June 17, 2016 - North American grief over Jo Cox murder
At the end of an awful week on both sides of the Atlantic, Simon reviewed the US reaction to Jo Cox's slaying and President Obama's visit to Orlando. #JoCox #OrlandoUnited #Trump #Clinton #Sanders
12m Jun 17, 2016
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June 17 2016 - Hillary Clinton "horrified" by Jo Cox assassination
The news of Jo Cox's assassination made tragic headlines in the United States as well as the UK. And it brought condemnation from two prominent US politicians. Simon's report aired on LBC's Morning News in the UK.
1m Jun 17, 2016
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June 16, 2016 - Obama to visit Orlando
Simon's preview of President Obama's visit to Orlando in the aftermath of the massacre of the Pulse nightclub. Via the LBC Morning News. #OrlandoUnited #Obama
2m Jun 16, 2016
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June 15, 2016 - Will Trump take on the NRA?
Simon's report via Singapore's news station 938 Live. The host is Bharati Jagdish.
7m Jun 15, 2016
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June 15, 2016 - Trump, Clinton square off over Orlando implications
The war of words continues between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton over the implications of the Orlando nightclub massacre for the country. Simon's report aired on Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report".
5m Jun 15, 2016
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June 15, 2016 - Will Trump take on the NRA over gun control?
The issue of gun control remained center-stage politically in the US after Donald Trump indicated he will ask the NRA to drop its objection to a tightening of one area of legislation. He says he believes people on America's "no-fly" list should not be permitted to purchase weapons. Simon's update aired on LBC London News, with host Chris Golds.
11m Jun 15, 2016
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June 14, 2016 - Obama Pushes Back Firmly Against Trump Immigration Ban
President Obama has launched a scathing attack on the presumed Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump.In angry comments to reporters, he accused Mr. Trump of threatening to place America’s Muslim community “under suspicion and under attack”. Simon's report aired on radio stations worldwide, including Singapore's "938 Live". #Obama #Trump #Election2016 #Clinton
5m Jun 14, 2016
5m
June 13, 2016 - Massive questions remain after Orlando massacre
Simon's report on the latest developments in the aftermath of the Orlando massacre aired on Singapore '938 Live'. The host is Keith de Souza.
13m Jun 13, 2016
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June 13, 2016 - Presidential candidates offer fanciful reactions to Orlando
In their reaction to the Orlando massacre, Donald Trump upped the ante in his rhetorical war against Muslisms, while Hillary Clinton made promises she cannot possibly keep. Simon's report aired on Morning Report on Radio New Zealand. The host is Guyon Espinar.
6m Jun 13, 2016
6m
June 13, 2016 - Motives for Orlando attack investigated as politicians fulminate
US politicians are reacting to the Orlando massacre, and making promises they almost certainly can't keep. Simon's report aired on South Africa's 24-hour news channel ENCA.
4m Jun 13, 2016
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June 13, 2016: AS IT BROKE - Obama says"No clear evidence" of direct ISIS link to Orlando
As President Obama told reporters that the Orlando gunman appears to have been self-radicalized, Simon brought the latest developments live to listeners of LBC London News in the UK, with host Chris Golds. #OrlandoUnited
7m Jun 13, 2016
7m
June 13, 2016 - Obama meets top security officials after Orlando massacre
As President Obama met his national security team at the White House in the aftermath of the Orlando nightclub massacre, Simon brought the latest news to viewers of ENCA in South Africa. #OrlandoUnited
6m Jun 13, 2016
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June 13, 2016 - AS IT BROKE: Marteen was "imminent" threat to hostages
Police in Orlando provided more details of what occurred during the 3 hour siege of the Pulse nightclub serving the city's lesbian and gay communities. They say they acted after he threatened to kill remaining hostages inside the club. Simon's live report aired on Britain's LBC, with host Shelagh Fogarty.
