Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Silent maniac stabs man in back on NYC street, victim warns 'this ...
The victim – who did not want his name used – had just finished work and was walking at the corner of Eighth Avenue and West 49th Street, bound for the Port ...

New York Post  ∙  October 15, 2025


Microsoft to avoid French antitrust investigation as rival says its ...
It is expected to issue its decision in the next two weeks, though the timing may still change, people with direct knowledge of the matter said. Microsoft ...

Reuters  ∙  October 15, 2025


Billy Napier's Firing at Florida Imminent After AD's Meeting With ...
... people with direct knowledge of the situation told USA TODAY Sports," Hayes wrote. "The people, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to protect the ...

Newsweek  ∙  October 15, 2025


Nutjob slaps 2 young kids in unhinged tantrum near NYC's High ...
... sources said. The attacker – described as an “emotionally disturbed person ... The young victims were not related – one is a New Yorker and the other from a ...

New York Post  ∙  October 15, 2025


NBC News Cuts About 7% of Staff - The New York Times
No anchors will be affected by the cuts, according to two people familiar with the matter. Affected employees, who are getting 60 days' notice, will receive ...

New York Times  ∙  October 15, 2025


China Accessed Classified UK Systems for a Decade, Officials Say ...
Chinese hackers accessed classified UK computer systems for more than a decade, people familiar with the matter said, as the British government published ...

Bloomberg  ∙  October 15, 2025


NBC News lays off 150 employees amid ratings declines and cable ...
The cuts are also attributed to the spinoff of cable networks MSNBC and CNBC, according to a person briefed on the plans who was not authorized to comment.

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Reeves revives plan to cut cash ISA despite backlash
A person close to the process said the Treasury was considering a £10,000 annual cash ISA limit, higher than the £5,000 previously suggested by industry figures ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Scoop: Dems plot Fetterman ouster
Between the lines: A person close to Deluzio said he would take a "good look" at a Senate bid if Fetterman declines to run for reelection. Deluzio, who ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Housing targets could be derailed if cash Isa limit is cut – building ...
A person close to the process said the Treasury was considering a £10,000 annual cash Isa limit, the Financial Times reported. Should You Leave Assets to ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


What's really going on in the Katy Perry-Trudeau love story? Source ...
A source close to the singer said that when Perry first went out with Trudeau, she was not looking to date, but the pair stayed in touch. “They have many ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Government 'doing everything' to overturn Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban ...
A source close to Mahmood told the BBC that "this is categorically untrue". "The first time the home secretary knew that the fans were being banned was last ...

BBC  ∙  October 15, 2025


Why Portland ICE protesters are showing up dressed as giant ...
Jordy, a livestreamer who asked to be identified only by his first name due to concerns about harassment from counter-protesters, was inspired by online ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Chinese autonomous driving firm WeRide taps banks for Hong Kong ...
The sources did not wish to be identified as the matter was private. Some U.S.-listed Chinese companies are seeking to raise capital via secondary listings ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Beloved Instagram dogs account lashes out at ICE after tragic ...
The family allege that the agent responsible then hid from them and refused to give his name.

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Braving Trump, Apple's Tim Cook promises to boost China investment
A Shanghai-based government affairs consultant, who requested anonymity because he was not authorised to speak with media, said US companies are wary of ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Bangladesh: Fire breaks out at a garments factory in Dhaka, 16 dead
The death toll in the blaze is likely to rise, a fire official, who did not want to be named, told Xinhua. The cause of the fire is still not known. In 2013 ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Fmr. federal workers consider leaving DMV, government field amidst ...
Personally, I'm leaving the country because I can't do it,” the woman who did not want to be identified said. She held a government role for 15 years. Adam ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Couple says fender-bender led to gas station shooting
The couple, still shaken by what happened, did not want to be identified. They said they were backing out of their parking spot at the Exxon in the 5100 ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


USA Today: Prominent boosters ready for UF to move on from Billy ...
... people with direct knowledge of the situation told USA TODAY Sports.” Should You Leave Assets to Your Children in a Trust or as a Gift? Ad. SmartAsset.

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Billy Napier Development Emerges Amid Firing Rumors
... people with direct knowledge of the situation told USA TODAY Sports." Florida Gators head ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Kenyans swarm home of fallen 'hero' Raila Odinga
"They are enjoying the fruits of our leader," smiled an Odinga aide, who declined to give her name. She sat on a plastic chair in the garden of her "king ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


The Keith Urban Divorce Rumor That's Too Crazy to Be True
People magazine has published dozens of Kidman-friendly divorce stories citing an anonymous source. Names are always better but at least they've talked to ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Exclusive-Japan's Rakuten weighing US IPO of credit card business ...
The sources declined to be named as the information is not public. Expand article logo Continue reading. What Is a Family Trust, and How Do You Set One Up ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Billy Napier's firing at Florida imminent after AD's meeting with ...
... people with direct knowledge of the situation told USA TODAY Sports,” Hayes wrote. Little-Known Things That Could Help With Bills If You're On Social ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Microsoft to avoid French antitrust investigation as rival says its ...
It is expected to issue its decision in the next two weeks, though the timing may still change, people with direct knowledge of the matter said. Microsoft ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


