ham radio

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Some in Taiwan have pivoted toward survivalism, packing go-bags, stockpiling daily essentials and learning ham radio to prepare for internet blackouts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

In Topanga, Najah has a ham radio license so she can stay informed when power and cell service inevitably go down.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 24, 2025

Meanwhile, in his attempt to tune into Radio Luxembourg, Robert Rowlands was picking up the gang's walkie-talkie conversations on his ham radio.

From BBC • Nov. 16, 2024

About 30 ham radio operators were assigned across these hubs to relay information to the city and back to residents.

From Seattle Times • May 6, 2024

“Earthquake … shakin’,” Gerry reported over his ham radio at 8:32 a.m.

From "Mountain of Fire" by Rebecca E. F. Barone