4m Jun 13, 2016
4m
June 13, 2016 - Orlando latest
Simon brought the latest news on the investigation into the Orlando nightclub massacre to listeners of 938 Live in Singapore.
10m Jun 13, 2016
10m
June 13, 2016 - America mourns as Orlando investigation begins
Just 24 hours after America's deadliest shooting massacre, the city Orlando is expressing its determination to recover. But only 21 of the 50 victims have been identified by police, and the FBI investigation into the motivation of gunman Omar Mateen is only just beginning to take shape. Simon reported the latest events live for Channel NewsAsia, Singapore's 24-hour TV news channel. #OrlandoUnited
5m Jun 13, 2016
5m
June 13, 2016 - Orlando Shooting: What We Know
As dawn broke in Asia, Simon brought the very latest detail on the investigation into the Orlando nightclub massacre to listeners of 938 Live in Singapore.
9m Jun 12, 2016
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June 12, 2016 - AS IT BROKE: Orlando Shooting "Worst in US History"
As news of the mass shooting in an Orlando nightclub developed. Simon reported the story live for Stig Abell's show on Britain's LBC Radio.
5m Jun 12, 2016
5m
June 12, 2016 - Orlando Timeline
As America reeled from the worst mass shooting in its history, Simon brought the latest news to listeners on Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report" with host Susie Ferguson.
6m Jun 12, 2016
6m
June 12, 2016 - AS IT BROKE: Orlando Shooting Tragedy
As news broke of the worst mass shooting in US history, Simon covered the story live for networks worldwide. Here he brings an update to listeners of LBC in the UK.
6m Jun 12, 2016
6m
June 9, 2016 - US Election moves to next stage
With Hillary Clinton's victory in the race for the Democratic Presidential nomination, the US Election moves into its next phase: a straight match-up between Mrs. Clinton and Donald Trump. Simon discussed the outlook on the BFBS radio program "Sitrep" with host Kate Gerbeau and defense analyst Christopher Lee.
4m Jun 10, 2016
4m
June 9, 2016 - Obama endorses Hillary
After a largely fruitless White House meeting with Senator Bernie Sanders, President Obama endorsed Hillary Clinton for the US Presidency. Simon was asked by Singapore's 938 Live whether Mrs. Clinton could find a way of eventually securing the support of Mr. Sanders' supporters.
3m Jun 10, 2016
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June 9, 2016 - AS IT BROKE: Obama endorses Hillary Clinton for President
Simon's live report, minutes after Barack Obama's endorsement of Hillary Clinton, via Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report".
7m Jun 09, 2016
7m
June 8, 2016 - Modi's Address to Congress
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi called Washington an "indispensable partner" to India during a speech to a joint session of Congress. Prime Minister Modi has developed a warm and productive relationship with President Barack Obama, heralded developments in the strategic relationship between the US and Delhi. Simon's report aired on Singapore's 938 Live.
4m Jun 09, 2016
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June 8, 2016 - Clinton declares victory but Bernie refuses to bow out
Simon's report on the latest twists and turns on the campaign trail for Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report". The host is Guyon Espinar.
4m Jun 08, 2016
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June 8, 2016 - Will Hillary Clinton continue feeling The Bern?
What does Bernie want? In many ways, that's the central question in US politics today following Hillary Clinton's victory in the quest to become the Democratic Party's Presidential candidate. Simon explained the Sanders strategy on Iain Dale at Drive on Britain's @LBC.
5m Jun 08, 2016
5m
June 8, 2016 - Sanders secures White House meeting with Obama
With news that Bernie Sanders will meet Barack Obama at the White House, what's his strategy now that Hillary Clinton has claimed the Democratic Party's Presidential nomination. Simon spoke to presenter Chris Golds on rolling news station LBC London News in the UK.
9m Jun 08, 2016
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June 8, 2016 - Clinton Clinches It
Simon's report on Hillary's declaration of victory in the race for the Democratic Presidential nomination aired across the UK on the LBC Morning News.
