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Handel on the News May 14, 2026

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(May 14, 2026)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. China Xi warns President Trump about ‘conflict’ if Taiwan isn’t ‘handled properly.’ 2028 Olympics: L.A. moves to postpone wage increase for hotel, airport workers. VP Vance says ‘we have a lot of work to do’ after President Trump’s remark about Americans’ finances. Russia fires about 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace.

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President Trump in China | ‘Medical News’ with Dr. Jim Keany May 13, 2026

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(May 13, 2026)

The unhappy hosts of the World Cup. Teens helped bring malls back to life… now they’re getting banned. Dr. Jim Keany, Chief Medical Officer at Dignity Health St. Mary Medical Center in Long Beach, joins The Bill Handel Show for 'Medical News'! Dr. Keany updates us on the Hantavirus passengers, the common sweetener that could raise your risk of stroke, and an inexpensive blood pressure drug that helps fight MRSA.

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Wages No Longer Outpace Inflation | Iran Recruiting Operatives Online May 13, 2026

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(May 13, 2026)

For the first time in three years, American’s wages are no longer outpacing inflation. Fired former acting FBI Chief says Patel tied job security to purging agents linked to President Trump probes. As attacks on Europe’s Jewish communities escalate, Iran may be recruiting operatives online. Cal State may soon offer a 3-year bachelor’s degree.

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Handel on the News May 13, 2026

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(May 13, 2026)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. US inflation rose to 3.8% in April. President Trump says he’s not thinking about Americans’ finances in Iran talks. Kash Patel denies excessive drinking allegations as ‘total farce’ in Senate hearing. Psychologist, doctor, corporate execs arrested in California child sex abuse sting.

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‘Tech Tuesday’ with Rich DeMuro | The ‘Hamster Wheel’ of Credit May 12, 2026

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(May 12, 2026)

KTLA & KFI tech reporter Rich DeMuro joins the show for ‘Tech Tuesday.’ Today, Rich talks about Apple and Android making texting more secure, Google’s new FitBit Air, and Amazon expanding 30-minute delivery across the U.S. Consumers lean on a ‘hamster wheel’ of credit to manage rising costs. Tourist wins payout after missing out on sun loungers during vacation.

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Suspending the Federal Gas Tax | Another Sales Tax Hike in L.A. May 12, 2026

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(May 12, 2026)

Lots of ‘pie in the sky’ promises by governor wannabes with no way to pay for them. President Trump wants to pause the federal gas tax. 1 in 4 Americans think the White House correspondent’s dinner shooting was staged. Another sales tax hike? Costs a factor in Los Angeles in healthcare measure.

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Handel on the News May 12, 2026

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(May 12, 2026)

Amy King and Neil Saavedra join Bill for Handel on the News. President Trump heads to Beijing for talks with Xi as Iran war looms. Supreme Court temporarily extends women’s access to a widely used abortion pill. Arcadia mayor, accused of being Chinese foreign agent, strikes plea deal.

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US Alcohol Consumption at 85yr Low | Young Americans’ Job Market May 11, 2026

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(May 11, 2026)

‘Get in loser, we’re buying Spirit’: One man’s viral plan to revive the airline. US alcohol consumption falls to 85yr low. Young Americans’ job market optimism falls as older adults stay upbeat, new Gallop poll finds.

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Chances of All-GOP Governor’s Race | Commuting is Becoming Unaffordable May 11, 2026

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(May 11, 2026)

Chances of an all-GOP governor’s race spurs push to remake open primary. Gas prices are up and commuting is now unaffordable for some American workers. It’s not just drivers that hate high gas prices, so do gas station owners. Los Angeles’s golden streetlights have turned harsh white and homeowners aren’t happy.

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Handel on the News May 11, 2026

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(May 11, 2026)

Amy King joins Bill for Handel on the News. President Trump rejects the latest offer from Iran. 3 cruise passengers test positive or have symptoms of Hantavirus after evacuation. President Trump and China’s Xi set for talks spanning Iran, nuclear, trade, and AI. OpenAI sued over ChatGPT’s alleged role in guiding FSU shooter.

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