January 6, 2016 - North Korea claims "H bomb test"
After North Korea's claim that it tested a hydrogen bomb, Simon covered the US reaction in this interview with Singapore's news station "938 Live".
9m Jan 06, 2016
9m
January 4, 2016 - Bill Clinton hits the campaign trail
As the New Year dawned, former US President Bill Clinton hit the campaign trail in support of his wife Hillary's bid for the Presidency. Simon's report aired on Britain's LBC.
2m Jan 05, 2016
2m
January 3, 2015 - Trump Still Ahead in Polls
As the New Year dawned, Donald Trump remained the front-runner in the race for the Republican Party's nomination, despite the news that extremist group Al Shabab is now using his image in their recruitment videos. Simon discussed the prognosis for the Presidential race on Radio New Zealand's "Summer Report". #trump #GOP #2016 #WhiteHouse
7m Jan 03, 2016
7m
January 1st, 2016 - The Year Ahead
What's ahead for the US in 2016? Simon gazed into his crystal ball during this interview with Olly Mann on Britain's LBC.
7m Jan 02, 2016
7m
December 30, 2015 - AS IT BROKE: Bill Cosby Charged
Moments after the authorities in Pennsylvania announced that the actor and comedian Bill Cosby will face charges in connection with an alleged sexual assault in 2004, Simon reported the story live on Britain's LBC, speaking here with host John Stapleton. #cosby
4m Dec 31, 2015
4m
December 23, 2015 - Bergdahl Makes First Court Appearance
Bowe Bergdahl, the US Army Sergeant who spent 5 years in Taliban captivity in Afghanistan, made his first court appearance on charges of desertion at Fort Bragg in North Carolina. Simon's report aired on Radio France International. #Bergdahal
2m Dec 23, 2015
2m
December 15, 2015 - Republican Debate Preview
Will the glove comes off between Donald Trump and Ted Cruz in the Republican Party's Presidential debate? Simon previewed the event in Nevada on Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report" #Trump #Cruz #GOP #Election2016 #2016
4m Dec 15, 2015
4m
December 9, 2015 - Trump doubles down
As global condemnation of his proposed ban on Muslims grows, Donald Trump is doubling down, and even hinting that he might quit the Republican race, seek the Presidency as an independent and take his voters with him. Simon's report aired on FSN radio affiliates worldwide.
3m Dec 10, 2015
3m
December 8, 2010 - Trump sparks fury in Britain
When Donald Trump suggested closing America's borders to Muslims, his remarks sparked outrage worldwide. Here, 10 minutes of LBC's coverage of the story on the nightly "Iain Dale At Drive" program, which includes Simon's live report from Washington. #LBC #Trump #WhiteHouse #2016
9m Dec 08, 2015
9m
December 8, 2015 - Trump under fire
Republican candidates for the US Presidency are hitting back at Donald Trump after he called for America’s borders to be closed to all Muslims.He’s been called “unhinged”, “ridiculous” and “dangerous” by some of his competitors in the race for the White House. #Trump #2016
5m Dec 08, 2015
5m
December 7, 2015 - AS IT BROKE: Trump's call for Muslim ban
As news broke that Donald Trump was calling for a "total shutdown" of America to Muslims, Simon reported the story live on Britain's LBC during Ian Collins' evening program.
6m Dec 08, 2015
6m
December 7, 2015 - Trump calls for "total shutdown" of US to Muslism
Donald Trump's inflammatory proposal to close America's borders to all Muslims in the aftermath of the San Bernardino attacks made headlines around the world. This report aired on Radio New Zealand's "Checkpoint" program.
3m Dec 08, 2015
3m
December 6, 2015 - Obama Address on Terrorism, Gun Control
President Obama is urging Americans not to turn against the country’s Muslim community in the aftermath of last week’s terrorist killings in San Bernardino. He used an Oval Office address to reiterate his strategy of defeating Islamic State, and called on Congress to support him by tightening gun control laws. Simon's report aired on LBC's Morning News.
