Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Meta scrambled to silence a tell-all book. Now it's a bestseller. - MSN
... a person familiar with the matter, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to avoid legal issues. The order also bars her from talking with lawmakers in the ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Kalshi's valuation marked up to $11B after $1B funding round - MSN
... a person familiar with the matter a person familiar with the matter. Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Paradigm, Anthos Capital and ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


SoftBank in talks to invest up to US$30bil more in OpenAI - MSN
TOKYO: SoftBank is in discussions to invest up to an additional US$30 billion in OpenAI, a person familiar with the matter told Reuters on Tuesday. Side ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Tesla co-founder's company gets Google as investor at $6 billion ...
The funding round still values Redwood at more than $6 billion, according to people familiar with the matter, who asked not to be named because the information ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Drone strikes in Ethiopia's Tigray kill one amid fears of renewed ...
Both asked not to be named, the Reuters news agency reported. It was not immediately clear what the trucks were carrying. TPLF-affiliated news outlet Dimtsi ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


CNN.com - Transcripts
But blue areas, not so much, perhaps not surprisingly, not surprisingly, and also some of the people in the -- who worked on the film asked not to be named in ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


MP 'saddened' at impending closure of Doncaster Direct Line office
Last week, one member of staff, who asked not to be named, said: “They've said the office will be open until 2026 - but this will impact so many people.

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Staff fend off ICE agents trying to enter Minneapolis Ecuador consulate
... asked not to be named, citing a fear of retribution by the federal government. More on World. 1 person shot, in critical condition in incident involving U.S. ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


"I thought I was going to die": Former partner of ex-champion boxer ...
His ex-partner and mother of his children, who asked not to be named, spoke to the Manchester Evening News as he began his time behind bars. She said they ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


Neighbor reveals chilling details just before Studio City homeowner ...
The woman, who did not want to be identified, said she instantly had a bad feeling when she awoke around 4 a.m. to a black Chevy “rumbling” across from her ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


A24 acquires Olivia Wilde's 'The Invite' in a major deal out of ... - MSN
... requested anonymity due to the sensitive matter. One factor for Wilde was a preference for a traditional theatrical release. Getting Approved for 1 of These ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Sheriff leading Guthrie investigation spotted at basketball game as ...
The source of the photos, who requested anonymity, slammed Nanos for attending the game while the search continues. "I think it wasn't a good move. This ...

Fox News  ∙  January 28, 2026


USC faces brutal Big Ten football slate in 2026 - MSN
But with two byes already baked into the Trojans' schedule, a person familiar with the situation but not authorized to speak publicly told The Times that ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Artemi Panarin won't play for the Rangers through the Olympic break ...
... a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associa...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


SoftBank in talks to invest up to $30 billion more in OpenAI - MSN
... declined to be identified as the information had not been publicly...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


SoftBank in talks to invest up to $30 billion more in OpenAI: Report
The source declined to be identified as the information had not been publicly disclosed. Seeking to improve SoftBank's position in the artificial ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


New Archbishop of Canterbury has 'encouraging' conversations with ...
NSA detected foreign intelligence phone call about a person close to a person close to ...

MSN  ∙  January 28, 2026


Minneapolis retreat could undercut Democrats' message as ... - Yahoo
A person close to the Trump administration, granted anonymity to discuss private conversations, said the deescalation in Minneapolis will help avoid “major ...

None  ∙  January 28, 2026


Invasion Day 'explosive' device hidden inside Disney Frozen sock ...
The woman, who did not want to be identified, said on Tuesday afternoon she was still in shock. Expand article logo Continue reading. "My colleague and I ...

MSN  ∙  January 27, 2026


US planning CIA foothold in post-Maduro Venezuela, CNN reports ...
... presence in Venezuela after ousting former President Nicolas Maduro, CNN reported on Tuesday citing sources familiar with the matter.

Reuters  ∙  January 27, 2026


Extra Scrutiny of FEMA Aid to States Has Created a $17 Billion ...
... requested anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly. FEMA has barred staff from discussing review timelines with state officials who ask ...

New York Times  ∙  January 27, 2026


Dem lawmaker makes 'solidarity' trip to Minneapolis hours before ...
“The Minneapolis trip was a very clever move by Lasher — for that district at this time,” the official, who requested anonymity, said. “Mainstream Democrats ...

New York Post  ∙  January 27, 2026


Trump Holds 2-Hour Meeting With Noem Amid Backlash to ...
... with knowledge of the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity. Tyler Pager is a White House correspondent for The Times, covering President Trump and his ...

New York Times  ∙  January 27, 2026


HSBC tops $300 billion market value for first time | Reuters
... people close to the matter told Reuters. The FTSE 350 (.FTNMX301010) , opens new tab banking index has risen 6% this year, outpacing euro zone peers (.SX7E) ...

Reuters  ∙  January 27, 2026


UK banks defy gloom with higher interest rates and robust quality
... ‌people close to the matter said.HSBC is expected to lift its return on tangible equity (ROTE) outlook – a key measure of profitability – above its current ...

MSN  ∙  January 27, 2026


The Man Who Almost Replaced Warren Buffett - WSJ
... people close to the matter. He remains active as an investor, according to a friend. Write to Gregory Zuckerman at Gregory.Zuckerman@wsj.com. Advertisement.

