GB2RS News Script for 23 August 2026

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21-Aug-2026, 15:51:00 (https://rsgb.org/main/blog/news/gb2rs/gb2rs-news-scripts/2026/08/21/gb2rs-news-script-for-23-august-2026/)

An action-packed Convention programme

The RSGB has released the full draft programme for its Convention, which takes place from 9 to 11 October 2026 at Kents Hill Park Conference Centre in Milton Keynes. The programme includes details of the inspiring lectures that have been lined up for your enjoyment. They have been organised into three engaging streams: Learn, Connect […]
21-Aug-2026, 15:30:42 (https://rsgb.org/main/blog/news/gb2rs/headlines/2026/08/21/view-the-action-packed-rsgb-convention-programme/)

Experimenters’ Corner at National Hamfest

Do you enjoy amateur radio construction? Or perhaps you enjoy trying out new and emerging technology? Each month RSGB Board Director Mark Jones, G0MGX writes a RadCom column called Experimenters’ Corner which focuses on a new aspect of experimenting within amateur radio. He has also been giving a brief introduction to each column in a […]
21-Aug-2026, 15:29:22 (https://rsgb.org/main/blog/news/gb2rs/headlines/2026/08/21/find-out-more-about-experimenters-corner-at-hamfest/)

Continuing RSGB support for young radio amateurs

The Youngsters On the Air (YOTA) Summer Camp 2026 took place in Wagrain, Austria earlier this month. If you missed out on the daily updates sent by the team of young radio amateurs who represented the RSGB, the daily blogs, photos and some fantastic sketches will remain on the Society’s website to view in your […]
21-Aug-2026, 15:28:39 (https://rsgb.org/main/blog/news/gb2rs/headlines/2026/08/21/the-rsgb-continues-to-support-young-radio-amateurs/)

Also in GB2RS this week…

In the USA, the FCC has released a further proposal for new commercial satellite allocations that overlap existing amateur spectrum. This time the 900MHz, 2.4GHz and 5.7GHz bands are the topic. The ARRL has already made an initial response. Further information and links for this are available via rsgb.org/spectrum-forum. This follows the unwelcome FCC authorisation […]
21-Aug-2026, 15:27:57 (https://rsgb.org/main/blog/news/gb2rs/headlines/2026/08/21/also-in-gb2rs-this-week-533/)

Entrepreneur and Amateur Radio Operator Invests in the Next Generation of Problem Solvers

ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® announced today a historic and transformational $1 million gift from Dr. James M. Galm, W8WTS. An entrepreneur and amateur radio operator who spent his career solving complex energy and engineering challenges, Galm is now investing in the next generation of problem solvers through his support of ARRL.

The gift will directly support ARRL programs a...

21-Aug-2026, 11:19:00 (www.arrl.org)

Kopernik Observatory Seeks Amateur Radio Operators to Track August 19 Balloon Flight

Amateur radio operators in western New York and other northeastern states have an opportunity to help track an educational balloon. Drew Deskur, KA1M, Director of the Kopernik Observatory, a public observatory and informal STEM education center in Vestal, New York, said the balloon was expected to be launched August 19 at 10 AM Eastern (1400 UTC) with Automatic Packet Reporting System (ARPS) an...
18-Aug-2026, 16:01:00 (www.arrl.org)

The ARRL Solar Update

Weekly Highlights and Forecast, August 17, 2026, by NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center:

Solar activity ranged from very low to low levels throughout the
period. No R1 (Minor) or greater events were observed. The largest
flare was a C8.2/Sn at 16/1928 UTC from Region 4506. An associated
CME was observed in LASCO C2 imagery following the C8.2 flare, but
analysis is ongoing in order to determine an...

17-Aug-2026, 19:10:00 (www.arrl.org)

Colombian Amateurs Help in Earthquake Response; Clear Frequencies Requested

ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® reports that amateur radio operators in Colombia are providing significant communications support following the major earthquake and aftershocks that struck the country on August 10, 2026. The death toll has reportedly exceeded 200 people, with many more still missing, and major damage is reported to buildings and infrastructure.

International Ama...

14-Aug-2026, 19:15:00 (www.arrl.org)