Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Brookfield Seeks $525 Million Loan to Fund La Trobe Dividend
... Financial Corp Pty., an Australian non-bank lender, to fund a payout to investors and refinance existing debt, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  June 22, 2026


Qualcomm Nears Deal for AI Chip Startup Modular - Bloomberg.com
... acquire Modular Inc. in a transaction valuing the artificial intelligence chip startup at about $4 billion, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  June 22, 2026


Reports differ on King Charles and Prince William's ties - MSN
... sources close to the royals describing the King and William's relationship as 'incredibly positive'. Such variations in portrayal influence public ...

MSN  ∙  June 22, 2026


One of the Nancy Guthrie ransom notes apologized for her ...
... sources close to the case told Air Mail. The purported abductor had initially demanded $4 million in bitcoin in a Feb. 2 note, described Guthrie as “safe ...

New York Post  ∙  June 22, 2026


Family tributes and public duties mark Prince William's 44th birthday
Sources close to both the King and William, however, insist their relationship is 'incredibly positive' and unchanged. Observers noted a lack of warmth ...

MSN  ∙  June 22, 2026


UK telecoms groups introduce 'kill switch' to cut phone theft from stores
... person familiar with the matter. However, it has stopped short of introducing a wider kill switch. Stolen device protection adds an extra security layer to ...

Financial Times  ∙  June 21, 2026


UK's Starmer considers political future, could decide as early as ...
"Keir likes ​to think about things," the source said. Starmer's unpopularity was laid bare by Labour's heavy losses in local elections in May, and polls of ...

Reuters  ∙  June 21, 2026


Iran's Tasnim news agency says Hormuz will not reopen ... - Reuters
The source said the waterway ​would ​also ⁠remain closed until ​waivers allowing ​the ⁠sale of Iranian oil ⁠were ​issued. The Reuters Iran Briefing ...

Reuters  ∙  June 21, 2026


Trump Administration Shuttered a Criminal Probe Into Fraudster's ...
... with knowledge of the matter. After the White House became aware of the possibility that Father Mann might have been compensated to lobby for Mr. Gentile's ...

New York Times  ∙  June 21, 2026


Iran says Strait of Hormuz is closed, citing Israeli attacks in Lebanon
... with knowledge of the matter told MS NOW. The U.S. intelligence assessment was first reported by The Washington Post. Lebanon's civil defense agency said ...

MS NOW  ∙  June 21, 2026


Spanish PM's wife to face corruption trial, travel banned - MSN
Sources close to Gómez told El País she plans to appeal the precautionary measures. Under Spanish law, she retains the presumption of innocence until proven ...

MSN  ∙  June 21, 2026


Harry and Meghan plan first UK family trip in four years - MSN
Family and reconciliation hopes. Sources close to Harry say he hopes to use the trip to introduce Archie and Lilibet to their 'homeland' and 'wider family ...

MSN  ∙  June 21, 2026


Walkley judging chair Ben Butler in crisis over ABC 'kill' outburst
According to five sources with knowledge of the newsroom blow-up, ABC staff heard Butler having a heated phone conversation with the interstate colleague.

The Australian  ∙  June 21, 2026


Anthropic export ban shows need for AI regulation, experts say - CNN
Some have also questioned the severity of the jailbreak, which a source familiar with the situation said was first flagged to the government by Amazon.

CNN  ∙  June 21, 2026


How much Brooklyn Beckham earned from controversial family feud ...
A source familiar with the situation claims he was paid around one million US dollars. Brooklyn has dealt a new blow to his parents. Brooklyn has dealt a new ...

MSN  ∙  June 21, 2026


5 held over missing cousins in Kelantan - MSN
A family member of one of the victims, who declined to be identified, expressed gratitude after the two girls were rescued by police following their ...

MSN  ∙  June 21, 2026


A Ukrainian family built a community in Cleveland. Now, they face ...
Four years ago, Tamila noticed their 10-year-old son, whom they asked not to be named, wasn't growing physically as they expected he would. “His appetite ...