2m Dec 07, 2015
2m
November 24, 2015 - US Travel Alert After Paris Bombings
The US has issued a worldwide travel alert, warning of possible terrorist action in a wide variety of different countries throughout the Christmas and New Year period. It’s a rare move by the US government, and it came just hours before French President Francois Hollande was due to arrive at the White House for talks with President Obama - their first face-to-face meeting since last week’s terr...
3m Nov 24, 2015
3m
November 23, 2015 - US issues worldwide travel alert
The US has issued a worldwide travel alert, warning of possible terrorist action in a wide variety of different countries throughout the Christmas and New Year period. It’s a rare move by the US government, and it came just hours before French President Francois Hollande was due to arrive at the White House for talks with President Obama - their first face-to-face meeting since last week’s terr...
5m Nov 24, 2015
5m
November 13, 2015 - US issues worldwide travel alert
#ISIS #Paris #Obama
27s Nov 23, 2015
27s
November 19, 2011 - Impact of Paris on US Presidential Campaign
In the aftermath of the ISIS attacks on Paris, American Presidential candidates are scrambling to develop national security policies. Simon's report aired on Radio New Zealand's "Checkpoint" program.
6m Nov 19, 2015
6m
November 16, 2015 - Obama: No Strategy Shift on ISIS
In the aftermath of the ISIS attacks on Paris, US President Barack Obama pledged no strategy shift in the battle to defeat the extremists. In a tetchy news conference in Antalya, he expressed irritation with reporters who continued to suggest the scale of the events in Paris required a wholesale review of US policy. Simon discusses the President's comments with LBC's Iain Dale.
6m Nov 17, 2015
6m
November 16, 2015 - Paris attacks pile pressure on Obama
In the aftermath of the ISIS attacks on Paris, Simon spoke to Radio New Zealand's "Checkpoint" program about the pressure building on President Obama to change strategy in Iraq and Syria. #ISIS #ISIL #Paris #Obama #drones
4m Nov 16, 2015
4m
November 14, 2011 - US reacts to Paris terror horror
In the aftermath of the ISIS attacks on Paris, Simon provided live reporting and analysis of the reaction from the US. Here he talks to LBC's Cristo Foufas.
13m Nov 14, 2015
13m
November 13, 2011 - US responds as Paris attacks' death toll rises
As the horrific ISIS attacks on Paris unfolded on November 13, 2015, Simon provided live reporting and analysis of the reaction from the USA. Here he talks to LBC's Nick Abbot, shortly after President Obama's comments on the tragedy.
11m Nov 14, 2015
11m
January 20, 2016 - Pentagon says Jihadi John "eviscerated"
Simon's coverage of the reported killing of British-accented ISIS fighter Jihadi John included this breaking report on LBC's Morning News.
2m Nov 13, 2015
2m
January 20, 2016 - Jihadi John Reportedly Killed
Simon broke the news of the reported death of British citizen Mohammed Emwazi, also known as "Jihadi John" on Britain's LBC Radio. One of the most wanted figures within ISIS, Simon reported the news live LBC's Steve Allen Show.
8m Nov 13, 2015
8m
October 21, 2015 - Biden won't seek US Presidency
Vice President Joe Biden disappointed many Democrats by announcing the he won't be a candidate to succeed Barack Obama in the Oval Office. His decision is a huge boost for former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, whose campaign for the Democratic Party's nomination has been dogged by difficulties. Simon reported the news, as it happened, on Britain's LBC.
3m Oct 21, 2015
3m
September 29, 2015 - Obama vs Putin in Syria
As the Russians prepared to launch air strikes in Syria, President Obama hosted an event at the UN in New York to promote his ideas for resolving the crisis in the country. Simon reported the standoff between Washington and Moscow for Radio New Zealand's "Checkpoint" program.
