Anonymous Source Tracker

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


Pakistan prepares for upcoming peace talks despite US seizure of ...
The U.S. official, who was not authorized to speak publicly about the matter and spoke on condition of anonymity, said the talks between the Israeli and ...

Washington Post  ∙  April 20, 2026


Exclusive: BOJ is likely to hold off raising rates in April, sources say
The Bank of Japan is likely to hold off raising ​interest rates next week, five sources familiar with its thinking said, as fading prospects of a near-term ...

Reuters  ∙  April 20, 2026


BOJ is likely to hold off raising rates in April, sources say | Reuters
The Bank of Japan is likely to hold ​off raising interest rates next week, said five sources familiar ‌with its thinking, as fading prospects of a near-term ...

Reuters  ∙  April 20, 2026


Wildfire survivors who lost their homes could face another blow from ...
... insisted on anonymity because of ongoing litigation. Being taxed “would just add more pain and suffering for us, really,” he said. Most read Business. Julie ...

Washington Post  ∙  April 20, 2026


Ex-Foreign Office head to accuse Number 10 of pressuring him over ...
Robbins is not expected to go into full details of what they were, but people briefed on the matter have said the mitigations related to Mandelson's ...

Financial Times  ∙  April 20, 2026


Teachers at prestigious Melbourne girls' school launch action over ...
One teacher, who did not want to be named because they were not authorised to speak publicly, told The Age that teachers were pushing for a pay rise that ...

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


DMK candidate from Mettupalayam constituency makes personal ...
She asked people to think of the letter as equivalent of her personal visit and requested their votes," said a functionary who did not want to be named.

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


Peace talks in doubt as U.S. seizes Iranian ship - NPR
... not authorized to speak on the record. Trump has brushed off Iran's comments that it won't come to the table in Pakistan. "We're supposed to have the talks ...

NPR  ∙  April 20, 2026


Anxiety mounts in London's Jewish community after attacks | CNN
One man, a Jewish father of three in his 40s who did not want to be identified but whose children attend a Jewish primary school in north London, told CNN ...

CNN  ∙  April 20, 2026


Mamdani curse? Mets lose 10 straight after NYC mayor's Mr., Mrs ...
“It might be Mamdani,” said the worker, who did not want to be identified. “I think it might have been him, truthfully. My friend works at Citi Field, and ...

New York Post  ∙  April 20, 2026


Tiger Woods determined to return after rehab progress - MSN
Tiger Woods is making encouraging progress in a 90-day rehab program in Switzerland following his March DUI arrest, according to sources close to him.

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


Daily Mail's 'aggressive' reporting on Prince Harry and Meghan ...
Sources close to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex also alleged the Daily Mail followed the advance security team from the airport and reported on their ...

The Guardian  ∙  April 20, 2026


Allu Arjun's father denies Mumbai relocation rumours - MSN
Allu Arjun's father, Allu Aravind, and sources close to the actor have denied speculation that the star plans to relocate from Hyderabad to Mumbai.

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


Caterpillar acquires Californian self-driving tractor startup
Caterpillar Inc. has acquired self-driving electric tractor startup Monarch Tractor, according to people familiar with the matter.

LA Times  ∙  April 20, 2026


Witnesses subpoenaed to testify before DC grand jury in John ...
... people familiar with the matter said Monday. The subpoenas were issued in recent days and represent an effort by the Justice Department to press forward ...

Washington Post  ∙  April 20, 2026


Labor Secretary Steps Down Amid Internal Investigation
Young women in the executive office were also instructed to “pay attention” to the secretary's husband and father, people familiar with the matter said.

New York Times  ∙  April 20, 2026


Sunshine Silver Weighs $400 Million IPO to Fund Reopening of ...
Sunshine Silver Mining & Refining Corp. is pursuing an initial public offering to help reopen an Idaho mine, according to people familiar with the matter, ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


EQB Inc. Sells C$200M of Limited Recourse Capital Notes
... ($146 million) of additional tier one securities on Monday, according to people with knowledge of the matter and confirming an earlier Bloomberg report.

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


DOJ Steps Up Agriculture Market Scrutiny Amid Rising Prices
... with knowledge of the matter. The DOJ lawyers investigating National Beef Inc., Cargill Inc., Tyson Foods Inc. and JBS NV are looking to determine whether ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


Jack Daniel's maker Brown-Forman favors Pernod Ricard bid over ...
... the source said ​on Monday. Advertisement · Scroll to continue. The Pernod bid being contemplated would be 80% stock and 20% cash, although it ‌was ⁠subject ...

Reuters  ∙  April 20, 2026


Pakistan confident Iran will attend US talks, senior Pakistani ...
Things ​are fluid but we are trying that they ​should be here ​when we start the talks ‌tomorrow ⁠or a day after," the source said, speaking on condition ​of ...

Reuters  ∙  April 20, 2026


US urges contractor to evacuate workers from Kuwait and Iraq over ...
... the source said. The government representatives also ordered an airplane to be returned to base in case of an emergency evacuation, said a second source ...

The Guardian  ∙  April 20, 2026


Iran's refusal of second round of US peace talks was 'posturing'
“Pakistan remains the sole trustworthy mediator, which means process is on and Islamabad will be the venue whenever a final decision is taken,” the source said.

New York Post  ∙  April 20, 2026


Seized Iranian ship likely carrying equipment deemed dual-use by ...
... sources said sources said on Monday. The small container ship, which is part of the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) group ...

Reuters  ∙  April 20, 2026


Fate of Iran peace talks uncertain as deadline approaches for end of ...
The vessel is likely to have been carrying what Washington deems dual-use items that could be used by the military, maritime security sources said on Monday.

