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Contest News – 31 August 2025
The World Wide Digi DX Contest starts at 1200UTC on Saturday, 30 August and ends at 1200UTC on Sunday, the 31st. Using FT4 and FT8 on the 160 to 10m bands, where contests are permitted, the exchange is your four character locator. On Monday, 1 September, the RSGB Autumn Series SSB Contest runs from 1900 […]
Propagation News – 31 August 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 […]
GB2RS News Script for 24 August 2025
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Youth Activities and Engagement Champion wanted
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 […]
Tonight@8 back with brilliant autumn line-up
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 […]
RSGB Convention after-dinner speaker confirmed
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 […]
