Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Volkswagen ordered to face "dieselgate" trial in Paris: report - MSN
Volkswagen (VWAGY) faces allegations of deceit “concerning goods that endanger human and animal health,” a source close to the litigation said. The trial dates ...

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


VW Faces Dieselgate Trial in Paris Over Alleged Deceit, AFP Says
... a source close to the case it didn't identify. The Paris court is expected to discuss trial dates in December, suggesting hearings wouldn't begin until at ...

Bloomberg  ∙  February 14, 2026


Knicks won't hang NBA Cup banner after all - MSN
The Knicks will recognize the victory at its next home game on Friday, but is keeping its focus on winning an NBA championship in the summer, a source close to ...

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


Janet Jackson's estranged husband Wissam Al Mana ... - ABC News
Earlier this month, a source close to Jackson, 50, confirmed to ABC News that she was splitting from Al Mana after five years of marriage. The source added ...

ABC News  ∙  February 14, 2026


Tom Cruise, Katie Holmes to Divorce - ABC News
A source close to Cruise told ABC News that Holmes' filing came as a "complete surprise," as was her asking for "sole custody" of Suri. This was Holmes's ...

ABC News  ∙  February 14, 2026


Mavericks' GM search a chance for Patrick Dumont to quiet any ...
When The Athletic asked a source close to Mavericks ownership if Adelson and Dumont were considering selling a little more than two years after purchasing ...

New York Times  ∙  February 14, 2026


️Drama at Madrid, Bellingham could be facing a more serious injury
As reported by The Athletic, the player is said to have told a source close to the club that his time out could be between six and eight weeks. If confirmed ...

None  ∙  February 14, 2026


A 73-year-old West Palm Beach man fought off an intruder who ...
The man, who asked that his name not be used for this story, showed a WPBF 25 News crew how the suspect got into his home. Sign up for our Newsletters. "He ...

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


Relatives of Iranian regime victim join London march calling for ...
His aunt, Farah, who wouldn't give her name out of fear for family still living in the country, told the Daily Mail '[Hosseini] was fighting for freedom and ...

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


US and Iran set to hold second round of nuclear talks in Geneva on ...
... sources with knowledge. Why it matters: While President Trump said he prefers a diplomatic solution and wants to reach a deal with Iran, he has also ordered ...

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


What to know about the counter-drone technology that ... - MSN
... a source familiar with the situation told AP that the laser was deployed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection without coordinating with the FAA. Expand ...

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


250,000 at rally in Germany demand 'game over' for Iran's leaders
We don't like them, we don't accept them," said Riana, a 40-year-old doctor in Germany who declined to give her last name out of concern for her family's safety ...

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


Hamas to discuss demilitarization, NCAG with Egyptian mediators in ...
... a source with knowledge of the matter told Sky News Arabia on Thursday. Should You Leave Assets to Your Children in a Trust or as a Gift? Ad. SmartAsset.

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


Iran regime change could be 'best thing', says Trump - MSN
A source briefed on the matter told that U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will hold negotiations with Iran on Tuesday in Geneva, with ...

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


Former Angels infielder Luis Rengifo agrees to join Brewers - MSN
... Milwaukee Brewers, according to a person familiar with the situation. Should You Leave Assets to Your Children in a Trust or as a Gift? Ad. SmartAsset.

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball unharmed after car crash
A person familiar with the situation, who spoke anonymously as they were not authorised to discuss the details, confirmed Ball was not injured. A police ...

None  ∙  February 14, 2026


VIP flying norms under review after Ajit Pawar's death in Baramati ...
“There have been cases where landings were concluded despite poor visibility,” an official close to the matter said. Side Sleepers Get Achy Shoulders, Few ...

MSN  ∙  February 14, 2026


Closing of El Paso Airspace Adds to Tension Between F.A.A. and ...
... on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the decisions. Advertisement. SKIP ADVERTISEMENT. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth ...

New York Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


U.S. Aircraft Carrier Will Be Sent to the Middle East From Venezuela ...
The ship's crew was informed of the decision on Thursday, according to four U.S. officials who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not ...

New York Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


Communications breakdown over El Paso airspace closure sparks ...
And so that's what they did,” one of the senior administration officials said. Outrage from local elected officials. Area lawmakers from El Paso — with a ...

None  ∙  February 13, 2026


How a Pencil-Purchasing U.S. Bureaucrat Ended Up Shaking ...
... senior administration officials said. As FAS commissioner, Gruenbaum leads government purchasing of supplies like software, office furniture and vehicles ...

Wall Street Journal  ∙  February 13, 2026


Here's the crude email exchange with Jeffrey Epstein that ended ...
“It's so sad what happened to her because when all is said and done she didn't do anything wrong but talk to this guy,” said a person close to her. “And ...

New York Post  ∙  February 13, 2026


How Lindsey Graham maintains his alliance with Trump - NBC News
... a person close to the senator who, like others in this article, requested anonymity to speak candidly. Graham announced the administration's support for ...

NBC News  ∙  February 13, 2026


US intel chief Gabbard says claim she hid whistleblower complaint a ...
... a person close to Trump The post US intel chief Gabbard says claim she hid whistleblower complaint a 'blatant lie' appeared first on The Times of Israel.

MSN  ∙  February 13, 2026


Paramount Skydance has been frantically begging activist investors ...
... a person close to the media company says. PSKY, meanwhile, recently sweetened its offer, albeit minimally, to include money for a $2.8 billion breakup fee ...

New York Post  ∙  February 13, 2026


South Carolina's Mark Sanford eyes a comeback - Axios
Former South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford is considering three paths to political redemption — a run for his old House seat, a campaign for the governor's ...

