Holy Broadcasting from Ireland and Northern Ireland

European DXers have recently discovered a wonderful new target. On 27 MHz it is possible to receive Catholic mass celebrations from Ireland and Northern Ireland. Hundreds of local churches around the island are broadcasting holy masses live. If you tune in between 27000 and 28000 kHz, you might be able to hear many interesting churches.
 To the Article (January 7, 2015)


How to Identify Chinese Radio Stations

China is one of the few countries increasing its presence on the medium wave (AM) radio dial, as DXers have been able to observe. Identifying Chinese stations can however be tricky if you don't understand the language. With this guide you will learn how to identify Chinese stations based on just a few keywords and phrases. Don't let the language barrier intimidate you, because DXing Chinese stations can be extremely exciting and rewarding.
 To the Article (January 1, 2014)

Solar-terrestrial indices for 21 August follow. Solar flux 87 and estimated planetary A-index 10. The estimated planetary K-index at 0600 UTC on 22 August was 5. Space weather for the past 24 hours has been moderate. Geomagnetic storms reaching the G2 level occurred. Space weather for the next 24 hours is predicted to be moderate. Geomagnetic storms reaching the G2 level are expected.

Source: NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (updated here in real time every three hours)

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The Ultimate AM DXing Base in Lapland Available for Rent

Imagine spending a week in the middle of nowhere with 13 Beverage antennas — each roughly a kilometer in length and capable of hearing hundreds of rare stations. It's possible because we're making our famous DXpedition base in Aihkiniemi, Finland available for rent to other DXers. Going on a first class DXpedition has never been this easy.
 To the article (updated in November 2013)
 To the latest DXpedition report from Aihkiniemi (December 6, 2014)