grant Novavax full approval – without restrictions -- by its April 1 target date, according to two people with direct knowledge ...

MSN  ∙  May 18, 2025


Victoria and David Beckham 'Eager' to Become Grandparents as ...
... Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz are ready to grow their family, a source said. Mega © OK Magazine (AU). Brooklyn Beckham and stunning Nicola ...

MSN  ∙  May 18, 2025


M&S hackers 'got in due to colossal blunder - and sat in system for ...
The hackers were then able to work undetected in the systems for just over two days before finally being uncovered, a source said. Once discovered ...

MSN  ∙  May 17, 2025


Cancer-battling 'Bruce Willis of Reading' who saved man from tower ...
The witness, who did not want to be named, said: 'I was in the next door building, there was a guy standing up there (on top of the building), luckily the ...

MSN  ∙  May 17, 2025


Bill Maher Tears Into Trump For 'Ultimate' Double Standard: 'If ...
Trump has said the plane would be a gift to the Department of Defense, and a source briefed on the matter told Reuters that it would ultimately be donated ...

MSN  ∙  May 17, 2025


1 person killed in explosion outside Palm Springs fertility clinic ...
The act was being investigated as a possible car explosion, said two law enforcement officials briefed on the matter who insisted on anonymity to discuss ...

MSN  ∙  May 17, 2025


Behind Warner Bros.' $125 Million Arbitration Win Against Village ...
... a person familiar with the situation who was granted anonymity because the matter is confidential. The debt remains unpaid. Expand article logo Continue ...

MSN  ∙  May 16, 2025


Calligraphy created by executed assassin breaking auction records
The piece, which says "green bamboo" — a traditional symbol of integrity — had been owned by a Japanese individual who did not wish to be identified, and ...

MSN  ∙  May 16, 2025


Diddy's Family Stays Strong But Horrified Behind Closed Doors ...
But sources close to the music mogul say his daughters and mother are privately distressed by the disturbing testimony unfolding during the trial. How To ...

MSN  ∙  May 16, 2025


US Planning To Permanently Relocate 1 Million Palestinians To ...
Citing two people with direct knowledge and a former U.S. official, NBC also reported that the plan is under serious enough consideration that the U.S. has ...

MSN  ∙  May 16, 2025


Fed Chair Powell outlines plans to cut 10% of staff in coming years
The action announced by Powell, however, is not being directed by any other part of the government, according to a person familiar with the situation.

MSN  ∙  May 16, 2025


The FBI is disbanding one of its public corruption squads in its ...
The people who confirmed the FBI's decision insisted on anonymity to discuss personnel changes that had not been previously announced. The action comes as ...

MSN  ∙  May 15, 2025


Johnson closes in on SALT breakthrough with House GOP moderates
Members were upset with her signaling that she was fine with the $30,000 cap, according to a person familiar with the matter. 7 of the Biggest RMD Mistakes ...

MSN  ∙  May 14, 2025


Former Russell Westbrook teammate rips 'anonymous source' after ...
... an anonymous source An anonymous source says Russell Westbrook's immature. Man, give me a ...

MSN  ∙  May 13, 2025


Israel targets Hamas leader Mohammad Sinwar in hospital strike in ...
... sources familiar with the matter.

MSN  ∙  May 13, 2025


Cash registers stolen from South Barrington, Illinois businesses ...
A neighbor, who asked to remain anonymous, told CBS News Chicago that he saw four men take the cash registers and slamming them down onto the ground as far ...

MSN  ∙  May 12, 2025


Trump taps top Justice Dept. official to also head Library of Congress
... who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss a sensitive matter. How To Borrow From Your Home Without Touching Your Mortgage · Ad. LendingTree. Blanche ...

MSN  ∙  May 12, 2025


Trump plans to use Qatari 747 as Air Force One
... source briefed on the matter. The luxury plane, which would be one of the most valuable gifts ever received by the US government, […]

MSN  ∙  May 12, 2025


2 children dead in crash involving University of Miami football player
A neighbor who did not want to be identified told NewsNation affiliate WFLA, “I was the first one out. And when it happened, I was the first one out here ...

MSN  ∙  May 11, 2025


Trump fires director of U.S. Copyright Office, sources say
The Trump administration has fired the head of the U.S. Copyright Office, two sources familiar with the situation confirmed to CBS News Saturday. How To ...

