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About John

John Hendel is the executive editor of United Press International. He has worked for UPI for more than 20 years with previous positions including oversight of the NewsTrack product and the America's Desk. He was also a UPI sports writer for several years while operating out of UPI's Kansas City bureau. He has a master's degree in political science (University of Missouri-Kansas City, 1999) and a bachelor's degree in journalism (University of Kansas, 1977).

Recent stories by John

Fixing U.S. healthcare

At 16 percent, the United States spends a much larger share of gross domestic product on healthcare than Western Euro...(Read)

Published May 20, 2009

Kidman not selling baby pictures

A representative for Nicole Kidman said the U.S.-born Australian actress doesn't plan to sell photographs of her newb...(Read)

Published July 16, 2008

Michael J. Fox to appear on 'Rescue Me'

Actor Michael J. Fox is set to appear in four episodes of Denis Leary's New York-set firefighter series, "Rescue Me,"...(Read)

Published July 16, 2008

The almanac

UPI Almanac for Wednesday, July 16, 2008.(Read)

Published July 16, 2008

Helicopter door drops from the sky

A door from a Minnesota National Guard helicopter is missing and the Guard wants it back.(Read)

Published July 16, 2008

Recent Comments on John's stories

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David Arminas commented on "Helicopter door drops from the sky" (8 months ago)

Nicely done. An excellent example of how the brevity of words can paint a picture of action that absorbs the reader, urges them on to finish the article and - importantly - leaves them wanting more.

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Abdi Latif Dahir commented on "Fun with Journalism" (9 months ago)

Oh yeah. Journalism can be fun. But on one condition: you must have passion.
That's it! THE PASSION.

John Hendel

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Location: Washington, DC USA United States

Birthday: Jun 22, 1954 (55)

Joined: Jul 08, 2008

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All Stories by John

07/16/2008: The almanac
07/08/2008: Fun with Journalism
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