Wall Street Journal  ∙  January 27, 2026


MUFG Weighs Insurer-Friendly SRT Tied to $2.5 Billion of Loans ...
... people familiar with the matter people familiar with the matter. Japan's largest bank is speaking with investors about an SRT tied to around $2.5 ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 27, 2026


Analytics Firm Patsnap Said to Weigh Dual Listing in Hong Kong ...
Patsnap, an intellectual-property data provider, is mulling a dual listing in Hong Kong and Singapore, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  January 27, 2026


US links security guarantees for Ukraine to peace deal ceding territory
... people familiar with the matter said. But they risk being too vague to satisfy Kyiv yet also too broad for Russia, one of the people added. The Kremlin ...

Financial Times  ∙  January 27, 2026


Commanders set to hire Daronte Jones as defensive coordinator
... person familiar with the matter confirmed Monday night. The person spoke with The Washington Post on the condition of anonymity because the move had not ...

MSN  ∙  January 27, 2026


Ford and General Motors in talks with First Brands over rescue ...
While the deal could still fall apart, one person familiar with the matter said the talks were near the “finish line”. First Brands, Ford and General Motors ...

Financial Times  ∙  January 27, 2026


Bournemouth close to triggering Alex Jimenez purchase clause ...
Therefore, sources briefed on the deal, speaking on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships, indicated Bournemouth are expected to pay €19.5 ...

New York Times  ∙  January 27, 2026


Birmingham closing in on Carlos Vicente, Lewis Koumas to return to ...
Sources briefed discussions, speaking on the condition of anonymity to protect relationships, indicated the deal was expected to be concluded for a fee in the ...

New York Times  ∙  January 27, 2026


Louisiana Paroles Lowest Number of Prisoners in 20 Years ...
Two who agreed to comment on the condition of anonymity said Landry's overhaul of the board has forced defense attorneys to change how they make a case for ...

Pro Publica  ∙  January 27, 2026


Supervisors placed on leave after suicide in Oakland courthouse cell
... the source said the source said, but no deputies checked ...

San Francisco Chronicle  ∙  January 27, 2026


In possible thaw, Trump and Minnesota governor talk after fatal ...
The source said Bovino would then soon retire. Another source confirmed Bovino would return to the El Centro sector but gave no further details. Word of ...

Reuters  ∙  January 27, 2026


Iranian drone swarms pose 'credible threat' to USS Abraham Lincoln ...
"It is close, but technically not in CENTCOM yet," the source said. This would indicate the carrier strike group is not yet in a position to strike Iran ...

Fox News  ∙  January 27, 2026


Judge set to hear arguments on Minnesota's immigration crackdown ...
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino is expected to leave Minneapolis on Tuesday, according to a person familiar with the matter, as ...

The Hill  ∙  January 27, 2026


Trump's about-face in Minnesota after Pretti's death is latest in ...
... a person familiar with the matter. Trump declared on social media that Walz “was happy that Tom Homan was going to Minnesota, and so am I!” Later ...

ABC News  ∙  January 27, 2026


FedEx Freight Offers Its First Bonds Ahead of Planned Spinoff ...
Tuesday's four-part offering includes notes maturing in three to 10 years, according to a person familiar with the matter. Initial price talk on the longest ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 27, 2026


BMO Capital Markets Hires Wells Fargo's Malik as Operating Chief ...
... a person familiar with the matter, who asked not to be identified. Read more: Thom to Depart as Bank of Montreal's Head of Credit Trading. Knezevic, the ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 27, 2026


Federal lawsuit alleges inhumane conditions at Adelanto ICE ...
"It didn't matter that we were coughing with fever," said Mario, a former detainee who declined to give his last name out of safety concerns. "I spent two ...

MSN  ∙  January 27, 2026


Federal lawsuit alleges inhumane conditions at Adelanto ICE ...
"It didn't matter that we were coughing with fever," said Mario, a former detainee who declined to give his last name out of safety concerns. "I spent two ...

None  ∙  January 27, 2026


After 843 days, the clock counting the painful wait for Israel's ...
Evan, who declined to give her last name, arrived at the square with her dog wrapped in an Israeli flag. She said the timing, on the eve of International ...

CNN  ∙  January 27, 2026


Scoop: Stephen Miller behind misleading claim that Alex Pretti ...
The episode illustrates the sheer power of Miller, Trump's close and longest-serving political adviser.

Axios  ∙  January 27, 2026


30 Rock skyscraper now 100% leased — and thriving despite ...
3. The Withers move reflects the property's appeal to top-tier international users, a source said. Tishman Speyer CEO ...

New York Post  ∙  January 27, 2026


Sergey Brin has spent $50M for a cliffside Malibu mansion
“He will likely use the smaller house as a guest house and move into the bigger one,” a source said. The interiors feature views of the Pacific. 6. The ...

New York Post  ∙  January 27, 2026


Indian Oil to Buy More Brazil Barrels Over Next Two Years ...
... asked not to be identified asked not to be identified. The country's largest refiner purchased 18 million barrels last year, he added. India, which ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 27, 2026


Gateway tunnel work to stop next week if White House holds funding
6 if the US Department of Transportation fails to release the dollars, according to a person with knowledge of the situation, who asked not to be identified ...

MSN  ∙  January 27, 2026


Close Brothers Selling £250 million Tier 2 as Outlook Improves ...
... asked not to be identified. Banks and car manufacturers had to set aside billions of pounds to refund UK buyers of car loans who were unlawfully charged ...

Bloomberg  ∙  January 27, 2026