Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Merck Taps US Investment-Grade Bond Market for Verona Purchase ...
Merck is marketing its sale in as many as six parts, including a 30-year bond, according to a person familiar with the matter. Initial price discussions for ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 2, 2025


EFG Hermes' ECM Head Khalpey Departs Amid Rush of Gulf ...
Ali Khalpey, who joined the firm in 2017, is set to take up a broader role at an international institution, a person familiar with the matter said. He'll ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 2, 2025


Pope Leo to host Israel's Herzog at Vatican with invitation origin at ...
After Pope Leo's inauguration, the new meeting was arranged in full coordination with the Vatican through diplomatic channels, the source said. The Israeli ...

Reuters  ∙  September 2, 2025


Pentagon facing its own Covid vaccine controversy | CNN Politics
“They need to set expectations,” the source said of the Pentagon and the military services. “In the absence of communication, people will think up their own ...

CNN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Jim Walden suspends campaign for NYC mayor: 'I cannot spend ...
“There's been a lot of internal bulls–t in this campaign to start,” the source said after the announcement, noting turmoil in his personal life. What do you ...

New York Post  ∙  September 2, 2025


Disney will pay $10M to settle children's privacy lawsuit with FTC
Illustration of a gavel with a block shaped like the Disney Mickey Mouse head logo. Illustration: Brendan Lynch/Axios. The Walt Disney Company on Tuesday said ...

Axios  ∙  September 2, 2025


Panthers cut Hunter Renfrow, now he's back as Week 1 starter: 'It's ...
Renfrow, who turns 30 in December, will earn $200,000 if he finishes with 40 catches and another $200,000 if he reaches 500 receiving yards, the source said.

New York Times  ∙  September 2, 2025


Insider Unveils Micah Parsons' Meeting With Jerry Jones - Newsweek
"[Parsons] called Stephen and asked can we do this, can we change the numbers and up the guarantee," the source said. "He started negotiating. He asked for ...

Newsweek  ∙  September 2, 2025


Chinese companies turn to generics as shipments behind US weight ...
The source said that for one Chinese manufacturer, supplying ingredients for compounded weight-loss drugs had been its biggest business. The manufacturer is ...

Yahoo Finance  ∙  September 2, 2025


US wants Europe to stop buying Russian oil, join proposed sanctions
“The US wants to see the Europeans step up in their support for Ukraine's security and prosperity after the war,” the source said, without detailing specifics.

New York Post  ∙  September 2, 2025


Saudi Prince Alwaleed in Talks with PIF to Acquire Al Hilal FC ...
... asked not to be identified discussing private information. Talks are still at too early a stage to determine the value of any potential deal and ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 2, 2025


Snoop Dogg's Rep Denies 'Lightyear' Instagram Apology Amid ...
“It is a fake,” an anonymous source stated. The “Lightyear” scene sparked wider debate, with producer Galyn Susman previously defending its inclusion. “We ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


How much gold will be enough to diversify China's reserves? | Reuters
A Chinese policy specialist involved in internal discussions, who declined to be named due to the sensitivity of the matter, told Reuters that China's gold ...

Reuters  ∙  September 2, 2025


Paul Offit, prominent RFK Jr. critic, blocked from FDA vaccine ...
The spokesman, who declined to be named, declined to identify the other members or committees. Offit's term on the Vaccines and Related Biological Products ...

Washington Post  ∙  September 2, 2025


Nestle plunged into crisis as CEO fired for hiding romance with ...
The new CEO needs to slim down the company, cut costs and above all reduce the headcount, said the investor who declined to be named due to the sensitivity of ...

Reuters  ∙  September 2, 2025


Democratic senator pushes Treasury secretary to release Epstein ...
“Senator Wyden's gross mishandling of SAR data is a pathetic attempt at political theater,” a spokesperson for Treasury who declined to be named said in a ...

Washington Post  ∙  September 2, 2025


Prominent critic of RFK Jr. blocked from FDA vaccine committee
The spokesman, who declined to be named, declined to identify the other members or committees. How to Potentially Reduce RMD Taxes After Age 73 · Ad. SmartAsset.

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Exclusive: Amazon US Prime sign-ups slow despite expanded ...
But subscriptions typically fall off after the event once the discounts disappear, said the sources, who declined to be identified as they are not authorized to ...

Reuters  ∙  September 2, 2025


Exclusive-Japan, US near deal to bring lower auto tariffs into effect ...
... declined to be identified as the matter is private. The exact date to be specified in the executive order is still under discussion, the source said, adding ...

Yahoo Finance  ∙  September 2, 2025


India Banks Tell RBI They've Limited Room to Buy State Bonds ...
... declined to be identified as the discussions are private. Banks' warning to the RBI may signal pressure for action to stem the bond selloff. Any pullback in ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 2, 2025


Japan clears Taiwan's Yageo in Shibaura bid after lengthy security ...
The sources declined to be identified as the matter remains private. The deal has drawn close investor attention as a test of Japan's openness to ...

Reuters  ∙  September 2, 2025


Chinese demand for Nvidia chips remains strong despite ...
... declined to be identified declined to be identified.

Yahoo Finance  ∙  September 2, 2025


Elon Musk Doesn't See Cars As A Particularly Valuable Part Of ...
... according to a person close to the matter. The potential target would be an annual record for Audi and points towards a more aggressive approach after some ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Nestlé picks insider to replace CEO fired over affair - Los Angeles ...
The female employee no longer works at Nestle, according to a person familiar with the situation who asked not to be named, discussing confidential matters.

