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Propagation News – 31 August 2025

| August 29, 2025

This week saw a change in HF propagation with a perceptible move towards more autumnal conditions. The 10 and 12m bands have started opening up to the USA, at least on FT8. As we move into September this will improve further. Also, as we head towards the autumnal equinox, we can expect better conditions on […]

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GB2RS News Script for 24 August 2025

| August 22, 2025

Tap or click the link below to download this week’s news script News script for 24 August 2025 (MS Word document)

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Youth Activities and Engagement Champion wanted

| August 22, 2025

The RSGB Youth Team is looking for a proactive, enthusiastic and innovative person to join its team as the Society’s volunteer Youth Activities and Engagement Champion. The role will take the lead on youth-focused activities and create resources for young Foundation licence holders. If you would like to help inspire young people to explore new […]

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Tonight@8 back with brilliant autumn line-up

| August 22, 2025

The Tonight@8 autumn programme kicks off Monday, 1 September 2025 with a fascinating presentation from Kristen McIntyre, K6WX. During the 45-minute session, Kristen explains Maxwell’s Equations in a visual and relatable way that aims to leave viewers with an understanding of a topic that can often feel impenetrable. Maxwell’s Equations are essential for radio amateurs […]

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RSGB Convention after-dinner speaker confirmed

| August 22, 2025

Hans Summers, G0UPL from QRP Labs has been confirmed by the RSGB as the after-dinner speaker at its Convention in October 2025. Following the gala dinner, Hans will be sharing the emotions he experienced during the nine months he spent adding SSB to the QMX transceiver. Tickets for the gala dinner, along with those for […]

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ESC announces updated version of the Direct to Full syllabus

| August 22, 2025

The RSGB Examination Standards Committee is pleased to announce the publication of an updated version of the Direct to Full syllabus. The significant changes from the previous version are the moving of some points between Section One on Licensing and Section Two on Operating. These changes bring the Direct to Full syllabus into line with […]

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