Requiem For Long Wave, As The BBC Goes Silent

The BBC has quietly retired its long wave radio service, bringing an end to decades of broadcasting history. According to Hackaday, the shutdown marks a significant moment for radio enthusiasts who've relied on the frequency. The long wave band, operating at much longer wavelengths than FM radio, once dominated the broadcasting landscape before digital streaming accelerated its decline. For radio hobbyists, it's the close of an era that shaped radio culture for generations.

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