WIC food program receives $300M to keep running during ...
The people declined to be named because they were not authorized to share details from the call. Mortgage Rates Plunge to a 3-Year Low. Finally Time to Refi ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Key muni market website reportedly hobbled by ransomware attack
The service has been out of service for several days, due to the attack, Bloomberg News reported, citing people familiar with the matter. The service is ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Air India is said to weigh major expansion with up to 300 additional ...
... people familiar with the matter. The talks build...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Hamas Launches Crackdown In Gaza, Executes Alleged ...
... asked not to be named in full for fear of retribution. Explosions And Arrests. Another Gaza resident, Mohammed, told AFP: "For long hours this morning there ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Why Is Kevin Costner Hunting for Sunken Treasure?
According to Page Six, a source close to the former Yellowstone star says ... wait for it ... “Kevin Costner is on a deep-sea diving binge to discover ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


TriMet spends $75,000 on employee appreciation event amid ...
... declined to provide her last name. However, Oregon House Republican leader Lucetta Elmer (R-McMinville) said that the agency needs to be more accountable ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


Florida head coach Billy Napier's firing imminent after AD's booster ...
... people with direct knowledge of the situation told USA TODAY Sports.” This is according to reporting by Matt Hayes of USA TODAY. Expand article logo ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


WIC food program receives $300M to keep running during ... - MSN
The people declined to be named because they were not authorized to share details from the call. Tariff revenue supports many USDA programs. The law permits ...

MSN  ∙  October 15, 2025


National grooming gangs inquiry stalls over remit wrangles and lack ...
Judges and lawyers appear to be reluctant to head the inquiry, a source said. Officials are said to be working to appoint a chair who will then play a ...

The Guardian  ∙  October 14, 2025


Janet Mills formally launches bid to unseat Sen. Susan Collins
... a person close to the governor told The Hill, noting her accomplishments on things like expanding Medicaid access and abortion access. Democrats like ...

The Hill  ∙  October 14, 2025


How China and the U.S. Are Racing to De-Escalate the Trade War ...
A person close to Bessent said his latest engagement with Chinese officials, which came after Trump's 100% tariff threat, included the Treasury secretary ...

Wall Street Journal  ∙  October 14, 2025


Senate GOP sets up single vote to end government shutdown Tuesday
They have no cover,” said a Senate Republican aide. Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) filed a procedural motion last week to reconsider the ...

The Hill  ∙  October 14, 2025


Standard Bank Is Said to Be in Talk to Acquire Kenya's NCBA ...
... asked not to be identified as the information is still private. Chief executive officers from the two Kenyan banks - Joshua Oigara at Stanbic and John ...

Bloomberg  ∙  October 14, 2025


Goldman Kicks Off Post-Earnings Bond Sales with Five-Part Deal ...
Proceeds from the Goldman offering will be used for general corporate purposes, said the person, who asked not to be identified as the details are private.

Bloomberg  ∙  October 14, 2025


India Plans New Transport Authority to Fix Infrastructure Flaws ...
... asked not to be identified citing rules. The Cabinet clearance for the proposal may take three to six months, they said. The world's most-populous nation is ...

Bloomberg  ∙  October 14, 2025


Standard Bank Is in Talks to Acquire Kenya's NCBA Group ...
... asked not to be identified as the information is still private. Chief executive officers from the two Kenyan banks — Joshua Oigara at Stanbic and John ...

Bloomberg  ∙  October 14, 2025


Clans and armed groups challenging Hamas in Gaza | Reuters
According to a source close to Abu Shabab, his group has recruited hundreds of fighters by offering attractive salaries. Hamas accuses him of collaborating ...

Reuters  ∙  October 14, 2025


PayPay valuation could exceed $20 billion in planned US IPO ...
PayPay declined to comment. The sources declined to be named as the information is not public, and cautioned that deliberations are continuing and factors ...

CNBC  ∙  October 14, 2025


Exclusive: PayPay valuation could exceed $20 billion in planned ...
The sources declined to be named as the information is not public, and cautioned that deliberations are continuing and factors including valuation remain ...

Reuters  ∙  October 14, 2025


Emirates NBD in advanced talks for stake in India's RBL Bank ...
Both sources declined to be identified as they are not authorised to speak to the media. The talks were first reported by two Indian financial media outlets ...

Reuters  ∙  October 14, 2025


Indian regulator open to Emirates NBD purchasing a stake in RBL ...
Both the sources declined to be identified as the discussions are private. Reuters reported in June that the RBI was considering possible rule changes to ...

Reuters  ∙  October 14, 2025


Emirates NBD in 'advanced talks' for stake in India's RBL Bank
Both sources declined to be identified as they are not authorised to speak to the media. The talks were first reported by two Indian financial media outlets ...

MSN  ∙  October 14, 2025


India, EU Close to Resolving Clearing House Oversight Dispute ...
... with the European Securities and Markets Authority over regulatory oversight of local clearing agencies, according to a person familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  October 14, 2025


Germany to allow retirees to earn €2,000 a month tax-free
... according to a person familiar with the matter. The so-called active pension plan, a Merz campaign pledge, is expected to be approved by his coalition with ...

Financial Times  ∙  October 14, 2025