Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Exclusive: MarineMax presses on with sale process as Donerail ...
Donerail, which owns a ⁠5% stake in MarineMax and proposed buying the company itself, has increased its initial offer, two of the ​sources said. Blackstone ...

Reuters  ∙  May 7, 2026


Trump Administration Weighs Citing 'Emergency' to Admit More ...
... on the condition of anonymity to describe internal discussions. Mr. Trump has not yet made a final decision on expanding access for Afrikaners, although he ...

New York Times  ∙  May 7, 2026


China's May Day tourism sees rise in trips - MSN
A ministry spokesperson, who declined to be identified, told Reuters he “wasn't sure” why the data had not yet been released and wasn't aware of the timing of ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Reform surges in England as nationalist parties triumph in Scotland ...
The rightwing populist party garnered 32 per cent of votes in the constituency, while the Tories won 29 per cent, according to a person close to Reform.

Financial Times  ∙  May 7, 2026


9 Halton schools receive bomb threats, school searches underway
Nine schools in Halton received bomb threats from an ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Russia burns billions on refinery repairs, Ukrainian strikes cut ... - MSN
An anonymous source in the Russian Ministry of Finance told Vlast / Faridaily that oil and gas revenues are expected to rise in May 2026. Finance Minister ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Swarthmore College cleaning up 'hundreds' of anti-Israel vandalism ...
... an anonymous source, alongside the following message: 'The board of butchers are not welcome on campus.'” The vandalism messages echo language commonly used ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Savannah Guthrie returns to 'Today' after abrupt mid-show exit - MSN
Unexpected show departure: Savannah Guthrie left Today early on May 6, with NBC noting she'd return the next day; a source said it was for an unrelated ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


EU prosecutors probe alleged misuse of funds linked to France's ...
... a source close to the case told AFP Thursday. The complaint seen by AFP alleged that funds held by members of the National Rally in their capacity as MEPs ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Trump's Iran war boasts shredded by leaked CIA dossier - MSN
... not authorized to speak on the record, told the Washington Post. 'Iran's military has been badly degraded, its navy destroyed, and its leaders are in hiding ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


BP CEO tells staff that company reorganisation to take place in June ...
... sources familiar with the call said. O'Neill added that a U.S. listing was not a priority for the company, the sources said. (Reporting by Stephanie Kelly ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Trump praises Brazil's Lula after meeting on tariffs, trade - MSN
... requested anonymity. Pressure Washers Are Becoming Obsolete Thanks to This Compact Invention · Ad. PressaJet. The encounter was the third in-person meeting ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


RSS — decoding the silent work behind BJP's high-voltage run that ...
“Remember,” explains a Sangh leader who did not wish to be identified, “we are not a political organisation. The RSS is a socio-cultural organisation, which ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


PM Shehbaz thanks Trump's decision to pause 'Project Freedom' in ...
Rubio and other senior administration officials said earlier on Tuesday that Iran could not be allowed to control traffic through the ?strait. Iran has ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Sources clarify viral Met Gala clip of Rihanna, A$AP Rocky - MSN
Sources close to the couple told TMZ there was no argument — they were simply drained after more than 16 hours of nonstop appearances. The pair, who share ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Sources dismiss Rihanna–A$AP Rocky Met Gala feud rumors - MSN
Multiple outlets citing sources close to Rihanna and Rocky reported that the pair had been on the go for over 16 hours between preparations, appearances, and ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Odors, flies and noise have been plaguing neighbors of Coney ...
"A never-ending ongoing process". One longtime neighbor, who asked not to be identified, said the garage has made it difficult for families to enjoy their own ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


FBI probing journalist who exposed Kash Patel's drinking - MSN
... people with direct knowledge of the matter have confirmed to MS NOW. Expand article logo Continue reading. Side Sleepers Get Achy Shoulders, Few Know This ...

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Ottawa County woman wins $303154 Club Keno The Jack prize - MSN
The 58-year-old player, who chose to remain anonymous, says she plans to buy a house and take her family to Disney World.

MSN  ∙  May 7, 2026


Mizoram woman held at Jaipur airport with cocaine worth over ₹22cr
... did not wish to be identified. Expand article logo Continue reading. DRI officials did not reveal the identity of the accused, saying the investigation into ...

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2026


Oil prices plunge as US-Iran talks near deal - MSN
... sources close to the talks. Seeking Alpha + 3. Strategic role of the Strait of Hormuz. The Strait of Hormuz handles about a fifth of the world's oil and gas ...

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2026


Travis Kelce shares rare excitement over Taylor Swift wedding - MSN
Sources close to the couple say planning has been deliberate and balanced, avoiding any rushed decisions. InStyle + 1. From first date to engagement. Kelce ...

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2026


DeepSeek could be valued at up to $50 billion in first fundraising ...
... sources with knowledge of ⁠the matter. Chinese tech giant Tencent Holdings (0700.HK) , opens new tab has also been in talks to invest in DeepSeek, said the ...

Reuters  ∙  May 6, 2026


Former Metro Transit police chief surrenders peace officer license ...
... sources with knowledge of the investigation previously told the Minnesota Star Tribune. Most Read. Wolves · Live from Game 2: Timberwolves suffer worst loss in ...

Star Tribune  ∙  May 6, 2026


Ex-JPMorgan banker Chirayu Rana made eye-popping, 8-figure ...
Sources familiar with the matter said the 35-year-old financier initially sought the jaw-dropping payout last June – despite the fact that an internal bank ...

New York Post  ∙  May 6, 2026


Japan PM mulls visit to S Korea's Andong in May for talks with Lee
... sources familiar with the matter. The possible visit comes after Lee visited Takaichi's hometown in Nara in January, where the two leaders discussed ways to ...