MSN  ∙  May 11, 2025


India, Pakistan Cease-Fire Brokered by U.S. Appears to Hold
... a person familiar with the situation. Over the past two days, Vance and Rubio took the lead in calling senior officials in India and Pakistan, urging them ...

MSN  ∙  May 11, 2025


My neighbour's bamboo is costing me thousands... but he doesn't ...
It comes after MailOnline spoke to a woman, who chose to remain anonymous ...

MSN  ∙  May 10, 2025


Ben Affleck Is Allegedly 'Determined' To Find Love Again, But ...
However, according to a source close to the A-lister, one “obstacle” is in his way. How To Borrow From Your Home Without Touching Your Mortgage.

MSN  ∙  May 10, 2025


Rangers hit out at Trump's plans for National Parks: 'They're going to ...
... ranger who asked to remain anonymous. Expand article logo Continue reading. Internet Providers Hate When You Do This, But It's Not Illegal · Ad. WifiBlast.

MSN  ∙  May 9, 2025


Fired FEMA chief threatened to quit weeks ago
... Donald Trump, according to a person with direct knowledge of the events. Should You Leave Assets to Your Children in a Trust or as a Gift? Ad. SmartAsset.

MSN  ∙  May 8, 2025


'Greatest self-own in GOP political history': Trump abandons right ...
"She won't listen to anyone else, so she can run her own campaign now," an anonymous source told Axios. Another GOP strategist told Axios: “It's basically ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2025


One killed, 9 injured as unidentified aircraft crashes in Bathinda village
... on a condition of anonymity. Expand article logo Continue reading. 11 Reasons Why This New Portable Charger Went Viral And Now Has A Waitlist · Ad. Snap-N- ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2025


Smart Selangor bus service stoppage upsets Subang Jaya commuters
A student in Subang Jaya, who did not want to be named, said on May 1, he waited for 20 minutes for the bus at one of the stops along the SJ02 route before ...

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2025


Big Four firm PwC is cutting 1,500 jobs because not enough staff are ...
The firm is also slowing hiring and internship offers but honoring current offers, a source said.

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2025


Anysphere, which makes Cursor, has reportedly raised $900M at $9 ...
... sources familiar with the deal. Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) and Accel are also participating in the round, which values Anysphere at about $9 billion, the ...

MSN  ∙  May 5, 2025


Trump administration plans to cut thousands of employees at spy ...
... sources with knowledge of the matter told NBC News.

MSN  ∙  May 3, 2025


Russell Brand Arrives at London Court for First Hearing on Rape ...
... asked to remain anonymous, agreed to share their stories of serious sexual allegations in the program." More from Variety. Russell Brand Outtakes From 2011 ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2025


Man Utd strike gold with blockbuster forward signing 'VERY ...
Manchester United are increasingly confident of signing Wolves star Matheus Cunha this summer, with some sources close to the situation suggesting it is a 'done ...

MSN  ∙  May 1, 2025


“Wishing you all the best in retirement”: NHL congratulates David ...
After an illustrious 14-year career in the NHL, veteran defenseman David Savard brought an official close to his playing days following the Montreal ...

MSN  ∙  May 1, 2025


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... an official close to the investigation told the Associated Press. Aug 22, 2016 · gettyimages-585100210.jpg. Officials Say Zika Transmission Identified In ...

CBS News  ∙  May 1, 2025


Top Trump adviser tried to quell investor anxiety after market turmoil ...
... people with direct knowledge of the matter. But few were convinced after the meeting. Miran "got questions and that's when it fell apart,” one person ...

MSN  ∙  April 30, 2025


SEBI puts Adani Group, foreign investors' requests on hold to settle ...
The sources declined to be identified as the status of investigations and pleas are private. SEBI and the Adani group did not respond to e-mails seeking ...

MSN  ∙  April 30, 2025


Lush handed children 24-page trans 'propaganda' leaflets which ...
The woman, who did not want to be named, said: "I feel fairly 'live and let live' about what people over 18 want to do but to put this in bags going home ...

MSN  ∙  April 30, 2025


Amazon backs off displaying tariff costs after Trump called Jeff ...
A source familiar with the situation told the Washington Examiner that the two leaders had a mature conversation, which eventually led to Amazon clarifying ...

MSN  ∙  April 29, 2025


Apple reportedly scraps the iPhone 17 Pro's anti-glare, anti-scratch ...
MacRumors, citing an anonymous “source with reliable information,” says this project may now have been cancelled, and won't appear on the 17-series iPhones.

MSN  ∙  April 29, 2025