Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Belgian court orders trial for corruption, money laundering ... - Reuters
A person close to Kabila said the former president did not have any comment as he was not directly associated with the case. Kabila's relative did not ...

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2026


Tenant at narco's secret California ranch reveals he's been kicked out
A local resident, Christian, who also declined to give his last name, expressed fear over the drug lord having property in the neighborhood. Advertisement.

New York Post  ∙  September 1, 2026


Oracle licensing practices on EU antitrust regulator's radar ... - Reuters
The licensing practices of U.S. cloud computing company Oracle ​are on the radar of EU antitrust ‌regulators, a person familiar with the matter said, ...

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2026


Saudi Arabia Sells $3.25 Billion of Debt as Hormuz Tensions Rise
The sale saw orders peak at more than $15 billion , according to a person familiar with the matter who asked not to be identified as they're not authorized ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


Keir Starmer to stand down as MP - Financial Times
... a person familiar with the situation. The former South African MP and anti-apartheid activist won nearly a fifth of the vote in 2024 on a pro-Palestine ...

Financial Times  ∙  September 1, 2026


S&P Weighs Multibillion-Dollar Spinout of Data Platform Capital IQ
In a spinoff scenario, the unit could fetch a valuation in the high single-digit billions of dollars, said the people, who asked not to be named discussing ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


Stan Kroenke agrees to buy MLB's Angels, valuing team ... - CNBC
The transaction values the Los Angeles Angels and their regional sports network at $4 billion, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal, who ...

CNBC  ∙  September 1, 2026


Venture Global tells Plaquemines Phase 2 buyers that LNG ...
... to begin delivering contracted cargoes on schedule at ​previously agreed prices, according to a person with direct knowledge of ​the matter.

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2026


Saudi Wealth Fund's Returns Push Reverberates Across Portfolio
There have been several leadership changes at subsidiary companies, though a person familiar with the matter said those decisions typically rest with the ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


Incoming Air India CEO Said to Target Cargo Boost, Plane Snags
... asked not to be identified as the information is private. He takes over as the CEO on Sept. 7 from Campbell Wilson, who resigned in April. More From ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


Incoming Air India CEO Said to Target Cargo Boost and Plane Snags
... asked not to be identified as the information is private. He joins the airline on Sept. 7. The current CEO, Campbell Wilson, resigned in April. HomeBTV+ ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


Macquarie Eyes Trader Acquisitions as it Seeks Growth in Metals
... asked not to be identified because the discussions are private. For you. Based on your reading history. Supreme Court Lets Trump Keep Building White House ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


South Korea Plans Up to 222.8 Trillion Won in 2027 Bond Issuance
... asked not to be identified discussing internal policy. For you. Based on your reading history. Supreme Court Lets Trump Keep Building White House Ballroom ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


Chevron Nears Deal to Run Two Fields in Venezuela's Orinoco Belt
... declined to be named because the deal hasn't been announced. They are near a vast field already operated by the company's PetroIndependencia joint-venture ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


Shein makes lacklustre Hong Kong debut as investors fret about ...
The source, who has direct knowledge of the matter, declined to be named without an authorization to speak to the ‌media. Unlike most company bosses ...

The Globe and Mail  ∙  September 1, 2026


VinFast puts the brakes on manufacturing some cars in India ...
Both sources declined to be named as they are not authorised to speak to the media. Backed by Vietnam's largest conglomerate Vingroup (VIC.HM) , opens new ...

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2026


Warning signs were visible ahead of Nepal-China floods, report says
... declined to be named. The Chinese side gave positive feedback but the two sides were also yet to formalize an arrangement, the source said. Parajuli, the ...

CNN  ∙  September 1, 2026


Fernando Mendoza could be the Raiders' starting quarterback soon
3. An anonymous source believes rookie Fernando Mendoza is set to start sooner than previously thought. AP Photo/David ...

New York Post  ∙  September 1, 2026


Texas A&M senior DE was 'unbelievably consistent' this preseason
... an anonymous source, Searcy and several other returning playesr/newcomers were named as standout defenders, while Searcy continues to stand out as one of ...

USA Today  ∙  September 1, 2026


Press freedom advocates alarmed by $300,000 defamation verdict ...
On 21 August, an Alabama jury awarded $9.25m in damages against the New York Times for wrongly reporting, citing an anonymous source familiar with the ...

The Guardian  ∙  September 1, 2026


Shein founder Xu true to form with minimalist presence at Hong ...
He is also one of China's most prolific collectors of antique coins, according to the source who declined to be identified. Xu hesitated for years about ...

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2026


Exclusive | Anna Wintour must take fall for Met's John Galliano flop ...
“People seem to think she's the sole person [making decisions about the Met theme],” a source said. “It's a huge amount of people on the Met board that signed ...

New York Post  ∙  September 1, 2026


Exclusive | Met honchos admit they made 'mistake' over John ...
“People were complimentary of Anna,” a source said — adding that Met leadership was grateful that Galliano bowed out on his own. British fashion designer ...

New York Post  ∙  September 1, 2026


Anger as BBC withdraws jobs promise for apprentices amid ...
“They've all been told that their jobs have now been closed and there isn't a permanent role at the end,” a source said. “For a place that prides itself on ...

The Guardian  ∙  September 1, 2026


Meet Rep. Everton Blair - Live Updates - POLITICO
Eric Swalwell, according to a person familiar with the plan. With the two Democrats sworn and voting, Speaker Mike Johnson will be able to lose only one ...

