The Perseid meteor shower, the best annual shower for Amateur Radio meteor-scatter work, peaks overnight August 12. Unfortunately for viewing purposes, peak activity will happen during daylight hours across North America. Space.com advises stargazers with clear skies to seek out the meteor display during the pre-dawn hours of August 12 and 13, when the absence of bright moonlight will boost yo…
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On July 6, 2012, the White House released an Executive Order that addresses National Security and Emergency Preparedness (NS/EP) communications functions of the federal government. Contrary to some concerns raised in a few Amateur Radio circles, the Order does not appear to contain any threat to the Amateur Service or its ability to continue support communications during times of emergency or d…
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