Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Judge says Penn must turn over information about Jewish ...
... on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the investigation. Pappert wrote that the university and others who joined the ...

Washington Post  ∙  March 31, 2026


Mariners agree to 8-year, $95 million contract with top prospect Colt ...
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been announced. The Mariners selected the 20-year-old shortstop with the 22nd ...

Washington Post  ∙  March 31, 2026


Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford begins rehab assignment with ...
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been announced. Emerson batted .357 with one home run and a double and a 1.000 ...

Washington Post  ∙  March 31, 2026


France refused Israel use of its air space to transfer US weapons for ...
... transport American weapons ​to be used ​in the war against ⁠Iran, a ​Western diplomat and two ​sources familiar with the matter told Reuters on ​Tuesday.

Reuters  ∙  March 31, 2026


Exclusive: US counterterror officials plan antifa summit, sources say
The Trump administration is organizing an international summit focused on countering the left-wing movement antifa and other groups, three sources familiar with ...

Reuters  ∙  March 31, 2026


Hegseth slated for House testimony as pressure builds over Iran war ...
... ​ is tentatively expected to testify publicly before the House Armed Services Committee on April 29, according to two sources familiar with the plans.

CBS News  ∙  March 31, 2026


US banks raising borrowing costs for private credit funds as AI fears ...
... sources familiar with the matter said. Jumpstart your morning with the latest legal news delivered straight to your inbox from The Daily Docket newsletter ...

Reuters  ∙  March 31, 2026


American journalist Shelly Kittleson kidnapped in Iraq - CBS News
American journalist Shelly Kittleson was kidnapped in Baghdad on Tuesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter as well as an Iraqi official.

CBS News  ∙  March 31, 2026


Biden gave 'voluntary interview' to special counsel investigating his ...
Special counsel Robert Hur oversaw and participated in the interview of President Biden, which was scheduled weeks ago, multiple sources familiar with the ...

ABC News  ∙  March 31, 2026


Weeks before Iran War, broker tied to Pete Hegseth explored ... - MSN
... sources familiar with the matter, as quoted by Reuters. According to Reuters, citing the Financial Times, the broker, working with Morgan Stanley ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Iraq's SOMO awards fuel oil supply contracts for exports via Syria
Iraq has not used ​the land route for decades, but two sources close to the matter said the ​end of civil war in Syria coupled with the unprecedented ...

Reuters  ∙  March 31, 2026


Italy's Mundys builds stake in Eurotunnel operator, closing ... - Reuters
Mundys' move comes as traffic through the Channel Tunnel ‌is expected ⁠to grow, said two sources close to the matter. Rail operator Ferrovie dello Stato ...

Reuters  ∙  March 31, 2026


Harry's Sandringham wish meets King's mistrust - MSN
However, sources close to Sources close to the monarch cite 'low ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Harry seeks Sandringham invite amid trust gap - MSN
Low trust blocks reconciliation. Despite Harry's expressed desire for reconciliation, sources close to the King say 'low trust and bitter experience' from ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Harry's Sandringham push meets royal resistance - MSN
Sources close to the King suggest reluctance, citing past leaks and strained relations, while Prince William and Princess Catherine are said to have no ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Woods rejects free rides after DUI arrest - MSN
Privacy concerns drive refusal. Sources close to Woods told People that his refusal to hire a driver stems from not wanting anyone to monitor his activities.

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


GFL Environmental Said to Near Buyout of Texas Waste ...
... Inc. is close to a deal to acquire Frontier Waste Solutions, which manages dozens of sites in Texas, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  March 31, 2026


Cross River Raises $50 Million to Expand Further Into AI, Crypto
The new investment from funds advised by T. Rowe Price values the bank at a bit more than $3 billion, according to a person familiar with the matter. The ...

Bloomberg  ∙  March 31, 2026


Starmer's Labour Suspends Critic as Premier Girds for Challenge
The decision to suspend Turner was taken in light of his recent conduct, according to a person familiar with the matter, and would be reviewed at a later date.

Bloomberg  ∙  March 31, 2026


Column: Apple's crackdown on AI apps puts it wrong side of history
Replit has lost revenue over the period, said the person familiar with the matter who asked not to be named because the information is private. Replit said ...

CNBC  ∙  March 31, 2026


UFC Vegas 115 adds lightweight fight days away from event - MSN
MMA Fighting's Mike Heck confirmed with sources with knowledge of the matchup that Kai Kamaka III (17-7-1) makes his return to the UFC this Saturday when he ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


NFL owners approve 2 key rule changes - MSN
... sources with knowledge of the situation confirmed to the Associated Press on Tuesday on the condition of anonymity as the negotiations are private. Expand ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Exclusive: TikTok seeks Brazil fintech license to offer credit - Reuters
The ‌sources, who requested anonymity because the plans are confidential, said TikTok has applied for two licenses with the regulator. One would allow it to ...

Reuters  ∙  March 31, 2026


Vitol trader Addison, architect of US-Venezuela export deal, set to ...
The sources ​requested anonymity to discuss confidential details. Addison declined to comment, and Vitol said it would not comment on personnel issues ...

Reuters  ∙  March 31, 2026


Mamdani is rescinding New York City government's TikTok ban - MSN
... people with direct knowledge of the situation. The people, who were granted anonymity to discuss the new policy, told POLITICO that Mamdani will make the ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


NFL approves sale of 3.5% of Las Vegas Raiders at over $11 billion ...
... asked not to be named because the transaction is private. On Tuesday, the league approved Durban buying 3.5% of the team at over an $11 billion valuation ...

