Anonymous Source Tracker

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


An Afghan national is identified as suspect in National Guard ...
I mean, I couldn't really tell if it was a rifle or a pistol, but some type of big caliber,” said Patrick, who declined to give his last name.

CNN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Indian regulators in talks to review curbs on currency derivatives ...
The sources declined to be named as the discussions are private in nature. Emails to SEBI and RBI sent on Wednesday were not answered. The dwindling volumes ...

Reuters  ∙  November 27, 2025


Hong Kong just suffered its deadliest fire in decades. Survivors are ...
On Wednesday night, one resident who declined to be named said no authorities came knocking to tell her to evacuate when the fire began at a nearby block.

CNN  ∙  November 27, 2025


India's ICICI Prudential Asset to launch IPO in 2nd week of ...
The sources declined to be identified as regulator's nod is not public yet. Advertisement · Scroll to continue. A spokesperson for ICICI Prudential declined ...

Reuters  ∙  November 27, 2025


Document adds to questions about restrictions on Lachman fire mop ...
A state official who declined to be identified said California State Parks does not actively engage in fire suppression or have command and control over ...

LA Times  ∙  November 27, 2025


ICICI Prudential Asset to launch IPO in 2nd week of December ...
The sources declined to be identified as regulator's nod is not public yet. The Radiation Risk That's Hiding in Your Pocket Right Now (And How To Stop It).

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


India's ICICI Prudential Asset to launch IPO in 2nd week of ...
The sources declined to be identified as regulator's nod is not public yet. Mortgage Rates Fall Off a Cliff to a 3-Year Low. Finally Time to Refi? Ad.

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Couple Defies '1 in Two Trillion' Odds to Win Top Scratch-Off Prizes ...
The husband and wife chose to remain anonymous but shared statements with lottery officials. They said that with two kids at home — ages 11 months and 5 ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Rift in ruling NDA in Puducherry? BJP MLAs criticise NR Congress ...
A senior minister from the party, who did not want to be named, told ThePrint, “These are routine accusations and counter-accusations between parties ahead of ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


SEC investigates Jefferies over First Brands collapse, report says
The Financial Times, citing people with knowledge of the matter, said the regulator is looking into whether Jefferies gave investors enough information on ...

CNBC  ∙  November 27, 2025


Man City sources reveal 'surprise' at Savinho transfer stance as ...
Some sources close to Man City were surprised at the way the club refused to consider letting him leave for £70m when Tottenham came knocking in the summer.

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Chinese tech giants may have found a way to bypass US blockade ...
The Financial Times, citing sources close to the matter, reported that companies such as Alibaba and TikTok parent ByteDance have been training their latest ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Key Clues: Are Ariana Grande and Ethan Slater Really Still Together?
However, despite the lack of recent paparazzi shots or loud social media declarations, sources close to the couple insist they are definitely still together.

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


National Guard soldiers shot in 'targeted' attack near White House ...
The DHS did not include other details of his immigration record, but a Trump administration official who spoke on condition of anonymity said Lakanwal ...

Reuters  ∙  November 27, 2025


Refugee groups worry about backlash after shooting of National ...
... on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the situation. He applied for asylum during the Biden administration and his asylum was approved this ...

ABC News  ∙  November 27, 2025


Here's a Look at the D.C. Shooting Suspect's C.I.A.-Backed Unit in ...
Lakanwal was assigned to the 03 unit, according to an Afghan intelligence official, speaking on condition of anonymity because he wasn't allowed to comment ...

New York Times  ∙  November 27, 2025


Trump administration orders 500 more National Guard troops to DC ...
... on condition of anonymity. "We are in ongoing contact with federal officials as the investigation continues," Gov Patrick Morrisey said. Law enforcement was ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Hong Kong tower fire toll rises to 128, more arrests made
Another resident, who did not want to be identified, said a friend's wife was among those unaccounted for. "Rationally speaking, it means there's no hope ...

CNBC  ∙  November 27, 2025


Woman found dead in Ondo hotel, police hunt male companion
A hotel source who requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the issue told our correspondent that both individuals arrived together earlier in the day, ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Presidential request: 'Rush Hour 4' will be distributed by Paramount ...
Paramount Pictures on Tuesday was in closing talks to distribute the film, according to a person close to the negotiations who requested anonymity because they ...

Washington Times  ∙  November 27, 2025


Mexico's Attorney General Seen Losing His Job Amid Fuel Scandal ...
Both requested anonymity as they're not allowed to discuss the issue in public. His replacement would mark the second major change in Sheinbaum's one-year ...

Bloomberg  ∙  November 27, 2025


Trump urges court to keep National Guard in DC after shooting
An Army official, speaking on background, told Axios the order had been received and the branch had plans to "rapidly execute" what Trump asked for. State ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Trump urged Japan to avoid escalation in China dispute, sources say
... sources with knowledge of the matter said, as he aims to keep a fragile trade war truce with Beijing. Takaichi touched off the biggest diplomatic dispute ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Afghans say last path to safety shuts as US halts visas after DC ...
Another applicant for U.S. resettlement living in Pakistan, a 40-year-old former civil servant from Kabul who declined to give his name for security reasons ...

Reuters  ∙  November 27, 2025


Kast, the favorite to win Chile's presidential runoff, could limit ...
The source said further restrictions, such as restricting sales of the commonly used morning-after pill - which could prevent women and girls obtaining it ...

