August 2026
65 articles
- DXDX-World·
DX: KH8/KU4HO Active from American Samoa
Listen for KH8/KU4HO operating from American Samoa, providing a solid opportunity to log this sought-after Pacific entity on the HF bands.
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DX: YJ0BP Activating Vanuatu
DXers can look forward to activity from Vanuatu under the callsign YJ0BP. Keep an eye on various HF bands for this Pacific DXCC entity.
Read at DX-World - AstronomyAstronomisk Selskab·
Danish Astronomical Society Announces Spring Lecture Series
The Danish Astronomical Society has presented its spring lecture series, featuring talks on astronomy, space exploration, and stargazing for enthusiasts.
Read at Astronomisk Selskab - SatellitesDARC – Deutscher Amateur-Radio-Club·
Astro Pi Challenge: Run Your Code on the ISS
ESA and the Raspberry Pi Foundation invite young people to write code to run on computers aboard the International Space Station, offering hands-on experience with space science and sensor data.
Read at DARC – Deutscher Amateur-Radio-Club - Contests & eventsDARC – Deutscher Amateur-Radio-Club·
Weekly Contests: Upcoming Events in Week 36
DARC highlights the week's amateur radio contests on HF and VHF/UHF bands, perfect for contesters looking to rack up points over the weekend.
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DX: VK9XY Planning Christmas Island Operation
A new DXpedition under callsign VK9XY is preparing to activate Christmas Island, offering a great chance to work a rare island entity.
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DX: JJ0XMT/JD1 on the Air from Ogasawara
Ogasawara is being activated by JJ0XMT/JD1. The remote Japanese archipelago is always a sought-after target for DXers looking for valuable DXCC points.
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DX: V63SC Active from Pohnpei, Micronesia
Operating from the Federated States of Micronesia, V63SC is active from Pohnpei Island. Keep an ear out on HF for a welcome Pacific QSO.
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DX: C5H Transmitting from The Gambia
West African activity is on the air with special callsign C5H from The Gambia, providing an excellent chance to log the country on HF.
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DX: XU7X Active from Cambodia
XU7X is reported active from Cambodia, offering European amateur radio operators a great opportunity to work this Southeast Asian country on the HF bands.
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IOTA: JA8COE Activating Yagishiri Island (AS-147)
JA8COE is heading out to activate Yagishiri Island (IOTA AS-147), making it an attractive target for dedicated island hunters.
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D44TWO Active from Cape Verde
D44TWO is active from the island nation of Cape Verde off the West African coast. Operators have good chances to log the archipelago on the HF bands in the coming days. Check the DX cluster for live frequencies and modes.
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Two VK0 Stations Active from Antarctica
Two Australian amateur stations using VK0 callsigns are on the air from Antarctica, offering a rare opportunity to log a QSO with the South Polar region on HF. Keep an eye on polar propagation conditions.
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5X2Z Reported Active from Uganda
Uganda is on the airwaves under the callsign 5X2Z. The station is expected to be active across several HF bands and modes, providing a welcome opportunity for DXers needing the country on specific slots.
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XR0Z: DXpedition to Alexander Selkirk Island (SA-101)
A DXpedition under the callsign XR0Z is planned for rare Alexander Selkirk Island in the Juan Fernández archipelago (IOTA SA-101). The island is highly sought after by DXCC and IOTA chasers alike, with multiple operators participating.
Read at DX-World - SatellitesAMSAT News·
AMSAT Weekly Bulletin: Latest Amateur Satellite News
The AMSAT weekly bulletin features updates on operational amateur satellites, operating frequencies, and upcoming launches—essential info for operators active via LEO birds or geostationary transponders.
Read at AMSAT News - Contests & eventsNewsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio·
ARRL EME Contest: Moonbounce on VHF and Microwaves
The ARRL invites hams to its traditional EME contest, featuring Earth-Moon-Earth communications from 50 MHz through the microwave bands. It is an exciting technical challenge for weak-signal enthusiasts.
