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sat04apr(apr 4)3:00 pmsun05(apr 5)3:00 pmRepeating EventSP DX Contest CW3:00 pm - 3:00 pm (5)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByPZKTypeHF ContestModesCW

sat04apr(apr 4)4:00 pmsun05(apr 5)4:00 pmRepeating EventEA RTTY ContestEA RTTY Contest4:00 pm - 4:00 pm (5)(GMT-11:00) Event Organized ByURETypeHF ContestModesRTTY

sat11apr(apr 11)7:00 amsun12(apr 12)1:00 pmRepeating EventJapan International DX Contest CW7:00 am - 1:00 pm (12)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByJARLTypeHF ContestModesCW

sat11apr(apr 11)12:00 pmsun12(apr 12)11:59 amRepeating EventOK OM DX Contest SSB12:00 pm - 11:59 am (12)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByCRC SZRTypeHF ContestModesSSB

sat11apr(apr 11)12:00 pmsun12(apr 12)6:00 pmRepeating EventIG-RY World Wide RTTY Contest12:00 pm - 6:00 pm (12)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByIG RTTYTypeHF ContestModesRTTY

sat11apr(apr 11)9:00 pmsun12(apr 12)9:00 pmRepeating EventYuri Gagaring CW Contest9:00 pm - 9:00 pm (12)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByYuri Gagarin ContestTypeHF ContestModesCW

sat18apr12:00 am11:59 pmRepeating EventWorld Amateur Radio Day12:00 am - 11:59 pm(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByIARUTypeSpecial EventModesCW,DIGITAL,SSB

sat18apr(apr 18)6:00 amsun19(apr 19)5:59 amRepeating EventWorked All Provinces of China DX Contest6:00 am - 5:59 am (19)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByMulan DX ClubTypeHF ContestModesCW,SSB

sat18apr(apr 18)9:00 amsun19(apr 19)11:59 pmRepeating EventCQMM DX Contest9:00 am - 11:59 pm (19)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByCWJF GroupTypeHF ContestModesCW

sat25apr(apr 25)12:00 pmsun26(apr 26)11:59 amRepeating EventSP DX Contest RTTY12:00 pm - 11:59 am (26)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByPZKTypeHF ContestModesRTTY

sat25apr(apr 25)1:00 pmsun26(apr 26)12:59 pmRepeating EventHelvetia Contest HF1:00 pm - 12:59 pm (26)(GMT+00:00) Event Organized ByUSKATypeHF ContestModesCW,DIGITAL,SSB

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Anytone AT-778UV FM Dual Band Transceiver

The Anytone AT-778UV is a popular dual-band FM transceiver known for its affordability and solid features. Operating on VHF (144-148 MHz) and UHF (440-450 MHz) bands, it offers selectable power outputs of 25W, 15W, or 5W. Its bright 180-degree TFT LCD display and intuitive interface enhance usability in various settings. While it delivers good audio quality and a robust build, it lacks a dedicated volume knob and may heat up during extended use. Overall, it's an excellent entry-level choice for amateur radio enthusiasts.

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[ARRL] - Friday April 24 2026
Solar activity remained at low levels this past week with numerous C1flares from Region 4420, which exhibited growth during the period.Region 4419 showed minor decay, particularly in its trailing spots,while producing a lone C1.0 flare. Region 4422 was numbered duringthe period but remained inactive. No Earth-directed CMEs wereobserved in coronagraph imagery.Solar activity is expected to contin...
[RSGB] - Friday April 24 2026
The new Board met on 18 April 2026 after the AGM and took the following decisions: To co-opt Dr Stewart Bryant, G3YSX onto the Board under Article 37. The Board then elected Dr Bryant as Board Chair. The purpose of these decisions is to allow newly elected Directors to learn more about the Society and […]
[RSGB] - Friday April 24 2026
Tickets for the RSGB 2026 Convention go on sale on Friday, 1 May, and ahead of this the Society has made some exciting announcements. Not only has it released the first round of speakers, including one on a highly anticipated DXpedition, but it has also shared details of two new workshops that will be taking […]
[RSGB] - Friday April 24 2026
Monday 27 April is World Morse Day. The day honours the birthday of the inventor of Morse code, Samuel Morse, who was born on this day in 1791. The RSGB is continuing its annual celebrations of this day by releasing a video with a question in Morse code for you to answer, which this year […]
[RSGB] - Friday April 24 2026
Monday 27 April is World Morse Day. The day honours the birthday of the inventor of Morse code, Samuel Morse, who was born on this day in 1791. The RSGB is continuing its annual celebrations of this day by releasing a video with a question in Morse code for you to answer, which this year […]
[ARRL] - Wednesday April 22 2026
Dayton Hamvention 2026 features a wide range of forums to appeal to amateur radio operators of all interests, experience levels, and ages. The Hamvention Forums Committee has assembled a diverse lineup covering technical topics, operating skills, and emerging interest areas. On opening day, Friday, May 15, there are 22 forums beginning at 9:15 AM with HamSCI: The Ham Radio Science Citizen Inves...
[RSGB] - Wednesday April 22 2026
Tickets for the RSGB 2026 Convention go on sale on Friday, 1 May, and ahead of this the Society has made some exciting announcements. Not only has it released the first round of speakers, including one on a highly anticipated DXpedition, but it has also shared details of two new workshops that will be taking […]
[RSGB] - Wednesday April 22 2026
Tickets for the RSGB 2026 Convention go on sale on Friday 1 May, and ahead of this the Society has made some exciting announcements. Not only has it released the first round of speakers, including one on a highly anticipated DXpedition, but it has also shared details of two new workshops that will be taking […]
[ARRL] - Monday April 20 2026
The University of Pittsburgh’s Panther Amateur Radio Club (PARC) had a unique opportunity last week...helping NASA track Artemis II’s Orion spacecraft on its mission to the moon and back!Faculty advisor Juan Manfredi, NAØB, said the club responded to a request from NASA to submit a proposal. “We submitted our proposal in September 2025 and were notified in November that our proposal was accepte...
[RSGB] - Saturday April 18 2026
The new Board met on 18 April after the AGM and took the following decisions: To co-opt Dr Stewart Bryant, G3YSX onto the Board under Article 37. The Board then elected Dr Bryant as Board Chair. The purpose of these decisions is to allow newly elected Directors to learn more about the Society and the […]

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