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2026


Iran reviewing US proposal to end war, though key demands remain ...
Iran said on Wednesday it was reviewing a U.S. peace proposal that sources said would formally end ​the war while leaving unresolved the key U.S. demands ...

Reuters  ∙  May 6, 2026


US, Iran closing in on one-page memo to end war, officials say - Axios
The big picture: The U.S. expects Iranian responses on several key points in the next 48 hours. Nothing has been agreed yet, but the sources said this was the ...

Axios  ∙  May 6, 2026


Iran reviewing new U.S. proposal as sources say sides closing in on ...
Iran said on Wednesday it was reviewing a U.S. peace proposal that sources said would formally end the war while leaving unresolved the key U.S. demands ...

The Globe and Mail  ∙  May 6, 2026


Iran says reviewing new US proposal, sources say sides close on deal
Iran said on Wednesday (May 6) it was reviewing a new U.S. proposal, after sources said Washington and Tehran were closing in on a one-page memorandum to ...

The Australian  ∙  May 6, 2026


US Considers Tapping Oil Under Military Bases to Refill Reserve
... military bases and other Department of War sites to help refill the nation's depleted emergency reserves, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  May 6, 2026


FBI searches Virginia Senate leader's office as part of corruption ...
The FBI searched the Virginia state Senate leader's office on Wednesday as part of a corruption investigation, a person familiar with the matter said. The ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 6, 2026


Grain and Oilseed Futures Slide on Middle East War Optimism
Iran is evaluating a new proposal from the US to end the conflict, according to a person familiar with the matter. Washington's one-page memorandum of ...

Bloomberg  ∙  May 6, 2026


Ecuador Sells Another Billion in Dollar Debt Amid Oil Boon
The nation priced the notes due in 2034 and 2039 at 8.25% and 8.75%, respectively, down from initial price talks, according to a person familiar with the matter ...

Bloomberg  ∙  May 6, 2026


U.S. Prosecutors Pull Out of Event in Sign of Rift With Legal Critics
Smith abruptly withdrew from the event, according to people with knowledge of the matter. So did two other government officials: Samuel Waldron, the acting ...

New York Times  ∙  May 6, 2026


Microsoft in Talks to Ax Energy Pledge Amid Data Center Boom
... -energy targets as it tries to remove hurdles that could hold it back in the race to power data centers, according to people with knowledge of the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  May 6, 2026


Anthropic inks $200B Google Cloud, chip pact - report - MSN
... with knowledge of the matter. The scale of the deal would make Anthropic (ANTHRO) one of the largest customers of Google Cloud, accounting for over 40% of ...

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2026


Dollar drops as optimism grows for U.S.-Iran deal; yen surge ... - CNBC
The Axios report had cited two U.S. officials ⁠and two other sources familiar with the discussions. The yen rose by as much as 1.8% earlier in a swift move ...

CNBC  ∙  May 6, 2026


US, Iran close on finalising 'one page memo' to end war - MSN
... US officials and two other sources briefed on the matter. Side Sleepers Get Achy Shoulders, Few Know This "Side Sleeper" Trick · Ad. Derila. The agreement ...

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2026


US, Iran said closing in on framework for permanent deal, as Trump ...
... sources briefed on the matter. The MoU consists of 14 points and is being crafted by US President Donald Trump's top envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner ...

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2026


Tigers dismiss Triple-A manager after harassment claim - MSN
... sources briefed on the matter. The Tigers announced Tuesday that Alvarez's contract had been terminated in-season “due to a violation of club policy,” but ...

MSN  ∙  May 6, 2026


JPMorgan Tried to Settle Harassment Accusations Against Executive
The bank offered $1 million before a former employee filed a lawsuit against a woman who was an executive director on his team, two people briefed on the matter

New York Times  ∙  May 6, 2026


F.B.I. Raid of Democrat's Office Jolts Virginia Politics
... people familiar with the matter who spoke on the condition of anonymity. Other locations were also searched, the people said. Federal agents served Ms ...

New York Times  ∙  May 6, 2026


FanDuel CEO Amy Howe out after five years at the sportsbook - CNBC
Amy Howe is out as FanDuel CEO, people familiar with the matter told CNBC. Christian Genetski, FanDuel president, will step in. Howe took the helm in 2021 ...

CNBC  ∙  May 6, 2026


Blue Owl Data Center Operator Stack Is Said to Consider $30 Billion ...
... company owned by Blue Owl Capital, is considering options including a sale of its Asia operations, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  May 6, 2026


The leverage layer cake behind HSBC's private credit losses
... people familiar with the matter. Atlas used those funds to make loans to MFS through an entity known as a special-purpose vehicle, part of a chain of ...

Financial Times  ∙  May 6, 2026


'Project Freedom' aimed at wrangling control of Hormuz ends after ...
BATRAWY: Yeah, I mean, Mary Louise, this was so abrupt that a person briefed on the matter not authorized to speak to the media told NPR that even Israel ...

NPR  ∙  May 6, 2026


Ecuador Is Selling More Debt in Global Markets Amid Oil Windfall
... requested anonymity because the information is private. More From Bloomberg. ECUADOR-OIL-REFINERY-EMERGENCY. Ecuador Looks to Tap Global Debt Markets Again ...

Bloomberg  ∙  May 6, 2026


FBI Raids Office of Virginia Democrat Who Pushed Redistricting
The search is tied to a corruption investigation, said the person, who requested anonymity to discuss matters not yet public. Agents are also searching a ...

Bloomberg  ∙  May 6, 2026


Microsoft Clean Power Target on Chopping Block Over Data Center ...
... requested anonymity to discuss a private matter. More From Bloomberg. The 2026 Nvidia GTC Conference. Nscale Plans Expansion of Microsoft Data Center Site in ...

Bloomberg  ∙  May 6, 2026