Read at Newsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio - DXDX-World·
KH0/JR1FKR Operating from Saipan
JR1FKR is active as KH0/JR1FKR from Saipan in the Northern Mariana Islands. Operations will span multiple HF bands on CW, SSB, and digital modes. Favorable band openings should yield solid Pacific contacts.
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JD1/JG1PFR Active from the Ogasawara Islands
The Ogasawara Islands can currently be worked via JD1/JG1PFR. As a sought-after Pacific DXCC entity, operators should monitor the higher HF bands for openings into Asia.
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TF/PD9DX Active from Iceland
PD9DX is operating from Iceland using the callsign TF/PD9DX. The station is expected across several HF bands, offering good chances for a quick contact to the northwest and a great catch for European award chasers.
Read at DX-World - Gear & firmwareDARC – Deutscher Amateur-Radio-Club·
Highlights from the Tokyo Ham Fair
A roundup of news from the Tokyo Ham Fair, spotlighting the latest transceivers, new gear announcements, and prototype technologies revealed by major manufacturers.
Read at DARC – Deutscher Amateur-Radio-Club - Space weatherNewsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio·
ARRL Solar Update: Solar Activity and HF Propagation
The latest ARRL Solar Update reviews current sunspot numbers and geomagnetic conditions, providing an overview of expected shortwave band conditions for the coming period.
Read at Newsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio - DXDX-World·
DX: HP/WE9G Active from Panama
WE9G is active as HP/WE9G from Panama, providing amateur radio operators with solid opportunities to work Central America on the HF bands.
Read at DX-World - Space weatherARRL News·
Space Weather: M-Class Solar Flare and Moderate Activity
Solar activity has been at moderate levels following an M2.2 flare from region 4513 alongside a 10.7 cm radio burst. However, no Earth-directed coronal mass ejection was observed.
Read at ARRL News - Contests & eventsARRL News·
Upcoming Challenge: ARRL EME Contest
The ARRL EME Contest gives VHF and microwave enthusiasts the chance to make moonbounce contacts across multiple contest weekends scheduled around optimal lunar conditions.
Read at ARRL News - Gear & firmwareNewsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio·
New Software: HFPilot App Estimates HF Propagation
The new mobile app HFPilot allows amateur radio operators to quickly estimate HF conditions and signal propagation directly from their smartphones before and during operating sessions.
Read at Newsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio - AstronomyNASA APOD·
Vibrant Aurora Borealis Over Icelandic Waterfall
NASA's APOD features a spectacular image of the aurora borealis above Skógafoss in Iceland. The intense geomagnetic activity behind the display reflects solar particle emissions that also create intriguing high-band propagation.
Read at NASA APOD - Club newsRSGB News·
RSGB Resumes Tonight@8 Webinar Series
The RSGB is returning with its popular online technical lecture series Tonight@8, which can be viewed internationally by interested radio amateurs.
Read at RSGB News - Gear & firmwareDARC – Deutscher Amateur-Radio-Club·
Technical Lecture: Reading and Using Smith Charts
Smith charts are powerful tools for analyzing impedance and matching in RF circuits and antennas. DARC is presenting a technical webinar covering core principles and practical applications, ideal for hams working with VNAs.
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DX: T32AZ Active from Kiritimati, Eastern Kiribati
T32AZ is active from Kiritimati (Christmas Island) in Eastern Kiribati, offering DXers a sought-after Pacific entity and a rare prefix for their logs.
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Upcoming DXpedition to Grenada (J3)
A new DXpedition to the Caribbean island of Grenada is in the works. The team will give radio amateurs worldwide a chance to log J3 across multiple bands and modes. Frequency and schedule details will follow soon.
Read at DX-World - Space weatherDARC – Deutscher Amateur-Radio-Club·
Space Weather: Delayed CME May Impact HF Propagation
An anticipated coronal mass ejection (CME) from the Sun is running late but could impact Earth's magnetic field at any time. This could trigger geomagnetic disturbances and affect HF propagation. Keep an eye on auroral activity and MUF changes.