The Guardian  ∙  June 21, 2026


Cambodia cracked down on scams costing Americans billions. It ...
He asked not to be named for fear of reprisal. Sponsor Message. "I don't know how we will survive here," he wrote. Cambodia · scams. Facebook; Flipboard; Email ...

NPR  ∙  June 21, 2026


Investcorp Adds to Gulf M&A Boom With UK Deal Despite War
... asked not to be identified discussing confidential information. More From Bloomberg. Wes Streeting on June 16. Starmer Rival Streeting Ready to Trigger ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 21, 2026


Where Billionaires Summer, a Gardener Died in the Snow
... asked to remain anonymous because of the lawsuit. Image. Ms. Molin, of Hamptons Community Outreach,. The shelter later paid for a $300 one-way ticket back to ...

New York Times  ∙  June 21, 2026


Iran Halts US Talks in Switzerland After Trump Threat, Fars Reports
Fars said the talks being held in Switzerland were now in a state of uncertainty, citing an anonymous source. More From Bloomberg. Strait Of Hormuz Reopening ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 21, 2026


Starmer considers political future, could decide as soon as Monday
"Keir likes to think about things," the source said. Adding to the pressure on Starmer, U.S. President Donald Trump predicted on his Truth Social platform ...

CNBC  ∙  June 21, 2026


British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces challenges, mulls future
“Keir likes to think about things,” the source said. Starmer's unpopularity was laid bare by Labour's heavy losses in local elections in May, and polls of ...

USA Today  ∙  June 21, 2026


Renault Pushback on Nissan Board Picks Targets Creditor Mizuho
at the annual shareholders meeting on Tuesday, people with knowledge of the matter said. More From Bloomberg. Strait Of Hormuz Reopening Complicated By Mines ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 21, 2026


Trump threats shake up US-Iran talks in Switzerland on deal's details
The official requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the talks. Hezbollah leader wants Israeli forces out of Lebanon. Hezbollah leader Naim Kassem said ...

Chicago Tribune  ∙  June 21, 2026


US vice president JD Vance arriving in Switzerland to launch talks ...
The official requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the talks. Iran first wants to focus on Israeli strikes.

MSN  ∙  June 21, 2026


Haitian National Police inspector general kidnapped: 'No one is safe'
At least two police officers in the Delmas neighborhood were arrested in February on suspicion of involvement, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Washington Post  ∙  June 21, 2026


'Don't count on me to say bad words' - Live Updates - Politico
Fidgeting in his seat moments before kickoff, an Iranian-American man who declined to give his name sported a white T-shirt and black shorts and mulled his ...

Politico  ∙  June 21, 2026


Trump team just killed an investigation into the president's corruption
Five people with direct knowledge of the commutation claim that the Trump team did not want any probing into whether improper payments were made to commute ...

MSN  ∙  June 21, 2026


'Madder at Israelis than Iranians': Donald Trump reportedly in 'full ...
... people with direct knowledge of the conversations and another briefed on them. That suspicion appears to have sharpened his tone towards a long-standing US ...

MSN  ∙  June 21, 2026


Mideast Live Updates: New Round of U.S.-Iran Talks Underway in ...
U.S. officials anticipate the talks with Iran in Switzerland will continue through the night, according to an official speaking on the condition of anonymity to ...

New York Times  ∙  June 21, 2026


Trump's post that British prime minister 'will resign' stuns some in U.K.
Speaking on the condition of anonymity because she wasn't authorized to discuss the matter publicly, she added that Starmer “no longer has the confidence ...

Washington Post  ∙  June 21, 2026


3 arrested after failed robbery attempt aboard bus, bullet strikes Red ...
A woman riding the bus at the time, who did not wish to be identified, described the scene to WGN-TV. “Three young males hopped on the bus, sat on the back ...

