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Propagation News 24 November 2013
Several large and active sunspot regions were visible but through the week one by one they rotated off the solar disc and out of view. Only two new sunspot regions were numbered during the period. Solar activity reached high levels on the 19th due to the only X class solar flare to take place. M […]
GB2RS News Script for 17 November 2013
Download the GB2RS script for Sunday, 17 November 2013. GB2RS News Script for Sunday, 17 November 2013 (9-page/61KB Word document) Note to newsreaders We received around 10 comments on the type style used in GB2RS. Just over half said they read off a screen, with or without editing, and/or would like the size kept […]
Satellite comms to aid Philippines rescuers
The International Telecommunication Union announced this week that it has deployed satellite communication equipment to the Philippines, to help re-establish communications vital for search and rescue in areas severely affected by Typhoon Haiyan. Amateur radio volunteers throughout the Philippine archipelago have been a primary communication link since the storm struck on 8 November, and their […]
RN3FI and KF5KDP back from ISS
The International Space Station Expedition 37 crew has returned safely to Earth, bringing with it the Olympic torch that flew to the ISS with the Expedition 38 crew. Amongst those returning with the torch were RN3FI and KF5KDP. The torch will be used to light the Olympic flame when the Winter Olympics open in Sochi, […]
Book now for final Centenary event
You can book your free place at the final, national, RSGB Centenary event on the RSGB website. A meeting will be held at Imperial College, London, in the Huxley Building, between 6.30pm and 9pm on 5 December. The meeting is open to all and attendance is free, including refreshments. The meeting will comprise two lectures […]
Also in GB2RS this week…
Amateur radio was featured on the front page of the BBC News website this week. Video journalist Neil Meads joined Chorley and District Amateur Radio Society for Castles and Stately Homes on the Air at Astley Hall, Lancashire. The report paints amateur radio in a very positive light and even mentions RAYNET and how amateurs […]
