PUBLISHED: APR 12, 2026INDEXED: APR 13, 2026, 7:51 AM

NPR News: 04-12-2026 2PM EDT

Key Takeaways

  • ARRL launches app for 2025 Dayton Hamvention

    The 2025 Dayton Hamvention is right around the corner. It includes Hamvention's full program. You can browse and schedule the forums, preview the extensive list of exhibitors and find all the events that are happening.

    Sierra Harrop
  • FCC moves electronics testing to US labs

    The FCC plans to tighten its requirements for testing of electronic devices made in countries such as China before they can be sold to US consumers. 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 requirement for licenses

    The Brazilian regulator will no longer require Morse code for amateur licenses under the changes that have been under consideration since 2020. The resolution also grants hams the ability to operate on citizens' band 11 meter frequencies.

    Will Rogers
  • DLARC receives grant for radio history preservation

    ARDC has awarded a second grant to the Internet Archives Digital Library of Amateur Radio and Communications. The grant will allow Dlarc to continue curating and preserving historical content related to Ham Radio for an additional two years.

    Joshua Marler
  • Amazon begins Kuiper satellite constellation launch phase

    Amazon kicks off its satellite constellation with a launch of its first group of satellites for the Kuiper network. Changes are announced in the ARRL Atlantic Division. Spacex is thinking about entering a spectrum battle with another satellite operator.

    George Bowen
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