Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Top US diplomat Rubio to meet with Pope Leo on Thursday, source ...
... asked not to be named as they were not authorised to ​speak on the matter. The Reuters Iran Briefing newsletter keeps you informed with the latest ...

Reuters  ∙  May 3, 2026


ICE at hospital: Masked agents drag man from medical center in ...
... a person with direct knowledge of the incident told amNewYork. The NYPD disputed this claim, however. The department told amNewYork that when cops arrived ...

MSN  ∙  May 3, 2026


Mittal family to acquire Rajasthan Royals for $1.65 billion with Adar ...
The deal was signed last night,” a person with direct knowledge of the development told Mint. As part of the new structure, Lakshmi Mittal, Aditya Mittal ...

MSN  ∙  May 3, 2026


Spirit says most customers refunded after abrupt shutdown - Reuters
A group of lenders ​pushed back against the ⁠proposal, which could erode the value of their positions, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters. A ...

Reuters  ∙  May 3, 2026


Nancy Guthrie update: Chilling new video shows 'masked man' in ...
This footage was recorded at approximately 11 p.m. on Wednesday, April 29. A neighbor, who chose to remain anonymous but shared the clip on the Ring app, ...

MSN  ∙  May 3, 2026


The House GOP is fed up with Mike Johnson: He "can't organize a ...
Many House Republicans who spoke to the publication chose to remain anonymous. They described Johnson as “f**ked” and as someone “who can't organize a one ...

MSN  ∙  May 3, 2026


UK military reports attack on bulk carrier near Strait of Hormuz - MSN
... anonymous sources familiar with the matter. The fragile ceasefire, which has lasted three weeks, appears to be holding, although Trump indicated on Saturday ...

MSN  ∙  May 3, 2026


Zoë Kravitz and Harry Styles engaged with dual wedding plans - MSN
Wedding plans tied to family connections. A source close to the couple shared that Kravitz may plan two weddings — one in London and another in downtown New ...

MSN  ∙  May 3, 2026


Manhattan's Redeye Grill to close after 30 years
A source said the 2020 lockdown and slower business that followed impacted Redeye more than the other Fireman places. A Vornado rep declined to comment ...

New York Post  ∙  May 3, 2026


Trump Says Iran 'Not Paid a Big Enough Price' as He's Given New ...
... an anonymous source. The U.S. government has warned any ships paying tolls to Tehran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz could be violating American ...

Newsweek  ∙  May 3, 2026


Spain demands release of Gaza flotilla activists 'held illegally' by Israel
His next hearing was scheduled for Tuesday, the source said, adding: “The Spanish government demands his immediate release.” On Saturday, Adalah said its ...

The Guardian  ∙  May 3, 2026


Skipper overturns on KZN beach as passenger goes overboard at ...
"Glenmore Beach, not for the faint-hearted." An eyewitness, who did not want to be named, told Briefly News that the skipper appeared to have mistimed the ...

MSN  ∙  May 3, 2026


Trump administration cites national security to halt US wind farm ...
... people close to the matter. The Reuters Power Up newsletter provides everything you need to know about the global energy industry. Sign up here. The ...

Reuters  ∙  May 3, 2026


Trump administration cites national security to widen clampdown on ...
... people close to the matter. Wind farms require routine approval from the defence department to ensure they do not interfere with radar systems. This ...

Financial Times  ∙  May 3, 2026


2 U.S. Service Members Are Missing After Military Exercise in Morocco
A U.S. military official, speaking on the condition of anonymity to discuss operational matters, said the two Army soldiers were out on an early evening ...

New York Times  ∙  May 3, 2026


Rubio to meet with Pope Leo amid Trump's clash with pontiff on Iran
... on the condition of anonymity to discuss the meeting before it had been made public. The State Department said Monday that Rubio would meet with the “Holy ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 3, 2026


E.E.O.C. Investigating Discrimination Claim at The New York Times
... people familiar with the matter said. The lawsuit, which could be filed as early as this week, would mark a rapid escalation of an investigation that had ...

New York Times  ∙  May 3, 2026


Man United great Alex Ferguson taken to hospital after feeling ...
... on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly. United coach Michael Carrick was unable to offer updates after the match ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 3, 2026


Rubio Plans Italy Visit After Trump's Clashes With Meloni, Pope
Rubio's staff sent details of his visit to Italian counterparts last week, the people said, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss advance planning.

Bloomberg  ∙  May 3, 2026


Packers make decisions on Chase Claypool, Isaiah Jacobs, tryout ...
None of them were signed, a source said. Claypool was the big name. The other eight were undrafted and unsigned free agents. Claypool was a fifth-year pro ...

MSN  ∙  May 3, 2026


How the $5bn Saudi bet on LIV Golf unravelled - Financial Times
A person close to the PIF also confirmed that it remained committed to Newcastle United, the English Premier League football club it bought in 2021. “LIV ...

Financial Times  ∙  May 2, 2026


Spirit Airlines prepares to cease operations overnight, sources say
... declined to be named declined to be named as the information ​is private, ​told Reuters late ...

Reuters  ∙  May 2, 2026


Spirit Airlines appears closer to a shutdown as time dwindles for a ...
They spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to disclose confidential information. There was no immediate word from Spirit Airlines ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 2, 2026


OPEC+ said to have agreed in principle to June quota hike - MSN
... sources familiar with the matter. According to two sources familiar with OPEC+'s plans, the decision ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


OPEC+ set for another oil output quota hike despite Hormuz closure
... sources said ahead of a policy meeting on Sunday. The seven members meeting on Sunday are Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Kuwait, Algeria, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Oman ...