5m Sep 30, 2015
5m
August 27, 2015 - Calls for gun control after televised Virginia murders
The father of slain American TV reporter Alison Parker says he will devote the rest of his life to campaigning for gun control in America, following her shock killing live on-air. Simon reported the latest developments on LBC in Britain, and speaks here to host John Stapleton. #guns #America #WDJB #Obama #Trump #Hillary
6m Aug 28, 2015
6m
August 27, 2015 - Murders of Virginia TV broadcasters shock America
President Obama led calls for fresh initiatives to introduce gun control in America following the live, on-air murders of a Virginia TV reporter and cameraman during a breakfast television news bulletin. Simon's report aired on LBC's Morning News in the UK.
3m Aug 27, 2015
3m
August 26, 2015 - Calls for gun control in light of Virginia shootings
As the story developed in Virginia concerning the brutal murders of reporter Alison Parker and cameraman Adam Ward, Simon reported the latest updates live on Britain's LBC Radio. He talks here to presenter Clive Bull.
6m Aug 27, 2015
6m
August 26, 2015 - Virginia TV news team murdered live on air
The horrific on-air murder of a Virginia TV reporter, Alison Parker, and her cameraman, Adam Ward, galvanized the attention of Americans from coast-to-coast. Simon covered the story live for Britain's LBC Radio, talking here to host John Stapleton.
3m Aug 27, 2015
3m
August 20, 2015 - Jimmy Carter discloses cancer's spread
Former President Jimmy Carter held an extraordinarily candid press conference to disclose that his cancer had spread to his brain. Simon reported the story live on Britain's LBC Radio, and speaks here with host John Stapleton.
6m Aug 22, 2015
6m
August 18, 2015 - Hillary Clinton e-mail questions intensify
Hillary Clinton is once again mired in controversy over her use of a personal e-mail server when she was Secretary of State in President Obama’s government. The FBI says it has evidence that attempts were made to wipe the hard drives containing Mrs. Clinton’s e-mail. FBI officials say they are confident they will be able to recover some of the data on those drives, as the investigation continu...
2m Aug 19, 2015
2m
July 16, 2015 - US launches terrorism investigation into Tennessee attack
Four US Marines were killed when gunman Muhammad Youssef Abdulazeez opened fire on two military recruitment centers in the US state of Tennessee. President Obama called the killings "heartbreaking", and the FBI confirmed it was launching a "national security" investigation into the assault. Simon's report aired on LBC's Morning News.
2m Jul 17, 2015
2m
July 14, 2015 - Obama heralds Iran nuclear deal as Republicans vow to scupper it
Hours after President Obama unveiled his historic nuclear deal with Iran, Republicans in Congress vowed to oppose it, and Republican Presidential candidates vowed to repeal it. Simon reported the battle-lines being drawn in this contribution to Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report".
4m Jul 14, 2015
4m
June 26, 2015 - Gay Marriage legalized in USA
On June 26, 2015 the US Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage in all 50 American states. Simon covered the landmark ruling from the steps of the Supreme Court in Washington.
2m Jun 26, 2015
2m
June 24 2015 - Obama unveils new hostages policies
Under fire from families of slain American hostages, President Obama unveiled a new directive that aims to improve the treatment families receive at the hands of US government officials. It also may open the way for Americans to pay ransom to hostage takers. But as Simon told Radio New Zealand's "Checkpoint" program, that's unclear.
4m Jun 25, 2015
4m
June 24, 2015 - Apologetic Boston Marathon bomber sentenced to death
Simon's live report on the dramatic climax to the Boston Marathon bomber's sentencing hearing, as broadcast on Radio New Zealand's "Morning Report".
4m Jun 24, 2015
4m
June 24, 2015 - Tsarnaev apologizes
My coverage of Tsarnaev's dramatic court-room apology, via Britain's LBC Radio.
1m Jun 24, 2015
1m
June 24, 2015 - Tsarnaev to be sentenced
Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokar Tsarnaev will formally receive his death sentence in Boston today. This report aired on LBC's Morning News.
2m Jun 24, 2015
2m
June 19, 2015 - NRA leader blames dead priest for South Carolina massacre
At a certain point, you can't make it up.
