Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Microsoft planning thousands more job cuts aimed at salespeople ...
The reductions won't exclusively affect sales teams, and the timing could still change, said the people, who requested anonymity to discuss a private matter.

LA Times  ∙  June 19, 2025


Families in Tehran Have Been Shattered
“We're just waiting for this nightmare to end,” one such person told The Nation, who chose to remain anonymous out of fear of reprisal. Sponsored Content.

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Dad who grew up in St Pauls says 'dealers are controlling our ...
The author has asked to remain anonymous out of concerns for his safety. Side Sleepers Get Achy Shoulders, Few Know This "Side Sleeper" Trick · Ad. Derila.

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Exclusive-Chevron seeks buyers for 50% stake in Singapore ...
... sources familiar with the matter told Reuters. Chevron is also gauging interest for the sale of other assets in Asia, including terminal and fuel storage.

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


DNC chair Ken Martin faces leadership challenges amid Democratic ...
A DNC committee member, who also asked to remain anonymous, told Fox News that Martin's tenure so far "has been underwhelming." Meanwhile, Maria Cardona, a ...

Fox News  ∙  June 19, 2025


Liverpool advance Kerkez talks
Liverpool are advancing talks to sign defender Milos Kerkez for a fee of around £40m-£45m. Sources with knowledge of the situation say that the talks have ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Inside Ford's Plan To Outfox China's EV Companies
... people briefed on the matter said. This is a significant acceleration of the government's previous target of having domestic automakers using 25% homemade ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


NBA rumors: Not every member of Buss family on-board with Los ...
... a source familiar with the situation a source familiar with the situation told ESPN NBA insider Dave ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Carole Middleton and King Charles's rarely-seen bond on display ...
... sources close to the Royal Family have confirmed.

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


'It's a risk to come to work, it's a risk not to': Terror and a touch of ...
The store's owner, Vilma, who declined to give her last name for fear of being targeted by federal agents, said it had been that way since the raids began.

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Tulsi Gabbard sidelined in Trump administration discussions on ...
Multiple senior administration officials said Gabbard has been sidelined in internal administration discussions about the conflict between Israel and Iran.

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Trump Administration news - Today's latest updates - Page 9 - CBS ...
... senior administration officials said. Jan 29 · cbsn-fusion-behind-trumps-meetings-in-florida-on-. Democratic states plan to sue over Trump's federal grant ...

CBS News  ∙  June 19, 2025


Trump says he'll decide on Iran strike within two weeks - The ...
... on the condition of anonymity to brief reporters on military operations, said it also struck a nuclear-related facility in Isfahan. Other reported attacks ...

Washington Post  ∙  June 19, 2025


Paramount delays $35M settlement with Trump as media giant fears ...
... people close to the matter. The two...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Mars has not offered remedies to EU for Kellanova deal, EU website ...
People close to the matter said the EU antitrust watchdog will launch a full-scale investigation into the deal at the end of its preliminary review which ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Barrick Mining | Reuters
... , two people close to the matter told Reuters on Monday. FILE PHOTO: Small toy figure and gold imitation are seen in front of the Barrick. 1 to 1 of 1 ...

Reuters  ∙  June 19, 2025


U.S. intelligence assessment on Iran's nuclear program remains ...
... a source with knowledge of the matter. How To Borrow From Your Home Without Touching Your Mortgage · Ad. LendingTree. Comments by President Donald Trump and ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Gold, Global Stocks Fall Amid Israel, Iran Escalation Fears. Oil ...
... people familiar with the matter. How To Borrow From Your Home Without Touching Your Mortgage · Ad. LendingTree. Stock indexes overseas fell, with ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Following strikes on Iran, these U.S. bases could become targets
... official briefed on the matter who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss the sensitive communications. U.S. embassies and diplomatic compounds in ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


DOGE's plans to nix Fish and Wildlife's tribal-focused Lander office ...
... a source familiar with the situation. “It basically said, 'Keep going on with the current contract,'” said the source, who WyoFile granted anonymity for ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Energy: Trump's FERC plans
He blocked at least one attempt to terminate FERC staff on a DOGE list, according to a source familiar with the situation who spoke on condition of anonymity.

Axios  ∙  June 19, 2025


Hollywood Home Depot raided by federal agents; vendors and day ...
One street vendor, who did not want to be named, broke down in tears as she packed up her food station where she sold tamales, sweet bread, and juice.

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


CM Stalin unveils 50 automated water dispensing units
An auto driver in the area, who did not want to be named said, “I finished my meal nearby and came to drink water, but there was no water.” Residents also ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Contractual Employees At UNESCO Sites In Assam Not Paid Since ...
A senior official of the Directorate of Archaeology, who did not wish to be identified, claimed that the two contractors have not received more than Rs 2 ...

MSN  ∙  June 19, 2025


Morocco to review Turkey trade deal over expanding deficit, sources ...
They asked not to be named due to the sensitivity of the matter. Morocco's trade and industry ministry did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for ...