Reuters  ∙  November 27, 2025


Ottawa clears Anglo's proposed acquisition of Teck Resources on ...
The source said Ottawa did not contact Anglo to extend the review. Anglo declined to comment. Even though the Teck deal has cleared the national security ...

The Globe and Mail  ∙  November 27, 2025


Exclusive: New Zealand navy ship made rare transit through Taiwan ...
The source said that during the sailing, Chinese ships and aircraft monitored the Aotearoa, with Chinese jets carrying out simulated attacks. The Chinese ...

Reuters  ∙  November 27, 2025


New law could fine Netflix $975m for Australian content failure | The ...
... the source said. Screen Producers Australia chief executive Matthew Deaner told NewsWire the new law was a “milestone” for the industry. “Today is a ...

The Australian  ∙  November 27, 2025


Armani to Name New Board as Founder's Heirs Reset Fashion Group
... new board as the Italian fashion group rebuilds its leadership team following the death of its founder, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  November 27, 2025


Afghan national identified as suspect in National Guardsmen ...
I mean, I couldn't really tell if it was a rifle or a pistol, but some type of big caliber,” said Patrick, who declined to give his last name.

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


China's Anta considers bid for German sportswear rival Puma amid ...
Hong Kong-listed Anta has been working with an adviser to evaluate a bid for Puma, said the people who asked not to be identified because the information was ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Pininfarina is designing a phone again, but can it erase the past?
... an anonymous source speaking to Notebookcheck.net. It's not clear how long the partnership deal will last. It's certainly very intriguing, and if the ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Joe Biden Let In Suspected Afghan National Guard Shooter
... a source familiar with the situation told the Daily Caller News Foundation. Lakanwal allegedly shot the National Guardsmen in the head with a revolver at ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


ECB examines allegations of Deutsche Bank understating balance ...
... Financial Times reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. Mortgage Rates Fall Off a Cliff to a 3-Year Low. Finally Time to Refi? Ad. LendingTree.

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Sempio says innocent, report his DNA under Poggi's nails
Sources close to Sempio said he was "bitter" about the findings of the expert report being leaked before it was filed in view of a hearing on December 18 ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Elon Musk's new political party isn't happening
In July, Musk then announced “the America Party“, which he hoped would appeal to voters disillusioned by Democrats and Republicans. But sources close to Musk ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


China's tech giants move AI model training overseas to tap Nvidia ...
... people with direct knowledge of the matter. Reuters could not immediately verify the report. Nvidia declined to comment on the report. The Radiation Risk ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


Trump urged Japan's Takaichi not to aggravate China dispute ...
... sources with knowledge of the matter said, as he tries to preserve a fragile trade war truce with Beijing. Takaichi touched off the biggest diplomatic ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


RBI & Sebi n talks to review curbs on currency derivatives: Reports
The sources declined to be named as the discussions are private in nature. Emails to SEBI and RBI sent on Wednesday were not answered. The dwindling volumes ...

MSN  ∙  November 27, 2025


How the U.S. Drafted a Russia-Friendly Peace Plan for Ukraine - WSJ
Zelensky held a second call with Umerov and Witkoff that weekend, a person familiar with the matter said. “We continuously conduct consultations, and we are ...

Wall Street Journal  ∙  November 26, 2025


Angola to roll over $1 billion JPMorgan debt facility, finance ministry ...
The southern African nation will seek to lower the interest rate of the facility when it is extended, said the official, who did not want to be named ...

Reuters  ∙  November 26, 2025


Antonee Robinson's return nears after knee injury threatened U.S. ...
A source familiar with the situation, who did not want to be named to protect professional relationships, said that at times the player has been worried his ...

New York Times  ∙  November 26, 2025


After WBRC Investigation, Alabama Power proposes rate freeze ...
On Tuesday, Alabama Power sought to schedule a meeting with WBRC's news director and general manager to speak off the record to discuss “how to work together ...

MSN  ∙  November 26, 2025


Live updates: Washington DC shooting targets National Guardsmen ...
... officials briefed on the matter told CNN. Authorities ran the fingerprints of the man in custody and that's how they got the initial name, one official ...

CNN  ∙  November 26, 2025


Suspect identified as 2 National Guard members remain in critical ...
Multiple law enforcement officials briefed on the matter told CNN the shooter's initial identification matches a man from Washington state who applied for ...

CNN  ∙  November 26, 2025


Several people shot in Washington, DC, including at least one ...
Multiple law enforcement officials briefed on the matter later told CNN the FBI believes they've identified the suspect. The officials said the shooter's ...

MSN  ∙  November 26, 2025


Endorser-in-chief Trump keeps his powder dry over 2026 primaries
A GOP strategist, speaking on background, said Collins is widely viewed as the strongest contender in the field and is likely getting a close look from Trump's ...

Washington Examiner  ∙  November 26, 2025


Aegon Said to Explore Divestments to Bolster Focus on US Market ...
... with knowledge of the matter with knowledge of the matter. Aegon could also consider selling its 51% stake in a joint venture with Banco Santander SA ...

Bloomberg  ∙  November 26, 2025


China buys atleast 10 cargoes of U.S. soybeans after Trump-Xi call ...
... with knowledge of the matter. These cargoes are scheduled for January shipment from U.S. Gulf Coast and Pacifi...

MSN  ∙  November 26, 2025


Hillhouse in $7 billion fundraising as Asia private equity revives ...
Hillhouse Investment has launched fundraising for its next private equity fund targeting $7 billion, two sources with knowledge of the matter said, ...

Reuters  ∙  November 26, 2025