2m Jun 08, 2016
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June 8th 2017 - What Writing is on Bernie's Wall?
After Hillary Clinton's declaration of victory, there's widespread surprise within America's political establishment that Senator Bernie Sanders has not conceded defeat in the Democratic Presidential race and plans to continue battling until the party's Convention in Philadelphia. So what's his plan? Simon's report aired on Singapore's 938 Live.
7m Jun 08, 2016
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June 7, 2016 - Top Republican leader accuses Trump of "textbook racism"
Donald Trump moved to calm the growing storm over his latest bigoted comments after a top Republican leader accused him of "textbook racism" for comments he made about a US federal judge. The issue relates to Mr. Trump's fury over Judge Gonzalo Curiel's handling of a lawsuit concerning "Trump University". Simon explained the background to the case in this story that aired on radio stations worl...
4m Jun 07, 2016
4m
June 7, 2016 - What Will Bernie Do?
With Hillary Clinton poised to claim victory in the race for the Democratic Party's Presidential nomination, all eyes are on Senator Bernie Sanders. After giving her an extraordinary run for her money, what will he do after today's primary votes are counted? Simon spoke to Susie Ferguson on Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report".
5m Jun 07, 2016
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June 7, 2016 - Clinton ascendant as Trump stumbles
With voting underway in the last major batch of US primary elections, Hillary Clinton says she's "on the brink" of securing the party's Presidential nomination. And on the Republican side, Donald Trump is widely being accused of racism....even by leading members of his own party. Simon spoke to presenter Chris Golds on LBC London News in the UK.
13m Jun 07, 2016
13m
June 7, 2016 - AS IT BROKE: Hillary "wins Democratic nomination"
On the eve of the last major batch of US primary contests, the Associated Press unexpectedly declared Hillary Clinton the winner of the Democratic Party's Presidential nomination. Simon brought the story live to listeners of Darren Adam's overnight program on Britain's LBC.
8m Jun 07, 2016
8m
June 7, 2016 - Has Hillary Already Won It?
As the Associated Press claimed that Hillary Clinton had secured the Democratic Presidential nomination, even before the last batch of major primary elections, Simon covered the story live for Radio New Zealand's evening program "Checkpoint". The host is John Campbell.
4m Jun 07, 2016
4m
June 6, 2016 - Hillary Clinton heads to victory over Bernie Sanders
Ahead of Tuesday's primary contests in New Jersey, California and elsewhere, Hillary Clinton hoped to secure final victory over socialist Senator Bernie Sanders. Simon's report aired on Radio New Zealand's "Worldwatch" program.
4m Jun 07, 2016
4m
June 7, 2016 - Is Hillary On Victory's Eve?
With primary contests due to take place in 5 states on Tuesday. can Hillary Clinton finally dispose of Senator Bernie Sanders? Simon spoke live on LBC to host Darren Adam. #Clinton #Sanders #Obama
6m Jun 07, 2016
6m
June 6, 2016 - Weekly News Roundup
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10m Jun 06, 2016
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June 2, 2016 - How much power could Trump wield?
Hillary Clinton is launching a new offensive against Donald Trump, assailing him for lacking the temperament to be US President. But just how much power could Donald Trump wield if he won the Presidency later this year? From the FSN studios in Washington, LBC's Chris Golds interviewed Chris Edelson from American University about his new book "Power Without Constraint: The Post 9/11 Presidency a...
10m Jun 02, 2016
10m
June 2nd 2016 - UCLA Shootings on eve of National Gun Violence Awareness Day
On the eve of National Gun Violence Awareness Day, 2 people died in a shooting incident on the campus of UCLA. Simon's report aired on radio stations worldwide including the UK's LBC.
