Radio

A radio is a device that receives and sometimes transmits sound signals through radio waves.

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BBC Radio 4 on Long Wave: The Quiet Signal That Carried a Nation

– It wasn’t just a frequency. It was a companion. A background presence in kitchens, cars, farmhouses, and seaside towns. And for decades, it carried some of the most recognisable sounds in British life.

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Riply delivers first hyperlocal news and intelligence platform to power local radio

– A new approach to modern radio hit the market today as AI startup Riply introduced a real-time local intelligence and content platform that enables radio stations to deliver timely, hyperlocal news without the cost and complexity of traditional newsroom operations.

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Five more areas of the UK get small scale DAB

– Ofcom has today awarded small-scale DAB multiplex licences for five more areas across the UK.

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Trump administration to restore operations at Voice of America

– A federal judge ruled on Tuesday that the near shutdown of Voice of America was unlawful, ordering the government to reinstate more than 1,000 employees who had been placed on leave at the organization.

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The Voice Into the World: A History of the BBC World Service

For nearly a century, the BBC World Service has stood as one of the most enduring and influential international broadcasters

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Community Radio Fund awards £1 million to stations across UK

– Ofcom has announced that 47 community radio stations have successfully been awarded grants following the conclusion the Community Radio Fund, with the total amount of funding awarded reaching over £1 million. 

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Shortwave Radio: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Still Matters

– Shortwave radio might sound like a relic from another era—something your grandparents listened to during wartime or late at night—but it’s very much alive. Even in a world of streaming, satellites, and smartphones, shortwave remains one of the most fascinating and resilient ways humans have ever communicated.

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BBC launches emergency lifeline radio programme for Iran

– The BBC World Service has launched a temporary emergency lifeline radio programme for Iran in response to the ongoing turmoil in the country, and the unprecedented crackdown on protests.

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UK Soldiers to get new AI capable radios, headsets and tablets with futuristic sensor data

– British soldiers will be able to make faster, better decisions on the battlefield through thousands of new radios, headsets and tablets.

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Understanding DMR Radio: What It Is and How It Works

– In the world of modern communication, DMR radios are becoming increasingly popular among businesses, emergency services, hobbyists, and outdoor enthusiasts. But what exactly is DMR, and how does it differ from traditional radio systems? This article will break it down in simple terms.

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