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I am in need of some help in picking out a new shortwave radio. I no
nothing about them, but I am looking for something for $150 or less.
The SOLE PURPOSE that I need this radio for is to pull in as clearly
as possible any and all radio stations from the UK. Specifically the
BBC stations.


Get the Sony ICF-SW7600GR. Its synchronous detector is a VERY important feature
to have for decent shortwave reception.

http://universal-radio.com/catalog/portable/0360.html

As others have said, any appreciable length of wire clamped to a radio's whip
antenna will usually improve reception of weak signals.

Also, if you're only interested in hearing BBC news, some U.S. AM/FM stations
actually broadcast the BBC news a few times a day. These are typically college
or NPR-type stations, or all news stations. Maybe do a Google search or call
your local stations?