1m Jun 20, 2015
1m
June 18, 2015 -
A full report on the day's dramatic events in Charleston, South Carolina and Washington DC.
4m Jun 19, 2015
4m
June 17, 2015 - US acknowledges tough outlook in Iraq
US Defence Secretary Ashton Carter told Congress the United States has fallen woefully short of training 24,000 members of the Iraqi armed forces. His testimony on Capitol Hill came as doctors based in Syria also appeared before US lawmakers, claiming President Bashar al-Assad has systematically weaponized chlorine bombs. Simon's report aired on Radio New Zealand's "Checkpoint" programme.
5m Jun 18, 2015
5m
June 18, 2015 - Obama urges US gun control after Charleston massacre
My report on the capture of 21 year-old Dylan Roff, and President Obama's reaction to the Charleston massacre.
29s Jun 18, 2015
29s
June 15, 2015 - Jeb!
Jeb Bush has formally entered the race for the White House telling supporters in Florida that it’s nobody’s “turn” to be the country’s next President. He’s become the eleventh candidate in the race for the Republican Party’s nomination, and he says he’s got the experience and the conservative credentials needed to win. Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks says Jeb Bush has raised fortunes t...
2m Jun 16, 2015
2m
June12, 2015 - Civil Rights leader "pretended to be black"
Rachel Dolezal, the NAACP President on America's Pacific coast, is under fire after her parents told a local newspaper that she's spent the past decade pretending to be black. Simon covered the story for LBC Radio in the UK, and speaks here to host John Stapleton.
6m Jun 13, 2015
6m
June 10, 2015 - More US Troops to Iraq
The White House has announced that President Obama is sending another 450 troops to Iraq, to "train, assist and advise" the Iraqi army and Sunni tribesmen. The move is the latest refinement of US strategy in Iraq, where ISIS fighters have made substantial gains. Simon reported the story for "Morning Report" on Radio New Zealand. #iraq #ISIS #Obama
4m Jun 10, 2015
4m
May 28, 2015 - FIFA arrests illustrate long arm of American law
Six of the FIFA executives arrested in Zurich on Wednesday say they will fight extradition to the United States where they face fraud and racketeering charges. In total, fourteen people have been indicted by the US Department of Justice, which says FIFA has engaged in “rampant corruption” stretching back more than 2 decades. Simon's report on the long reach of US justice aired on LBC's Morning ...
3m May 28, 2015
3m
May 25, 2015 - Disarray within US government over ISIS advances
President Obama’s defense secretary is accusing the Iraqi army of lacking “the will to fight”. Ashton Carter says Islamic State was able to capture a key Iraqi city last weekend, despite being vastly outnumbered by members of the country’s armed forces. HIs comments are starkly at odds with claims made by other members of President Obama's security team. Simon reported the story for "Checkpoint...
6m May 25, 2015
6m
May 22, 2015 - White House rules out "reinvasion" of Iraq after fall of Ramadi and Palmyra
The White House says President Obama is ruling out any large-scale deployment of US combat troops in Iraq and Syria, even though ISIS is making military gains in both countries. The United Nations says concerns are growing for ancient ruins in Palmyra that are designated a World Heritage Site. Simon's report aired on Britain's LBC Radio.#ISIS #Iraq #Syria #Obama #Palmyra #Ramadi
3m May 22, 2015
3m
May 17, 2015 - Waco Shootout
A shootout between rival biker gangs in Texas has left 9 people dead.The brawl began in a restaurant in the city of Waco, and spilled into the car park outside. Simon filed this news brief from Washington.
25s May 18, 2015
25s
May 15, 2015 - Jury decides death in Boston Marathon case
The jury in the Boston Marathon bombing trial determined the Dzokhar Tsarnaev should receive a death sentence in connection with his role in the attack. Simon reported the story live for Britain's LBC Radio, talking here to host Olly Mann. #boston #tsarnaev
4m May 16, 2015
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