CNBC  ∙  May 2, 2026


OPEC+ set for another oil output quota hike despite Hormuz closure ...
... sources said ahead of a policy meeting on Sunday. The Reuters Power Up newsletter provides everything you need to know about the global energy industry ...

Reuters  ∙  May 2, 2026


Air India CEO search narrows to Singapore Air exec Kannan and ...
The ⁠board of Tata Sons, the majority owner of the airline, is discussing both names, one ​of the sources said. No final decision has been taken and it is ...

Reuters  ∙  May 2, 2026


Experts on why Trump should not use 'Dark Eagle' missiles against ...
A source briefed on the matter said the Request for Forces outlines that Iranian launchers have been relocated beyond the strike range of the Precision ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


Ex-UC Bearcats QB Brendan Sorsby hires attorney to address ...
Sources close to the program also say UC would not have played someone who was involved in illegal gambling. Student-athletes can bet on anything that the ...

USA Today  ∙  May 2, 2026


Channing Tatum reacts quietly to Zoë Kravitz, Harry Styles ...
Sources close to Tatum say he has moved on and is focused on his relationship with model Inka Williams. MEAWW + 1. Channing Tatum 'surprised' but happy for ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


Rondo, Borrego among frontrunners for Pelicans' coaching job - MSN
Rajon Rondo, James Borrego, Darvin Ham and Steve Hetzel have emerged as the four frontrunners for the Pelicans' head coaching job, sources close to the ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


Sydney Sweeney goes Instagram official with Scooter Braun after ...
However, Star Magazine cited sources close to Sweeney blaming 'Hollywood wokesters' or jealousy for the decision. The cameo was designed to illustrate ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


Hegseth tightens control at Pentagon, defiant and more confident ...
Trump's combative defense secretary has grown more self-assured of his job security despite his early missteps in the role, people familiar with the matter ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 2, 2026


'Godspeed my friend': Inside the final hours of Spirit Airlines - CNBC
... person familiar with the matter. Bondholders sent a letter to Spirit's board, confirming that the end was near. Terminals go quiet. A self-check-in kiosk at ...

CNBC  ∙  May 2, 2026


Trump is running out of options to contain gas price backlash
On Tuesday, Trump met with energy executives at the White House, according to a White House official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to describe the ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 2, 2026


US stock bulls power longest weekly rally since 2024: Markets wrap
... officials briefed on the matter. Exxon Mobil Corp. and Chevron Corp. posted stronger-than-expected earnings as higher oil and natural gas prices outweighed ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


OPEC+ Provisionally Agrees June Quota Increase, Delegate Says
They asked not to be identified as the talks are private. Last week, three delegates said such a move was their expectation. More From Bloomberg. TRANSPORT ...

Bloomberg  ∙  May 2, 2026


US military reaches deals to use AI on classified systems
... according to a person familiar with the agreement who was not authorized to speak about it publicly. The language also said the AI tools must be used in ...

Chicago Tribune  ∙  May 2, 2026


Trump Forum Club speech draws protesters despite heat, traffic
Ann, a retired teacher who declined to give her last name as she stood near Okeechobee and Parker, said Trump was “a child” who didn't care what individual ...

USA Today  ∙  May 2, 2026


Spirit Airlines shuts down, canceling flights and stranding passengers
All flights canceled, rivals to benefit. A Spirit board meeting had ended without an agreement to rescue the company, a person close to the discussions told ...

USA Today  ∙  May 2, 2026


Spirit Airlines shuts down after oil price spike derailed restructuring ...
A Spirit board meeting had ended without an agreement to rescue the company, a person close to the discussions told Reuters late on Friday. “Unfortunately ...

The Globe and Mail  ∙  May 2, 2026


Spirit Airlines prepares to cease operations overnight, sources say
... declined to be named as the information is private, told Reuters late on Friday. One of the people said that Spirit board meeting ended without an agreement ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


Team Trump fears a Nancy Mace governorship - Axios
Their reward shouldn't be the governor's mansion," a source close to the White House tells Axios. The intrigue: South Carolina Republicans are watching ...

Axios  ∙  May 2, 2026


Spirit bailout talks said to have ceased with closure imminent - MSN
The carrier is preparing to cease operations around 3 a.m. Saturday New York time, said the people, who asked to remain anonymous because the information isn't ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


No bailout needed for other US low-cost airlines, Duffy says - MSN
They offered a counterproposal, according to a person familiar with the matter who asked to remain anonymous because the talks weren't public. But ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


I've likewise been advised by sources close to the - MSN
... sources close to the situation to regard Portland as a potential Davis suitor should it fall short in its Antetokounmpo pursuit. marcstein.substack.com. This ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


Microsoft, Amazon hand Pentagon more control over AI systems - MSN
... officials briefed on the matter. Nvidia Corp., Microsoft Corp., Reflection AI Inc. and Amazon.com Inc. have all newly struck agreements with the US Defense ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


Pete Hegseth 'emboldened' by firing of top military officials: report
A person with direct knowledge of the dismissal told The Post that the move was orchestrated within minutes of the leadership becoming aware of Phelan's ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


Spirit Airlines ceases operations after 34 years of service - MSN
According to a source familiar with the situation, preparations for a Saturday shutdown were underway, although officials from Spirit Airlines and the Trump ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026


Illegal party at French military site draws up to 40,000 ravers - MSN
... did not want to be named. Another partygoer, 19, also anonymous, said the turnout was "a strong message against repression". Around 600 police and 45 ...

MSN  ∙  May 2, 2026