Reuters  ∙  June 18, 2025


Japan Regulator to Ramp Up Scrutiny of Banks' Repackaged JGBs ...
... asked not to be named discussing a private matter. The FSA will review these disclosures and may consider extra actions if necessary, the people said. The ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


Italy's Brembo to Provide Brakes for US Bike Brand Specialized ...
With the latest move, the Italian company's brake business is entering the mountain bike competition segment, said the people who asked not to be named ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


Barclays, Santander Among Firms Interested in Buying Sabadell's TSB
The banks are in the early stages of exploring separate bids for TSB, according to the people, who asked not to be named discussing private information.

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


Exclusive: US to drop guidance to limit alcohol to one or two drinks ...
... asked not to be named to speak freely. One person said the new alcohol-related recommendation will probably be limited to a sentence or two. Another said ...

Reuters  ∙  June 18, 2025


Chipmaker Wolfspeed Nears Bankruptcy Deal With Lenders ...
The company will soon announce a deal with lenders for a so-called prepackaged bankruptcy, said the people, who asked not to be named because the information is ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


Nike pushes back Skims launch with Kim Kardashian
Nike is delaying the launch of its highly anticipated NikeSKIMS activewear line, according to a person familiar with the matter.

CNBC  ∙  June 18, 2025


Ex-Trump defense attorney Kendra Wharton to depart Justice ...
A person familiar with the matter told Reuters that Wharton, who first started working on Trump's legal matters two years ago, has been commuting back and forth ...

Reuters  ∙  June 18, 2025


Trump extends TikTok deadline again - POLITICO
... a person familiar with the matter said. Want more POLITICO? Download our mobile app to save stories, get notifications and more. In iOS or Android. In ...

Politico  ∙  June 18, 2025


Banco Master CEO Injects $364 Million, Easing Path to BRB Merger ...
... a person familiar with the matter a person familiar with the matter. The capital increase by Chief Executive Officer Daniel Vorcaro is part of a plan ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


Iran Rejects Trump's Call for 'Surrender' in War With Israel - The ...
But a senior official from Iran's Foreign Ministry, who asked that his name not be used because he was not authorized to speak publicly, said that Iran ...

New York Times  ∙  June 18, 2025


Israel-Iran Live Updates: Trump Says U.S. 'May' or 'May Not' Join ...
But a senior Iranian official from the Foreign Ministry, who asked that his name not be used because he was not authorized to speak publicly, said that Iran ...

New York Times  ∙  June 18, 2025


Thousands flee Tehran, source says Trump's options include joining ...
... a source said Trump was considering options that include joining Israel in attacking Iranian nuclear sites. Iran and Israel launched new missile strikes at ...

Reuters  ∙  June 18, 2025


Morning Bid: Oil ebbs again as Fed meets | Reuters
* Thousands of people were fleeing Tehran on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump said they should leave the capital, while a source said Trump was ...

Reuters  ∙  June 18, 2025


Alan Wilson, South Carolina's longtime GOP attorney general, set to ...
Long expected to run, Wilson will officially launch his campaign at an event on Monday, according to a person familiar with Wilson's political plans who was ...

ABC News  ∙  June 18, 2025


Jennifer Garner's baby food company confidentially files for an IPO ...
... Jennifer Garner, has filed confidentially for an initial public offering in New York, according to people familiar with the matter.

Reuters  ∙  June 18, 2025


Amazon Orders Employees to Relocate to Seattle, DC, Arlington ...
... according to people familiar with the situation. Amazon is mostly rolling out the mandate in one-on-one meetings and town halls rather than sending out a ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


New World Seals Deal for Louis Vuitton Store in Hong Kong's K11 ...
... according to people familiar with according to people familiar with the matter, as global luxury giants eye ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


Alibaba-Backed 'AI Dragon' MiniMax Is Said to Plan Hong Kong IPO ...
MiniMax, one of China's so-called AI Dragons or Tigers, could aim to list as soon as this year, according to the people, who asked not to be identified because ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


Star Capital Is Said to Weigh IPO of Defense Tech Firm Vincorion ...
The private equity firm has held initial discussions with potential advisers about a listing, said the people, who asked not to be identified as the information ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


Inside the Chaos Swirling Through Ken Martin's D.N.C. - The New ...
... according to two people with direct knowledge of the private discussions who insisted on anonymity. Mr. Martin acknowledged those talks. “That's certainly ...

New York Times  ∙  June 18, 2025


Kate Middleton Unexpectedly Pulls Out of Royal Ascot - The New ...
The Times makes a careful decision any time it uses an anonymous source. The information the source supplies must be newsworthy and give readers genuine ...

New York Times  ∙  June 18, 2025


Senate leadership ponders rural hospital fund to sway megabill ...
... according to two people familiar with the initiative. Others are simply wary of additional safety measures that would restrict their freedom of movement and ...

Politico  ∙  June 18, 2025


Tencent-Backed MiniMax Releasing AI Tools to Take On Manus ...
... according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter. The Shanghai-based company plans to roll out the services to the public this week, said the ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 18, 2025


Katie Miller's Washington Rise Takes a Musk Detour - The New York ...
Miller grew frustrated and contacted Mr. Hegseth's wife, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter. (Asked about the episode, a Pentagon ...

New York Times  ∙  June 18, 2025


They were out and proud. Then came the DEI backlash.
But I do feel particularly vulnerable now,” they told USA TODAY on the condition of anonymity for fear of putting their livelihood at risk. “I genuinely ...

USA Today  ∙  June 18, 2025


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