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CRA Runs DRM Digital AM Trial in Czechia
Transmission company CRA looks at possibility for reusing analog transmission facilities
The author got his start in radio at college station KNWD(FM) in Natchitoches, La., while in high school and he later served as its general manager. He is the former editor in chief of Radio World International and, since 2012, has worked in marketing and communications for trade associations and non-profits in the Washington, D.C., region.
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Lords Report Rejects End for BBC License Fee
While affirming the importance of traditional broadcasting, it warned more must be done to...
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Australia Demonstrates DRM on AM, FM
Since September 2020, ABC Radio has been quietly trialing DRM technology in Victoria
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DAB+ Listening Sees Increase in Bavaria
Overall radio listening in the German state remains strong no matter the platform
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Broadcast 2040+ Demands OTA Security
Campaign calls for British government to support over-the-air radio and TV for the long...
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Rising Energy Costs Could Spur Digital Migration
Projected cost reductions cited as reason for Germany to accelerate the migration to DAB+
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Radio Pakistan Timber Sale Draws Scrutiny
In an effort to offset rising debts, the state-run broadcaster harvested thousands of trees
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WorldDAB Details Technical State of Swiss DAB
New factsheet will help in testing aftermarket receivers ahead of 2024 FM shutoff
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Radio Comes to Coventry
Coventry University media students get unique opportunities as part of the BBC Radio 1...
News Makers
Ennals Ready for Australian Radio
The new CEO of Commercial Radio Australia discusses his new role leading "one of...
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Japanese Stations Look to Leverage Listener Data
Four stations combine data to optimize, personalize offers
Programming and Sales
Radio Nova Opens ‘The Vinyl Vault’
Dublin rock station mixes a classic medium into its daily programming
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Deutschlandradio Plans Launch of More DAB+ Transmitters
Short-range FM transmitters at six locations will go dark at the end of June...
Programming and Sales
ARC Offers Liverpool FC Concept to Asia
“LFC Radio” looks to reformat stations with a soccer-oriented branded theme
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DAB+ Launch Set for Gold Coast
When services launch on April 4, it will be the 10th Australian city with...
Headlines
U.K. DAB Multiplex Relicensing Plan Gains Support
Oversight committee approves extension of DAB multiplex license plan
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Rai Radio Director Proposes 2030 FM Shutdown for Italy
Roberto Sergio points to the energy savings to justify switching to all digital radio
Business and Law
FAA Report Recommends Update to Drone Rules
The recommendations outline new regulations, certifications for "beyond visual line of sight" operation
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A DAB+ Boost Adds 6 Meters to Eiffel Tower
TDF is working to expand its digital radio infrastructure in France
People News
Ford Ennals Headed Down Under
Former Digital Radio UK head succeeds Warner at Commercial Radio Australia
Headlines
New Zealand to Merge Public Radio, TV
New public media entity expected to be operational by July 2023
Headlines
Digital Radio UK to Merge with Radioplayer
The broadcaster-led non-profit will now encompass DAB/DAB+, as well as IP-based platforms
Programming and Sales
U.S. Public Stations Plan Call for Peace
Stations across the country plan to play “Give Peace a Chance” at the same...
Headlines
Radio 555 Unites 10 Dutch Stations to Aid Ukraine
Presenters from competing stations team up to raise €32 million for relief efforts
Headlines
RMF Launches New Station for Ukrainian Refugees
FM station was approved and began operating in just 30 hours
Manufacturers
Wedel Software Suspends Operations in Russia
Raoul Wedel: “I hope … more companies consider cutting all their ties with Russia.”
Global
European Radio Stations Call for Peace in Ukraine
About 150 stations joined to play John Lennon’s “Give Peace a Chance” simultaneously
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Radio Holds Steady in Infinite Dial 2022 South Africa
Edison Research finds significant increases in online listening in the country
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Russian Broadcasters Leave EBU
The move comes after EBU bars Russia from Eurovision 2022 in response to invasion...
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Ziggo Switching off Analog Radio via Cable
Move affects about 5% of the cable operator’s customers
Headlines
Across Europe, Most New Cars Are DAB+ Equipped
DAB+ is standard equipment in 90% of new cars In 13 of the top...
Programming and Sales
VuHaus Recruits KAFM for ‘NPR Live Sessions’
The Colorado station is the 21st public outlet to join the local music discovery...
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Saudi Arabia Launches Its First News Radio Station
Al-Ekhbariya Radio is part of the kingdom’s efforts to develop more local content across...
Headlines
Radio Listening Up Among Younger Brits
Compared to pre-pandemic, survey finds listening increased during the day, at dinner, and while...
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Bauer Media Expands to Portugal
Deal reached to acquire the radio properties of Media Capital
Headlines
Bauer Migrates Streams to Its O&O Platforms
U.K. stations leaving TuneIn, other third-party streaming aggregators
Programming and Sales
Amazon Offers Code-Free Onboarding for Alexa
New system eases process of making radio streams discoverable via Alexa-powered smart speakers
Headlines
British Government Freezes TV License Fee
Annual U.K. fee funds the BBC, including raising about £654 million for BBC Radio
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RTBF Plans for Move from FM
New strategic plan would see the public service broadcaster for French-speaking Belgium shift to...
Headlines
U.K. DAB Multiplexes Renewed to 2035
Acting via legislative order will provide long-term continuity for commercial stations, according to the...
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Medium-Wave Transmitters Go Dark for Czech Public Service
Radiožurnál longwave service also shuttered at the end of 2021