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Vote to Preserve the Battle Harbour Marconi Towers

The Battle Harbour Marconi Towers (Photo: The National Trust of Canada)

The Battle Harbour Marconi Towers, located on Labrador’s rugged coast, are the last of their kind in North America and possibly the world. Built in 1904, they played a pivotal role in early global communications, notably transmitting Admiral Robert Peary’s 1909 North Pole expedition announcement. However, over a century of harsh weather and the impacts of climate change have left them in disrepair, threatening their survival.

Many thanks to David Iurescia, who notes that The National Trust for Canada’s Next Great Save competition offers a chance to secure $50,000 for the restoration of this historic site. Public voting is open from March 31 to April 17, 2025.

Your support will help ensure that the Battle Harbour Marconi Towers continue to inspire and educate.

Click here to vote now and save the Battle Harbour Marconi Towers: https://nextgreatsave.nationaltrustcanada.ca/2025/entry/85

Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Reports and Recordings of CNR and Radio 2 (April 2, 2025)

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Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist Carlos Latuff, who shares illustrated radio listening reports of recent CNR and Radio 2 broadcasts.

Carlos notes:

Myanmar earthquake death toll, Malvinas Veterans Day in Argentina: CNR (China) and Radio 2 (Argentina)

Click here to view on YouTube.

Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Report and Recordings of CNR & CGTN (April 1, 2025)

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Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist, Carlos Latuff, who shares an illustrated radio listening report of recent CNR and CGTN broadcasts.

Carlos notes:

China, ASEAN steps up humanitarian aid to Myanmar: CNR and CGTN Radio

Part of news bulletins from China National Radio (CNR) and China Global Television Network (CGTN) Radio, in Chinese and English respectively, about China and The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) earthquake relief efforts in Myanmar. Listened in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on a Panasonic RF-B11 receiver.

Click here to view on YouTube.

Eye On America: NC radio station becomes voice of recovery after Hurricane Helene

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From CBS Evening News:

After Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, a couple of radio broadcasters played a critical role in keeping residents informed. Now, six months later, they have taken on a new role in the recovery. Skyler Henry reports.

Click here to view on YouTube.

Having experienced the devastation of Hurricane Helene firsthand, I can confirm that this radio station, along with its FM relay, delivered crucial community updates when both internet and mobile phone services failed.?Never underestimate the power of local radio. — Thomas

Geerling Engineering’s Take on the FCC’s “DELETE, DELETE, DELETE” Docket

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Jeff and Joe Geerling provide a quick but insightful overview of the FCC’s “DELETE, DELETE, DELETE” docket, offering their thoughts on its implications—especially from Joe’s perspective as a broadcast engineer. Their discussion is a great starting point for understanding how these regulatory changes could impact radio and wireless communications.

Click here to view on YouTube.

I should note that a couple weeks ago I submitted a public comment on the FCC site regarding the importance of the amateur radio service—while this isn’t specifically about deregulating the amateur radio service, I believe it’s always worth reinforcing the value of maintaining our spectrum allocations. Click here for more information on the FCC website.

Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Reports and Recordings of KBS and NHK (March 28-29, 2025)

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Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist, Carlos Latuff, who shares illustrated radio listening report of a recent NHK broadcast.

Carlos notes:

Myanmar earthquake: 1,644 dead, NHK, Japan, 11630 kHz
Part of NHK news bulletin (in Japanese) about the massive earthquake that hit Myanmar. Listened in Porto Alegre, Brazil, on a Panasonic RF-B11 receiver.

Click here to view on YouTube.

Judge Sides with VOA Journalists in Legal Challenge

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Edward R. Murrow Transmitting Station in North Carolina

A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking efforts by the Trump administration to shut down Voice of America (VOA) and other U.S.-funded international broadcasters. The judge determined that the administration’s actions may have exceeded its authority, as the broadcasters were established by Congress.

The court decision follows recent moves to suspend operations and funding for networks like VOA, Radio Marti, and Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty.

Some services have since resumed limited operations while legal challenges continue.

Click here to read the full article on CNN.