Read at DARC – Deutscher Amateur-Radio-Club - Gear & firmwareNewsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio·
DXChrono Desktop App Released
Peter Goodhall, MM9SQL, has released DXChrono Desktop. The software is designed for radio amateurs and DX chasers to simplify timekeeping and logging during DX operations.
Read at Newsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio - GeneralAmateur Radio Daily·
Zero Retries Digital Conference 2026 to Focus on Digital Radio
The annual ZRDC event will take place in California this October, gathering radio amateurs and developers to focus on digital innovation and emerging protocols in amateur radio through talks and technical presentations.
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C6AAG Active from the Bahamas
Look out for C6AAG operating on the HF bands from the Bahamas. The Bahamas is always popular on the air, offering great opportunities for a Caribbean QSO across multiple bands and modes.
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Weekly DX Bulletin from DX-World
DX-World has released its weekly roundup of current and upcoming DX activity. The bulletin provides an overview of rare activations and planned DXpeditions worldwide.
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Weekly DX Bulletin from DX-World
DX-World has published its weekly roundup of current and upcoming DX activities. The bulletin provides an overview of rare activations and planned DXpeditions worldwide.
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3W9C Activates Hòn Sơn Island (AS-128)
The 3W9C DXpedition is active from Hòn Sơn Island in Vietnam (IOTA AS-128), offering a great opportunity for IOTA chasers and DXers to log a sought-after island.
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HK0/PY8WW QRV from San Andrés Island
PY8WW is active from the Caribbean island of San Andrés as HK0/PY8WW. Watch the DX cluster for frequencies and modes if you need this DXCC entity in your log.
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HB040A Special Event Station Active from Liechtenstein
Special event station HB040A is on the air from Liechtenstein, providing a great opportunity to put this small principality in your log across multiple bands.
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H49A Active from the Solomon Islands
DX chasers have the chance to work the Solomon Islands via special callsign H49A. Activity from this sought-after Pacific destination spans several HF bands.
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New DXpedition to Tokelau Announced as ZK3ZL
A new DXpedition under the callsign ZK3ZL has been announced for the rare Pacific entity of Tokelau. This gives hams a great chance to log a sought-after DXCC entity on HF. Further operational details will be released soon.
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V5/HB9BFM Active from Namibia
Swiss operator HB9BFM is active from Namibia as V5/HB9BFM. Expect activity on several HF bands with good propagation chances into Europe.
Read at DX-World - Gear & firmwareAmateur Radio Daily·
DXChrono Desktop Combines Propagation and Live DX Spots in 3D
DXChrono Desktop is a new tool that combines greyline, solar indices, live DX spots, PSK Reporter, SOTA/POTA, and satellites on an interactive 3D globe. It integrates with Cloudlog and N1MM Logger+ and serves well as a shack info display.
Read at Amateur Radio Daily - Gear & firmwareNewsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio·
Build an Open-Source Flipper Zero Alternative with ESP32-DIV
A new open-source project demonstrates how to build a wireless multi-tool based on the ESP32-DIV. The hardware allows makers and hams to experiment with signal analysis and RF protocols in a compact DIY format.
Read at Newsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio - DXDX-World·
J38DX and J38LD Active from Grenada
Grenada is on the air with callsigns J38DX and J38LD. DX chasers should keep an eye on the HF bands, where operations are planned across multiple bands and modes.
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P29YY QRV from Papua New Guinea
DX station P29YY is active from Papua New Guinea. This is a great opportunity to log a sought-after Pacific DXCC entity when propagation paths open toward Oceania.
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FR/ZS6AJG Active from Réunion Island
Operator ZS6AJG is active from Réunion Island in the Indian Ocean under the callsign FR/ZS6AJG. Listen for him on the HF bands during his stay.
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Rare Arctic DX: RI1FJZ QRV from Franz Josef Land
Callsign RI1FJZ is active from the remote Arctic archipelago of Franz Josef Land. This is a highly sought-after DXCC entity, so keep an eye on the DX cluster for operating frequencies and times.
