The BBC has announced that its long-wave service on 198kHz—currently transmitting BBC Radio 4—will close on 27 June 2026 at 1am BST. The long-wave transmitters at Droitwich in Worcestershire, Westerglen near Stirling, and Burghead—overlooking the Moray Firth—will be closed that day. The RSGB and the BBC Amateur Radio Group will be marking this occasion on […]
The May 2026 issue of RadCom Basics is now available in the RSGB mobile and web app for members to enjoy. RadCom Basics is aimed at newcomers to amateur radio and those who enjoy refreshing their skills and knowledge. The May issue includes articles on DMR for beginners, building a 2m and 70cm travel antenna and understanding radio waves. The full collection of […]
Appledore and District Amateur Radio Club has a net on Sundays from 9.30am on 1.860kHz, followed by a net on 144.260MHz USB at 10.30am and a net via the GB3DN repeater at 11am. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, there is a net via GB3DN from 11am. There is a DMR net on Tuesdays at 8pm. […]
Many thanks to SRAA contributor, Dan Greenall, who shares the following recording and notes:
Broadcaster: Israel Broadcasting Authority, Jerusalem 1971
Date of recording: Circa 1971
Starting time: 2130 UTC
Frequency: 9.625 MHz
Reception location: Ancaster, Ontario, Canada
Receiver and antenna: Hallicrafters S-52 using a longwire antenna
Mode: AM
Notes: The Israel Broadcasting Authority used to broadcast in various languages on shortwave in the early 1970's. Their English language transmission to Europe could often be heard well here in southern Ontario, Canada between 2045 and 2130 hours UTC on 9625 kHz. Here is a recording made circa 1971 as they concluded their program in English and switched to French at 2130 hours UTC.
Israel Broadcasting Authority, Jerusalem: Circa 1971
Dan Greenall
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The second recording is also circa 1971. It begins with their interval signal, then sign on announcement in English.
Israel Broadcasting Authority, Jerusalem (Interval Signal): Circa 1971
Dan Greenall
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Radio Amateurs of Canada has received the sad news that RAC Vice-President Brent Taylor, VY2HF, became a Silent Key on May 21, 2026, at the age of 66. The sudden loss of Brent has deeply shocked Radio Amateurs of Canada and the Amateur Radio community across Canada and beyond. RAC extends its sincere condolences […]
Following a break in May, the RSGB’s Tonight@8 series is back on Monday, 8 June 2026 with a fascinating webinar by John Warburton, G4IRN on building a remote station. If you live in an area where restrictions such as conservation areas may limit your activity, this is for you. Following his move to rural Shropshire […]
The RSGB Board has announced further updates to the Board Liaison roles. Go to rsgb.org/board to view for the full list of responsibilities for each Board Director. RSGB members will be able to use this as a guide to help them know who to contact if they have questions, concerns or ideas about any areas […]
Durham and District Amateur Radio Society Radio Rally is taking place today, 24 May at Bowburn Community Centre, Bowburn, County Durham, DH6 5AT. The doors are open from 10.10am to 2.30pm with access for disabled visitors from 10am. The entry fee is £3. There is a bring-and-buy sale, trade stands, special interest groups and an RSGB […]
To commemorate the centenary of the passing of Antoni Gaudi, the famous Catalan architect and designer, special callsign EH100AG is active until 7 June. Look for activity on various bands and modes and via the QO-100 satellite. QSL via the bureau. QSOs will be uploaded to eQSL, Logbook of the World and Club Log. Special callsign […]