LA Times  ∙  September 2, 2025


Former Georgia quarterback Carson Beck says he has committed to ...
Before saying anything publicly, Beck signed a grant-in-aid agreement with the Hurricanes, said a person familiar with the situation who spoke to The ...

Star Tribune  ∙  September 2, 2025


These are the 10 best banks for startups, according to founders and ...
Most of the people asked to remain anonymous to preserve their existing banking relationships. Some VCs said that when working with a bank on discreet ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


McLaren Racing F1 Stake Sold at $5 Billion Valuation
The transaction values the team at $5 billion, according to someone familiar with the details who was not authorized to speak publicly. 7 Things Changing ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


McLaren Racing F1 Stake Sold at $5 Billion Valuation
... according to someone familiar with according to someone familiar with the details who was not authorized to ...

Yahoo Finance  ∙  September 2, 2025


Hate group shouted down in Hudson
The man did not want to be identified, but said he lives in Hudson and wanted to send a message that hate will not be tolerated. “Make them look me in the ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Sacramento promised shelter options to City Hall sleepers. Why are ...
A homeless woman who declined to give her name walks aimlessly in ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Exclusive-Amazon US Prime sign-ups slow despite expanded ...
But subscriptions typically fall off after the event once the discounts disappear, said the sources, who declined to be identified as they are not authorized to ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Japan clears Taiwan's Yageo in Shibaura bid after lengthy security ...
The sources declined to be identified as the matter remains private. The deal has drawn close investor attention as a test of Japan's openness to ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Will Blake Lively Be Invited to Taylor Swift's Wedding?
On May 14, his lawyer Bryan Freedman filed a letter with the court accusing Lively of blackmailing Swift, citing an anonymous source who was “highly likely to ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Nestlé Picks Insider to Replace CEO Fired Over Affair
The matter was first brought to company officials' attention through an internal system called “speak up,” according to a person familiar with the situation who ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Poor telecom connectivity by private operators in rural, remote areas ...
A source said that most MPs were of the view that public sector operators needed to expand and boost its infra and services. Officials said the DoT has ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Endava potential management-led buyout candidate - report
... sources familiar with the matter. Last year, an unidentified, well-known PE firm attempted to take the company private, though a deal didn't come to ...

MSN  ∙  September 2, 2025


Zelenskyy says Ukraine will 'remind everyone' as Trump's semi ...
“We're planning such a meeting” between Zelensky and “European leaders”, the source said, adding that Trump “is not so far expected to be there.” Share. now ...

The Guardian  ∙  September 1, 2025


Von der Leyen's plane affected by GPS jamming over weekend ...
... the source said the ...

The Guardian  ∙  September 1, 2025


CapVest to acquire majority stake in Stada, ending German firm's ...
The sources familiar with the deal said CapVest had initially limited its interest in Stada to 50% plus one share. Bain and Cinven's intensified ...

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2025


ANZ Mulls Cutting As Many As 5,000 Jobs in Revamp, Report Says ...
... people with direct knowledge of the plans. An ANZ spokesperson didn't reply to a request for comment. Matos last week was forced to apologize and accelerate ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2025


ANZ Mulls Up to 5,000 Job Cuts in Bank Revamp, Report Says ...
... people with direct knowledge of the plans. An ANZ spokesperson said the firm is doing a strategic review of the business and will provide an update on any ...

Bloomberg  ∙  September 1, 2025


Chip mission 2.0 to prioritise silicon carbide wafer making
Discussions have taken place around these areas," said one of the officials, who did not wish to be identified. This Portable AC Device Cools An Entire Room ...

MSN  ∙  September 1, 2025


Parents navigate back to school amid fears of ICE and federal ...
... did not want to be named as they were not authorized to speak on the issue. The school is “really afraid” of the financial consequences of the decisions ...

CNN  ∙  September 1, 2025


Dangote Group evacuates remains of Phyna's late sister
Another relative, who did not want to be named due to the mourning period, described Ruth as a cheerful and affectionate person. “We will miss her. We had ...

MSN  ∙  September 1, 2025


India RBI to meet bond market this week to discuss second half ...
The treasury sources requested anonymity as they are not authorised to speak to the media. India typically announces its borrowing schedule for the fiscal ...

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2025


Finastra weighs $1 billion sale of Middle Eastern and Asian ...
The sources, who requested anonymity because the matter is confidential, cautioned that the discussions are at an early stage and that no deal is guaranteed.

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2025


ICE agents burning out amid Trump's aggressive enforcement
Most of the current and former ICE officials requested anonymity due to concerns about retaliation against themselves or former colleagues. Americans have ...

USA Today  ∙  September 1, 2025


Neo-Nazis attack Indigenous protest site after anti-immigration rally ...
One member of the community, a 30-year-old primary school teacher who did not want to be identified, alleged in the statement: “I had what looked like a 15 ...

The Guardian  ∙  September 1, 2025


Exclusive: Deutsche Bank puts India retail banking business up for ...
The sources said Deutsche had set an August 29 deadline for non-binding bids from several banks for its retail India assets. Details of any potential bids ...

Reuters  ∙  September 1, 2025


Here's the biggest news you missed this weekend
The move, which alarmed the agency's workforce, sources said, is the latest example of simmering tensions and crossed signals between Gabbard and CIA Director ...

NBC News  ∙  September 1, 2025