Read at DX-World - Space weatherAmateur Radio Daily·
HAARP Conducts New HF Transmission Campaign
The HAARP research facility in Alaska is running a new transmission campaign in late August. Transmissions occur between 2.8 and 10 MHz, depending on ionospheric conditions. Radio amateurs and SWLs are invited to listen for signals.
Read at Amateur Radio Daily - Gear & firmwareAmateur Radio Daily·
New HFPilot App Predicts HF Propagation Offline
HFPilot is a new tool for radio amateurs that calculates shortwave propagation conditions entirely offline. The software provides an overview of optimal frequencies and times for global DX contacts directly on your PC.
Read at Amateur Radio Daily - Contests & eventsFöreningen Sveriges Sändareamatörer·
25th Nordic DX and Contest Meeting to Be Held in Finland
The traditional Nordic DX Contest Meeting will convene for the 25th time in Finland, bringing together active contesters and DXers from across the Nordic countries for technical presentations and networking.
Read at Föreningen Sveriges Sändareamatörer - DXDX-World·
V47YA and V47RCX Active from St. Kitts & Nevis
Operators are active from St. Kitts & Nevis using callsigns V47YA and V47RCX across multiple HF bands and modes. Keep an eye on the DX cluster for current frequencies.
Read at DX-World - Club newsRSGB News·
RSGB Announces Board Leadership Transition
The Radio Society of Great Britain (RSGB) is executing a planned leadership change on its board of directors. The move is part of the society's regular leadership rotation and strategic development for amateur radio.
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KH8WW QRV from American Samoa
American Samoa is being activated under the callsign KH8WW. This is a sought-after DXCC entity for European amateurs, with activity expected across several HF bands.
Read at DX-World - Gear & firmwareRSGB News·
RSGB Webinar: Building Projects with Low-Cost Tools
Tom Wardill, M9TWM, presents a talk on budget-friendly electronic homebrewing. The presentation highlights affordable yet functional tools suitable for the amateur radio builder.
Read at RSGB News - Gear & firmwareDX-World·
Club Log Launches Mobile App for iOS and Android
Popular online log service Club Log is now available as a dedicated mobile app for iOS and Android, making it quick and convenient to check logs, DX spots, and statistics on smartphones and tablets.
Read at DX-World - Gear & firmwareNewsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio·
RepeaterLive Offers Up-to-Date Repeater Directory
The RepeaterLive service has introduced an updated repeater database focusing on real-time operational status, helping users find active repeaters while filtering out obsolete frequency listings.
Read at Newsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio - SatellitesNewsreel – This Week in Amateur Radio·
Weekly Satellite News from AMSAT (ANS-235)
AMSAT has released weekly bulletin ANS-235 featuring news on amateur radio satellites and active transponders, covering operational statuses and upcoming satellite launches.
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RI1FJL Active from Rare Franz Josef Land
The Arctic territory of Franz Josef Land is active under the callsign RI1FJL. As a rare and highly sought-after DXCC entity, heavy pileups are expected across the HF bands.
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Italian DXpedition to Senegal as 6W/I2YSB and 6W/IK2HKT
Experienced operators from Italy are active from Senegal across multiple amateur bands. Operating on CW, SSB, and digital modes, the DXpedition offers great contact opportunities.
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Activity from Namibia with V51WH and V55Y
Activity is reported from Namibia under the callsigns V51WH and V55Y. The stations are operating on the traditional HF bands. Listen out for openings to Southern Africa.
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XT2MAX On the Air from Burkina Faso
The callsign XT2MAX is active from Burkina Faso on HF. Operating across several bands, the station offers a solid opportunity to add a new African contact to the log.
Read at DX-World - SatellitesAMSAT News·
Weekly Satellite News in AMSAT ANS-235
AMSAT has released its weekly news bulletin, ANS-235. The bulletin brings together the latest news on amateur radio satellites, frequency changes, and upcoming launches.
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C5R DX Operation from The Gambia
The Gambia is being activated under the special callsign C5R. Geared toward DXers and contest enthusiasts worldwide, the team focuses on efficient HF operations.
Read at DX-World