Reuters  ∙  April 20, 2026


Four migrants survive five days at sea after capsize off Libya, IOM ...
The migrants are from Egypt ‌and ⁠Sudan, the security sources said. Libya is a transit route for migrants, many of them from sub-Saharan Africa, risking ...

Reuters  ∙  April 20, 2026


Man, 51, dies of apparent drug withdrawal while in police custody at ...
... sources said. Hector Sierra, of Bensonhurst – known to have a history of drug use – was busted around 7:50 p.m. Saturday when cops allegedly caught him ...

New York Post  ∙  April 20, 2026


U.S. Has Turned Back 27 Ships Since Strait of Hormuz Blockade ...
... on the condition of anonymity to discuss operational matters. One option would be to tow the stricken ship to Oman, independent specialists said. An ...

New York Times  ∙  April 20, 2026


Iran talks on shaky footing after U.S. seizure of ship in Strait of Hormuz
As of late Monday morning, Vance had yet to depart for Pakistan, said a person familiar with his plans, speaking on the condition of anonymity to share ...

Washington Post  ∙  April 20, 2026


Newly released records detail police response to lawmaker attacks
A senior law enforcement official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity and had been in several active shooter situations, said the situation fit the ...

Star Tribune  ∙  April 20, 2026


Thailand Mulls Higher Public Debt for $30 Billion Borrowing
... requested anonymity ahead of an official announcement. A higher debt cap is among several options under discussion, and a decision will need the approval of ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


EU Warns Balkan Hopefuls That Reforms Are Needed to Access ...
... requested anonymity to speak on sensitive issues. More From Bloomberg. UAE-IRAN-US-ISRAEL-WAR. Cruise Ships Seized Brief Hormuz Reopening to Flee Persian Gulf.

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


Thailand mulls higher public debt for $30 billion borrowing - MSN
... requested anonymity ahead of an official announcement. A higher debt cap is among several options under discussion, and a decision will need the approval of ...

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


College football rule change is no ordinary offseason story
The coaches requested anonymity due to the sensitivity of the subject. "We didn't have a chance for answers,” a current Power conference special teams ...

USA Today  ∙  April 20, 2026


Nordic Bond Market Gets Rare Deal to Fund Space Operations
Andoya Space AS sold 300 million Norwegian krone ($32 million) of five-year senior unsecured notes, according to a person familiar with the matter who asked ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


Jack Daniel's whiskey owner favors deal with Pernod Ricard - MSN
... asked not to be identified discussing private deliberations. Furthermore, proposed terms for the combination with Pernod would give the family a bigger ...

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


WWE talent concerned with lack of security on WrestleMania 42 ...
One reader, who chose to remain anonymous, said that an incident similar in nature to the CM Punk one saw Damian Priest helping a female WWE star get away from ...

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


US seizes Iranian ship after opening fire; Pakistan talks in doubt
Officials were "very politely and carefully" handling the paperwork, a source said. An Israeli source also told Ynet the number involved was "lower, but not ...

Fox News  ∙  April 20, 2026


Why oil prices are rising again ahead of potential US., Iran peace talks
The U.S. delegation is set to travel to Islamabad for the talks “soon,” a person familiar with the matter told Barron's. Iran is also planning to send a ...

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


Oil prices jump even as US and Iran press for a resolution - MSN
The U.S. delegation is set to travel to Islamabad for the talks “soon,” a person familiar with the matter told Barron's shortly before noon. Should You ...

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


Jack Daniel's Whiskey Owner Favors Deal With Pernod Ricard
... Pernod Ricard SA over an alternative proposal from its closely held American rival Sazerac Co., according to a person familiar with the company's thinking.

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


Italy Eyes Deficit Under 3% of GDP Even as Iran War Slows Growth
The latest government projections will show the deficit will likely be under 3% of gross domestic product in 2026, said the people, who declined to be named ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


Oil Slips as Iran Set to Attend Negotiations With US in Pakistan
Iran is sending a team to the Pakistani capital, according to people familiar with the plans who declined to be identified. Earlier, Tehran had said it was ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


Texas AG Ken Paxton sues ActBlue over alleged 'rampant donor ...
A House Republican aide indicated that “all options” are still on the table for compelling its cooperation, including hauling Wallace-Jones before the ...

New York Post  ∙  April 20, 2026


UCSD marijuana study affirms drug's negative effect on youth - MSN
One participant, whose mother asked that his name not be used due to privacy concerns, was at the UCSD ABCD center last week for his biannual check-in.

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026


Iran talks, BHP review, AirTrunk: Australia Briefing - Bloomberg News
... asked not to be named because the process is not public. The firm shut one of its mines in the state last year and along with Japanese partner Mitsubishi ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


BHP Begins Review to Rank Unprofitable Australian Coal Mines
... asked not to be named because the process is not public. More From Bloomberg. UAE-IRAN-US-ISRAEL-WAR. Cruise Ships Seized Brief Hormuz Reopening to Flee ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


Spirit Floats US Government Stake to Avoid Potential Liquidation
The airline is seeking an infusion of cash from the US government during a spike in jet fuel prices, said the people, who asked not to be named given the ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


AI Junk-Debt Offering Wave Rolls On as Edged Compute Sells Bonds
... a person with direct knowledge of the matter. More From Bloomberg. UAE-IRAN-US-ISRAEL-WAR. Cruise Ships Seized Brief Hormuz Reopening to Flee Persian Gulf. US ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 20, 2026


Five killed in fresh Benue attack - MSN
... did not want to be named told journalists in a telephone interview on Monday that five bodies were recovered on Sunday and...

MSN  ∙  April 20, 2026