APR 12, 2026

NPR News: 04-12-2026 3PM EDT

Key Takeaways

  • Dayton Hamvention launches new ARRL events app

    Hundreds of our fellow hams have already installed the app this week and are using it.

    Sierra Harrop
  • FCC bans electronics testing by foreign adversaries

    The Commission will review an order this month that bans device testing conducted by labs that are, quote, owned or controlled directly by entities that pose national security risks.

    Don Hulick
  • Brazil removes Morse code requirements for licenses

    The Brazilian regulator will no longer require Morse code for amateur licenses under the changes that have been under consideration since 2020.

    Will Rogers
  • Digital radio library secures two-year extension grant

    The grant will allow Dlarc to continue curating and preserving historical content related to Ham Radio for an additional two years.

    Joshua Marler
  • Amazon launches first satellites for Kuiper network

    Amazon kicks off its satellite constellation with a launch of its first group of satellites for the Kuiper network.

    George Bowen
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