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VK9WX Willis Island22 Jul 202630 Nov 2027VK9W Willis Island
H44MS Solomon Islands03 Oct 202620 Nov 2026H4 Solomon Islands
7P8EA Lesotho16 Oct 202625 Nov 20267P Lesotho
5H3MB Tanzania19 Oct 202619 Nov 20265H Tanzania
3B9/M0CFW Rodriguez Island20 Oct 202602 Dec 20263B9 Rodriguez Island
E51MWA North Cook Islands21 Oct 202616 Nov 2026E5/n North Cook Islands
TZ4AM Mali22 Oct 202602 Dec 2026TZ Mali
9N/S57MK Nepal24 Oct 202612 Nov 20269N Nepal
7P9EA Lesotho26 Oct 202625 Nov 20267P Lesotho
VP2V/NY9K British Virgin Islands27 Oct 202629 Nov 2026VP2V British Virgin Islands
8P/PZ5TW Barbados27 Oct 202629 Nov 20268P Barbados
6W/I2YSB Senegal28 Oct 202609 Nov 20266W Senegal
KH8A American Samoa30 Oct 202612 Nov 2026KH8 American Samoa
9X5KM Rwanda31 Oct 202611 Nov 20269X Rwanda
FW3GT Wallis & Futuna Islands31 Oct 202614 Nov 2026FW Wallis & Futuna Islands
9M6NA East Malaysia01 Nov 202630 Nov 20269M6 East Malaysia
Z68MU Republic of Kosovo01 Nov 202608 Nov 2026Z6 Republic of Kosovo
VP2MCV Montserrat03 Nov 202616 Nov 2026VP2M Montserrat
D44PX Cape Verde Is04 Nov 202611 Nov 2026D4 Cabo Verde
VY0ZOO Canada07 Nov 202610 Dec 2026VE Canada
C8K Mozambique08 Nov 202621 Nov 2026C9 Mozambique
5X7W Uganda08 Nov 202629 Dec 20265X Uganda

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The ARRL Solar Update
[ARRL] - Friday November 6 2026
Solar activity is expected to be low in the coming days, according to NOAAís Space Weather Prediction Center, with a chance for M-classflares and a slight chance for stronger X-class flares associated with sunspot region 4566, which is showing rapid growth in both size and magnetic complexity. No Earth-directed coronal mass ejections have been observed. Sunspot numbers are increasing from a low...
146-147MHz NoV extension agreed by Ofcom
[RSGB] - Friday November 6 2026
Ofcom has agreed to the RSGB request to extend the 146-147MHz NoV for a further year. It is available on a non-interference basis and the NoV is subject to a 30-day notice period of change or withdrawal. Ofcom’s objective in making this spectrum available is to encourage radio amateurs to experiment and test new communications schemes […]
Apply to be the RSGB Outreach Team Chair
[RSGB] - Friday November 6 2026
Could you help to inspire the next generation of radio amateurs? The RSGB is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive volunteer to lead its Outreach Team. The role involves coordinating activities for events such as British Science Week, National Coding Week, Scout and Jamboree events, the National Hamfest Buildathon, and the RSGB Convention. The individual will […]
Exam shutdown timings over the festive season
[RSGB] - Friday November 6 2026
If you’re thinking of taking an amateur radio exam before Christmas, you need to be aware that the last date you can take an online exam either at a club or at home is Monday 21 December 2026. The RSGB Exams Team will, where possible, post out exam results before HQ shuts over Christmas and […]
RSGB HF and VHF contest surveys
[RSGB] - Friday November 6 2026
Once again, it’s the time of year when the RSGB Contest Committees put together the contest rules for next year and consider any changes that they think will improve participation and enjoyment. To help them make the right choices, they like to get the thoughts of contest entrants. So, if you’re an active contester or […]
146-147MHz NoV extension agreed by Ofcom
[RSGB] - Thursday November 5 2026
Ofcom has agreed to the RSGB request to extend the 146-147MHz NoV for a further year. It is available on a non-interference basis and the NoV is subject to a 30-day notice period of change or withdrawal. Ofcom’s objective in making this spectrum available is to encourage radio amateurs to experiment and test new communications schemes […]
3 December – International Day of Persons with Disabilities
[IARU R1] - Monday November 2 2026
On December 3rd, we celebrate Radio Amateurs with Disabilities (PDRA) and their valuable contribution to the amateur radio community. Amateur Radio has no barriers. With the right support and adaptations, everyone can communicate, connect, experiment, and contribute. PDRA is not…
Formal start of new EC
[IARU R1] - Saturday October 31 2026
On 23 September a new Executive Committee was elected at the General Conference in Vienna. Following our constitution this new EC starts its period of office on the last day of the calendar month following the end of the General…
Register your school, university or youth group for YOTA Month
[RSGB] - Friday October 30 2026
Are you part of a school, college or university amateur radio club? Or maybe you are part of a Scout, Girlguiding or Cadet group and would like to host an amateur radio activity? Youngsters On The Air Month starts in December and the RSGB is looking for groups to get involved and host special event […]
Two new RSGB Convention lectures now on YouTube
[RSGB] - Friday October 30 2026
The RSGB has released the first of its 2026 Convention presentations for radio amateurs to enjoy via its YouTube channel. Hear from RSGB Board members in ‘A discussion with the Board’. During this informative session you will receive updates about the Society’s strategy and associated activities. The second video to be shared is an engaging […]
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This week, we’re looking at a few antenna projects that might spark some interest for those running VHF/UHF. There's a good bit on J-poles, specifically for 2 meters and dual-band operation, using everything from twin lead to copper pipe. We also have a solid 5/8-wavelength vertical build for 2 meters that avoids loading coils, which is always a plus for efficiency. Beyond the hardware, there's a handy utility for Windows users who need virtual serial ports—something that comes up often when integrating various logging or control software. And for those still honing their CW skills, or just curious, a browser-based Morse code decoder that works from images could be quite useful. These selections touch on practical builds and software tools that can enhance both home station and portable setups.

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