MSN  ∙  June 21, 2026


The Latest: Iran says 'major progress' to end Lebanon war during talks
The diplomat, who insisted on anonymity to detail private discussions, said the Iranians remained in the talks contrary to some reports, and said that much ...

Washington Post  ∙  June 21, 2026


Germany, KNDS Family Owners Agree on Stake Sale Ahead of IPO
Families that own half of tankmaker KNDS NV agreed to sell a 40% stake to the German government, according to people familiar with the matter, paving the ...

Bloomberg  ∙  June 21, 2026


Prince William honoured with family tributes on 44th birthday - MSN
Sources close to both the King and William, however, insist their relationship is 'incredibly positive' and unchanged. Observers noted a lack of warmth ...

MSN  ∙  June 21, 2026


'A Literal Coverup': What Is the Kennedy Center Hiding Behind ...
To the president's supporters, the situation is “a lot of hoopla over nothing” as one theatergoer, who declined to give her name, said this week. To his ...

New York Times  ∙  June 20, 2026


A founder of Assassin's Creed maker Ubisoft killed in a plane crash ...
The official spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to be publicly named. Local media said both people aboard were killed ...

Washington Post  ∙  June 20, 2026


US and Iran to talk Sunday in Switzerland as Tehran says it closed ...
The official said that Hezbollah would commit to a ceasefire if Israel does. An Israeli military official, speaking on condition of anonymity in line with ...

Washington Post  ∙  June 20, 2026


Iran's military command says Strait of Hormuz is closed again - CNBC
The official spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak publicly. There was no immediate Israeli comment. Earlier Saturday, Israeli ...

CNBC  ∙  June 20, 2026


Insider reveals Trump in full panic over war restarting - MSN
... people with direct knowledge of the matter and another person briefed on it tell Zeteo,” the outlet reported. Cardiologist Warns: "Avoid Bottled Water At ...

MSN  ∙  June 20, 2026


Big 12 keeps Brendan Sorsby lawsuit active amid draft questions
The ​league's board of directors is expected to meet early ⁠next week to discuss its options. "We don't know the answer to ​those questions," the source said. " ...

Reuters  ∙  June 20, 2026


Vance, Iranians in Switzerland for first talks, overshadowed by ...
The source said the waterway would also remain closed until waivers allowing the sale of Iranian oil were ​issued. RENEWED BLOCKADE COULD SEE OIL PRICES ...

Reuters  ∙  June 20, 2026


Why is there fighting in Lebanon and does it threaten the Iran deal?
On Friday, a diplomat with knowledge of the matter told CNN that Iran asked for guarantees that hostilities in Lebanon will end before it resumes talks with the ...

CNN  ∙  June 20, 2026


'Agonizing for Everyone': After IVF Mix-up, Birthing Couple Keeps Baby
The girl's genetic parents have given up their claim to her, according to their lawyer, Rob Marcereau. (The couple have said they did not want to be named ...

New York Times  ∙  June 20, 2026


'There was panic': shock and horror in the Bedfordshire village next ...
In total 100 people were injured. One Elstow local, who did not want to be named, was in the car with her daughter near the crash site when it became clear “ ...

The Guardian  ∙  June 20, 2026


UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer set to resign after Labour Party turns ...
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly set to resign Monday, though sources close to him contend he's focused on the job.

New York Post  ∙  June 20, 2026


Spanish PM's wife faces corruption charges, passport seized - The Hill
She is expected to appeal the conditions imposed by the judge, according to Spanish newspaper El País, which sited sources close to the prime mister's wife.

The Hill  ∙  June 20, 2026


Spanish premier Sanchez's wife must stand trial on ... - Reuters
El Pais newspaper cited sources close to Gomez as saying she would appeal ‌against ⁠the conditions imposed by the judge, including the withdrawal of her ...

Reuters  ∙  June 20, 2026


German commission proposes older retirement age and ... - Reuters
... sources familiar with the matter said on Saturday, as Europe's largest economy ​addresses an ageing population and ​creaking public finances.

Reuters  ∙  June 20, 2026