Politico  ∙  September 1, 2026


U.S. judges reveal panic buttons, private security in chilling new ...
... room. The judge, who asked to remain anonymous, received more than 700 threatening phone calls after hearing a Trump administration immigration case.

Washington Times  ∙  September 1, 2026


AI chatbot helps teach online-only psychology classes at Macquarie ...
One student, who asked to remain anonymous, said they felt “short-changed” after issues with their degree structure forced them to enrol in the online option.

The Guardian  ∙  September 1, 2026


Former President Joe Biden Will Attend Sept. 11 Ceremony in New ...
Joseph R. · One person briefed on the matter said that traveling overseas is easier if Mr.

New York Times  ∙  September 1, 2026


Breakthrough chances slim ahead of crucial Volkswagen board ...
... a crucial supervisory board meeting on ‌Friday but a breakthrough is seen as unlikely, sources familiar with the talks said.

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2026


India preparing rollout of agentic payments on UPI, sources say
India is ​preparing a framework that would let AI agents make small digital payments without approval for every ‌transaction, three sources familiar with ...

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2026


Meet Sean Parnell, Pentagon's Chief Spokesperson and Army ...
The Hill reported last week that Parnell's name was being floated, citing two unnamed sources familiar with the matter. Asked about the reports, a senior ...

Time  ∙  September 1, 2026


India revives talks with Zambia to invest in critical minerals, sources ...
Preliminary discussions between Indian and Zambian officials took place on August 26, sources said; Talks earlier stalled over mining rights assurances for ...

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2026


U.S. military launches fresh strikes in the Strait of Hormuz - Axios
Why it matters: The attacks are part of a plan President Trump and his senior aides have been considering in recent days to wage limited strikes in the Strait ...

Axios  ∙  September 1, 2026


Army Secretary Dan Driscoll steps down — with a warning - The Hill
... the source said. Read The Hill's reporting here. Growing list: Some of the most high-profile departures in recent months include the Army's commander in ...

The Hill  ∙  September 1, 2026


Europe blasts Russian finance minister's attendance at Asheville G20
... the source said. The meeting comes as Congress is debating a new sanctions bill targeting Russia. The legislation would give the president power to tariff ...

The Hill  ∙  September 1, 2026


Under Trump, SFO is now a de facto immigration detention center
A Fresno County man who did not want to be identified for fear ...

San Francisco Chronicle  ∙  September 1, 2026


The Athletic FC's deadline-day show starting shortly
Sources with knowledge of the situation, speaking on the condition of anonymity, indicated that potential add-ons worth €4.5m are included in the deal.

New York Times  ∙  September 1, 2026


Apple taps hardware chief John Ternus as CEO, ending Tim Cook's ...
The hardware engineering division will be taken over by longtime deputy Tom Marieb, according to people with knowledge of the matter. He will report to ...

LA Times  ∙  September 1, 2026


Everton hopeful on Balogun deal with Zirkzee move off - The Athletic
... on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships, stated the deal for Balogun consisted of an initial €45million (£38.58m; $52.3m) plus €5million ...

New York Times  ∙  September 1, 2026


Trump said his deal with Venezuela would lower gas prices. Will it?
... on the condition of anonymity under rules set by the administration. Even if the opaque, controversial agreement announced Friday night triggers a surge of ...

Washington Post  ∙  September 1, 2026


Hegseth Targets 7 More Officers as His Frustrated Army Secretary ...
... on the condition of anonymity. The moves come at a time when the military is badly strained by the Iran war, which has gone on far longer than ...

New York Times  ∙  September 1, 2026


Iran retaliates with missiles and drones, defying Trump's warning
The official, like others, spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss ongoing operations. A spokesperson for Jordan's military said the country, which ...

Washington Post  ∙  September 1, 2026


Satsuki Katayama, the Woman at the Center of Japan's Currency Fight
Bessent is based on interviews with two of those people who had direct knowledge of the meeting. The Finance Ministry declined to make Ms. Katayama ...

New York Times  ∙  September 1, 2026


Coinbase Co-Founder Seeks Fields in Venezuela Oil Shakeup
... requested anonymity because the talks aren't public. Other changes to existing oil contracts are expected this week, when Energy Secretary Chris Wright ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


With gold on the rise, jewellery collectors are weighing the value of ...
... requested anonymity for security reasons. “Everything I own whether it is inherited or acquired has a story to it. And when I am making a purchase, I don't ...

The Globe and Mail  ∙  September 1, 2026


With elections nearing, battleground Republicans still waiting for ...
But they have not been made aware of a comprehensive plan, according to people with knowledge of the situation who requested anonymity to discuss private ...

Washington Post  ∙  September 1, 2026


What AI is Doing to on-the-Job Learning—and How to Protect It - TIME
(Both requested anonymity to speak freely about the challenges they face.) The researcher described the loss of friction in day-to-day work—wrestling with ...

Time  ∙  September 1, 2026


Auto-Parts Maker Victura Technologies Said to Weigh India IPO
... has begun discussions with investment banks about a potential initial public offering in India, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


Salesforce Backs HR Software Firm HiBob at $3.2 Billion Value
... company HiBob as part of a $160 million funding round that values the startup at more than $3.2 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2026


Trump Responds to Talk of Hegseth Running for President in 2028
... sources familiar with the matter. Hegseth later called the reporting “100% false” and insisted his “only job” is to “make the Department of War great again ...

Time  ∙  September 1, 2026