Axios  ∙  February 13, 2026


Top aides to RFK Jr. will leave posts - POLITICO
... a person familiar with the personnel decision granted anonymity to discuss the moves. “They are being offered jobs within the administration but will not be ...

Politico  ∙  February 13, 2026


Former Angels infielder Luis Rengifo agrees to terms with Brewers ...
A person familiar with the situation says ormer Los Angeles Angels infielder Luis Rengifo has agreed to terms on a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the ...

Washington Post  ∙  February 13, 2026


Shelby Miller agrees to $2.5 million, 2-year contract with the ...
Shelby Miller is joining the Chicago Cubs, according to a person familiar with the situation, after the pitcher had major elbow surgery in October. Miller ...

Washington Post  ∙  February 13, 2026


'It was like watching an Under-9s game' - Yahoo Sports
Two weeks ago, an anonymous source was quoted by The Athletic as saying there was "irritation" at boardroom level over criticism being directed at Fabian ...

None  ∙  February 13, 2026


War-Weary Israel Faces Growing Exodus of Skilled Elite - Bloomberg
“The war was the straw that broke the camel's back,” says the 34-year-old, who asked to be identified only by her first name, saying she was already worn ...

Bloomberg  ∙  February 13, 2026


Bad Bunny, Super Bowl halftime show just had a brush with the FCC
... a person with direct knowledge of the matter. The agency is said to have shelved any additional scrutiny barring further evidence, this person added ...

New York Post  ∙  February 13, 2026


Senate Democrats block bill for Department of Homeland Security ...
... a person with direct knowledge of the group's plans tells NBC News. Fairshake and its affiliated partners have more than $193 million in the bank for the ...

NBC News  ∙  February 13, 2026


Newsom stop in key presidential primary state sparks more 2028 ...
A New Hampshire-based Democratic strategist who asked to remain anonymous to speak more freely shared that he and other activists in the state for months ...

Fox News  ∙  February 13, 2026


Exclusive: White House uses USAID funds for budget ... - Reuters
A person familiar with the matter said that Vought's security detail comprises more than one dozen U.S. Marshals, which Reuters could not independently confirm.

Reuters  ∙  February 13, 2026


Trump Trade Team Working to Scale Back Scope of Metals Tariffs
... find difficult to calculate and the European Union wants reined in as part of its pending trade deal with the US, a person familiar with the matter said.

Bloomberg  ∙  February 13, 2026


Sanofi's new CEO needs to fix drug pipeline and navigate Trump
"She knows the house, don't underestimate the importance of that," said the person, who also asked not to be named. CLINICAL BACKGROUND, BUT HOW LONG WILL ...

Reuters  ∙  February 13, 2026


OpenAI Tapped for Voice Control Tech in US Drone Swarm Challenge
All of the people asked not to be named to discuss sensitive matters that aren't public. The effort is part of a $100 million Pentagon prize challenge ...

Bloomberg  ∙  February 13, 2026


AI startup Cohere tops revenue target as momentum builds to IPO
... asked not to be named because the discussions are confidential. And they have not been shy about their ambitions to win in the enterprise market. Read more ...

CNBC  ∙  February 13, 2026


More Dark Tankers Arrive at India Scrapyards as Trade Expands
... asked not to be named as deal details are confidential. The sales could amount to more than $110 million, according to Bloomberg calculations based on ship ...

Bloomberg  ∙  February 13, 2026


First Brands Mulls Placing Some Units Into Chapter 7 Liquidation
... asked not to be named discussing private information. The talks are still preliminary and no final decision has been made about the Chapter 7 route. A ...

Bloomberg  ∙  February 13, 2026


OpenAI Tapped for Voice Control Tech in US Drone Swarm Trial
All of the people asked not to be named to discuss sensitive matters that aren't public.

Bloomberg  ∙  February 13, 2026


ByteDance in talks to sell gaming unit Moonton for more than $6 ...
The sources declined to be named as they were not authorised to speak to the media. ByteDance, Moonton and Savvy Games did not immediately respond to ...

Reuters  ∙  February 13, 2026


Donald Trump plans to roll back tariffs on metal and aluminium goods
One European business leader, who declined to be named, said they knew of a company that had sent four identical containers of machinery to the US and was ...

Financial Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


Who will police Gaza, and how? - NPR
... declined to be named, citing professional risk. Israel wants to incorporate Gaza clans it worked with into a future police force, according to the European ...

NPR  ∙  February 13, 2026


Exclusive-ByteDance in talks to sell gaming unit Moonton for more ...
The sources declined to be named as they were not authorised to speak to the media. ByteDance, Moonton and Savvy Games did not immediately respond to ...

Yahoo Finance  ∙  February 13, 2026


How Minnesota's Singing Resistance is expanding across the nation
The group has attracted Minnesotans who haven't participated in political organizing before, organizers said.

Axios  ∙  February 13, 2026


Broker Clear Street postpones IPO as AI fears roil US stocks
A person close to Clear Street said crypto deals accounted for about 10 per cent of the company's roughly $1bn in revenues last year. Copyright The ...

Financial Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


Iran Turns to Digital Surveillance Tools to Track Down Protesters
The authorities' hope was to hunt down the “leaders of the riots” and arrest them, according to the government security official, who declined to be identified.

New York Times  ∙  February 13, 2026


OPEC+ leans towards resumption in oil output increases from April ...
All three OPEC+ sources, who declined to be identified by name, said the eight members at the March 1 meeting were leaning towards a resumption in production ...

Reuters  ∙  February 13, 2026