This week's collection of resources brings together a variety of antenna projects and mounting solutions, each offering practical insights for the dedicated amateur radio operator. From verticals to wire antennas, these guides provide valuable knowledge for enhancing your station's capabilities. Whether you're setting up a portable operation or refining your home station, these resources address common challenges and offer innovative solutions. The focus ranges from efficient multiband designs to specialized mounts that preserve your vehicle's integrity. Each resource is grounded in real-world application, ensuring relevance to your operating context, be it HF, VHF/UHF, or beyond.

Guglielmo Marconi did not merely invent a device, he proved to a skeptical world that the atmosphere itself could carry human messages across oceans. This tribute explores the life, vision, and stubborn determination of the man amateur radio operators rightly call the father of long-distance wireless communication.

This week, we've gathered a few items that touch on various aspects of our hobby, from digital networks to tackling common station issues. There's a look at a growing packet network initiative, something that might spark interest for those experimenting with local digital infrastructure. We also have a resource for European frequencies, which can be quite useful for those operating portable or just curious about the RF landscape across the pond. For the DX chasers, a new cluster client is worth a look, offering some integration features. And for those who find themselves battling stray RF, a practical guide on taming a common audio accessory is included. Finally, a popular DMR net is highlighted, a good reminder of the diverse ways hams connect globally.

This week, we're looking at a few items that touch on improving reception, particularly on the lower bands, which often presents challenges for those of us with limited real estate. There's a good piece comparing various low-band receive antennas, including the K9AY and Shared Apex Loop Array, offering some practical alternatives to the traditional Beverage. Speaking of which, we also have a detailed look at constructing a Beverage antenna using a simple wire on the ground—something that comes up often when trying to pull out weak signals. For 160 meters, there's a compact counterpoise design for smaller lots, a clever solution for getting on the top band without needing acres of wire. And for the experimenters, a pocket-sized 20M QRP SSB transceiver project, along with a critical reminder on RF safety and antenna installation risks. Always worth revisiting those fundamentals.

Every April 18, the bands come alive for the same reason they have for a century: to mark the day, in 1925, when amateur radio pioneers met in Paris and founded the International Amateur Radio Union.

WSJT-X 3.0 has moved from Release Candidate to stable, and it marks the most significant update to the weak-signal suite since the introduction of FT8 itself. Parallel decoding, Full Duplex operation, and a redesigned filter system are now in the hands of every operator. Here's what actually matters for your station.

Three astronauts aboard Artemis II are licensed hams. Here's how to listen, from ISS passes on 145.800 MHz to live NASA mission audio via EchoLink and SPACE RoIP.

This week, we’re looking at a few practical builds and modifications that might spark some winter workbench activity. There's a detailed guide for a multi-band portable vertical, the PAC-12 Antenna, which uses easily replaceable loading coils—something that comes up often when you’re trying to cover a lot of ground with minimal gear. For those running an Elecraft KX2, a modification for adding audio I/Q output is presented, useful for external SDR software or a spectrum scope, which can really enhance signal analysis in the field or at the home station. We also have a look at a 40-meter reversible Moxon design, a practical approach to directional antennas without needing a rotator, and a simple 80-meter CW transmitter build for those who enjoy getting on the air with minimal parts. Finally, there's a discussion on optimizing keyboard setups for CW contesting, a small detail that can make a big difference in a pileup.