CNBC  ∙  March 31, 2026


NFL approves sale of 7% of Las Vegas Raiders at over $11 billion ...
... asked not to be named because the transaction is private. The deal includes a 10% "flip tax" the buyers are paying the NFL, the person said. As part of the ...

CNBC  ∙  March 31, 2026


JPMorgan Looks to Amend $7 Billion Sealed Air Deal Amid Pushback
... asked not to be named because the information isn't public. Still, no final decisions have been made on changes to the terms, the people cautioned. The ...

Bloomberg  ∙  March 31, 2026


Mariners give Colt Emerson record $95 million contract ... - USA Today
... a person with direct knowledge of the deal told USA TODAY Sports. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity because the Mariners had not yet announced ...

USA Today  ∙  March 31, 2026


Mariners give Colt Emerson record $95 million contract before first ...
... a person with direct knowledge of the deal told USA TODAY Sports. Advertisement. Advertisement. Advertisement. The person spoke on the condition of anonymity ...

None  ∙  March 31, 2026


Canada's Cargojet plays role in CEO exit at Amazon partner 21 Air
A person with direct knowledge of the situation confirmed Strauss's departure in a text message. Strauss, a former vice president of cargo at Air Canada ...

None  ∙  March 31, 2026


Lobbying firm hired by Albany mayor backed her campaign - Yahoo
A person with direct knowledge of the matter said that Weinraub was a fixture at Applyrs' fundraisers over the past two years. The veteran Albany lobbyist ...

Yahoo  ∙  March 31, 2026


New York City council member and Hochul staffer targeted in federal ...
According to a person with direct knowledge of the matter who was granted anonymity to discuss the sensitive matter, Edu Hermelyn has in recent years called ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Trump criticizes allies amid rising fuel prices due to Iran conflict - MSN
The journalist was subsequently moved to a second vehicle that fled the scene, as detailed by Iraqi security officials who chose to remain anonymous. Dylan ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Mariners agree to $95 million, 8-year deal with top prospect Colt ...
SEATTLE — The Seattle Mariners have agreed to a $95 million, eight-year deal with top prospect Colt Emerson, a person familiar with the situation told The ...

None  ∙  March 31, 2026


Mariners agree to $95 million, 8-year deal with top prospect Colt ...
The Seattle Mariners have agreed to an eight-year, $95 million deal with top prospect Colt Emerson. That's according to a person familiar with the situation ...

San Francisco Chronicle  ∙  March 31, 2026


Report: Mariners agree to 8-year, $95 million deal with top prospect ...
SEATTLE — The Seattle Mariners have agreed to an eight-year, $95 million deal with top prospect Colt Emerson, a person familiar with the situation told The ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Helium stocks of South Korea's chipmakers to last until June ...
The government official and the second source, employed by a helium supplier, declined to be identified as they were not permitted to speak to the media.

Reuters  ∙  March 31, 2026


Italy refuses US aircraft use of Sicily base for Middle East ... - Reuters
The source, who was not authorised to speak ​to the media and declined to be identified, confirmed the report to Reuters but did not specify how many ...

Reuters  ∙  March 31, 2026


Italy refuses US aircraft use of Sicily base for Middle East operations ...
The ⁠source, who ‌was not authorised to speak ​to media ​and declined to be identified, also ⁠did not specify how many aircraft were involved ​or when Rome ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Family identifies victim in triple shooting on south side as two others ...
A relative, who declined to be identified due to safety concerns, said the family is devastated. “It is a profound sorrow; only God knows what truly ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Diamondbacks fans at home opener talk about video board ...
Several fans declined to be identified when asked for an interview, but one group in Section 319 brought seat cushions to stack on chairs to see better ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Kevin Durant Whoop valuation up 81x since his 2017 investment
Durant has not sold any of his Whoop shares, according to someone familiar with KD's investments. A representative for Durant declined to comment on the ...

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Kevin Durant's WHOOP investment surges as company hits $10.1 ...
A year later, Whoop raised at $3.6 billion. Durant has not sold any of his Whoop shares, according to someone familiar with KD's investments. A representative ...

None  ∙  March 31, 2026


NBA Europe Team Bids Include Multiple $1 Billion Offers
... according to someone familiar with according to someone familiar with the process who was not authorized to ...

None  ∙  March 31, 2026


Kevin Durant Whoop Valuation Up 81x Since His 2017 Investment
Durant has not sold any of his Whoop shares, according to someone familiar with KD's investments. A representative for Durant declined to comment on the ...

None  ∙  March 31, 2026


European Regulators Review Private Credit Valuations at Insurers
... asked to remain anonymous discussing private information. A spokesperson for BaFin said the German watchdog is examining investment risk management and ...

Bloomberg  ∙  March 31, 2026


Growing number of teens being exploited by drug gangs, charity says
Because of concerns about potential reprisals, and to maintain the trust of those he works with, he asked to remain anonymous. He said: "London, Liverpool ...

BBC  ∙  March 31, 2026


Residents concerned as Winnsboro experiences multiple shootings
One resident, who asked to remain anonymous, said they discovered a bullet hole that went through their kitchen wall and window the morning after the shooting.

MSN  ∙  March 31, 2026


Michel Pereira vs. Shara Magomedov headed to UFC Baku in June
A person with knowledge of the matchup informed MMA Junkie of the booking but asked to remain anonymous since the promotion has yet to make an official ...

None  ∙  March 31, 2026