2m Jun 02, 2016
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June 1, 2016 - Trump Will Visit Britain
Donald Trump announced that he will visit Britain later this month, to attend the ceremonial reopening of his golf resort in Turnberry. The move comes after British lawmakers debated moves to bar the Republican Presidential aspirant from entering the UK. Simon covered the story live on LBC's "Iain Dale at Drive" programme.
8m Jun 01, 2016
8m
June 1, 2016 - Trump Wages War on Media
Donald Trump fired several new salvos in his ongoing battle with the reporters who are covering his campaign during an extraordinary news conference at Trump Tower in New York. Simon's report aired on radio stations worldwide including Singapore's 938 Live.
3m Jun 01, 2016
3m
May 31, 2016 - US issues terror warning over Euro 2016
The US government is warning that terrorists could seek to strike the European Championship soccer tournament in France. The warning came in a State Department travel advisory. Simon's report aired on LBC London News. #Euro2016 #Terrorism
8m May 31, 2016
8m
May 27, 2016 - Obama visits Hiroshima
More than 70 years after the Enola Gay dropped a nuclear bomb on the Japanese city of Hiroshima, killing 140 thousand people, Barack Obama became the first US President to visit the city. Simon reported the Washington reaction for LBC London News. #Obama
7m May 28, 2016
7m
May 26, 2016 - Trump secures delegates, makes nomination safe
As Donald Trump basked in the glow of his success winning the Republican Party's Presidential nomination, Simon explored the current position in US politics with John Campbell, host of Radio New Zealand's "Checkpoint" programme. Video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2877&v=S5ORWsZZ978
7m May 27, 2016
7m
May 26, 2016 - AS IT BROKE: Trump Ascendant
Simon reported live on LBC's Iain Dale at Drive as Donald Trump officially clinched the Republican Party's 2016 Presidential nomination. #Trump #Election2016 #Obama
2m May 27, 2016
2m
May 26, 2016 - Trump clinches Republican nomination
With Donald Trump securing more than 1,237 convention delegates, he is now assured to become the Republican Party's Presidential nominee. As he basked in the glory, President Obama hit back....accusing the Republican contender of rattling America's allies around the world with his off-the-cuff policy pronouncements. Simon's report aired on Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report".
4m May 26, 2016
4m
May 26, 2016 - AS IT BROKE: Trump Clinches Republican Nomination.
Donald Trump has secured enough delegates at the Republican convention in July to become the Party’s Presidential candidate. That means the billionaire property developer is now officially unstoppable in his quest to lead the Party into the November election. Simon's live coverage from rolling news station "LBC London News" with presenter Chris Golds.
9m May 26, 2016
9m
May 25, 2016 - State Department Inspector General slams Hillary over e-mail
Hillary Clinton avoided public comment on her use of a private e-mail account in the hours after the State Department's Inspector General took her to task. Simon reported the story for Radio New Zealand's "Morning Reort", talking with presenter Susie Ferguson. #Clinton #Trump #Election2016
4m May 25, 2016
4m
May 25, 2016 - Clinton's E-mail Woes Mount
In a report to Congress, the State Department's Inspector General has issued a report highly critical of Hillary Clinton for using a private e-mail server during her time as Secretary of State. Simon's live report aired on LBC in the UK. #hillary #trump #Election2016
3m May 25, 2016
3m
May 24, 2016 - Obama In Vietnam
President Obama's visit to Vietnam has been making headlines after he lifted an arms embargo that has been in place against the country since the end of the Vietnam War. But has he done enough to press the case for improved human rights conditions in the country? Simon updated presenter Chris Golds on LBC London News.
8m May 24, 2016
8m
May 18, 2016 - Sadiq Khan challenges Donald Trump to visit London
In the first edition of his new program on Britain's LBC, the new Mayor of London Sadiq Khan challenged Donald Trump to visit London and meet members of the city's Muslim community. Simon spoke to Chris Golds on LBC London News about the possibilities of a Trump tour of the UK capital. #Trump #Sadiq #Election2016
10m May 18, 2016
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