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Sun fires two X-class flares within hours, hits radio signals

Back-to-Back X-Class Solar Flares Put Space Weather Back in View

A report that the Sun unleashed two X-class solar flares within seven hours, triggering temporary radio outages on Earth, highlights how quickly space weather can move from observation to disruption.

Key Takeaways

The Sun reportedly emitted two X-class solar flares within seven hours.
The activity caused temporary radio outages on Earth.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 25, 2026·via interestingengineering.com

Teletext Is Finding a Second Life on Ham Radio

A decades-old information format is being repurposed for amateur radio, showing how older communications ideas can gain new relevance when paired with modern computers and sound-card tools.

Key Takeaways

IEEE Spectrum describes a teletext revival project built for amateur radio.
The system uses a computer sound card to generate and receive digital tones.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 23, 2026·via spectrum.ieee.org

EU Institutions Reportedly Ban Fully AI-Generated Images and Video in Official Communications

According to Politico, the European Commission, Parliament, and Council have barred press teams from using fully AI-generated images and videos in official communications.

Key Takeaways

Politico reports that the EU Commission, Parliament, and Council have barred fully AI-generated videos and images in official communications.
The institutions say authenticity is a priority for preserving public trust.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 1, 2026·via the-decoder.com