Defense One
Why There Will Be A Robot Uprising
The bad news is that the robot uprising is likely. The good news is that it’s not too late to stop it. By Patrick Tucker
Defense
Edward Snowden Makes Surprise Guest Appearance at Putin Q&A
Snowden appeared via webcam to ask Putin to share his stance on mass surveillance of civilians.
Pay & Benefits
Eric Holder Doesn’t Deserve to Be Paid, Republican Lawmakers Say
Group introduces bill to prohibit feds held in contempt of Congress from receiving their salaries.
Defense One
The Science of Unmasking Russian Forces in Ukraine
The incursion of masked gunmen into Ukraine shows that knowing who you are fighting has become critical to victory. By Patrick Tucker
Nextgov
Pentagon Plans to Ax Missile-Interceptor Redesign If Sequestration Returns
The automatic cuts are slated for a comeback in 2016.
Defense One
Number of Foreign Fighters in Syria Jumped from 800 to 8,000 in the Past Year
Once a two-sided war, CENTCOM’s Gen. Austin calls today’s Syria ‘the most complex problem I’ve seen.’ By Kevin Baron
Defense One
Where Genocide Is Most Likely To Happen Next
One university team may have found a way to predict the world’s next genocides. By Ben Watson and Kedar Pavgi
Defense
Biden, Survivors Pay Tribute on Anniversary of Boston Marathon Bombings
Vice president says recovery has been inspirational.
Nextgov
Repurposing Old Drones to Bring Wi-Fi to War Fighters
DARPA’s turning unmanned aerial vehicles into very mobile hotspots.
Defense One
Planning for Withdrawal in Afghanistan May Be Smart, But It’s Not Wise
Getting the new Afghan president to sign a troop deal will require a steady hand through the next several months of political uncertainty. By Daniel Markey
Defense
The FBI Thinks It Can Pass Off Downtown D.C. as Shanghai
Film warns American students about becoming spies while studying abroad.
Defense One
Here’s a Map of the World’s Fastest Growing Militaries
Twenty-three nations have doubled their defense spending in the past decade. By Ben Watson and Kedar Pavgi
Defense One
How the Internet Could Have Predicted the Invasion of Ukraine
Software programs and publicly available satellite imagery can help you monitor the crisis in Ukraine like a government spy. By Patrick Tucker
Defense
Defense Team in 9/11 Trial Says the FBI May Be Spying on Them
Emergency motion derails a planned competency hearing at Guantanamo Bay.
Defense
Armed Standoff Over Cattle Grazing on Federal Land Comes to an End
Long-standing dispute escalated last week as BLM officials attempted to seize cattle.
Defense
Why Are So Many Older Veterans Committing Suicide?
Fort Hood shooting shines a spotlight on an overall epidemic, but suicide rates are higher for older generations.
Management
IGs: Intel Sharing Largely Up to Par in Run-Up to Boston Bombing
Report cites missed opportunity in suspect’s trip to Russia.
Defense
Commentary: Defense Civilian Layoffs Won’t be Pleasant, But They Are Necessary
The 15 percent cut mandated in the REDUCE Act would rebalance the Pentagon’s workforce.
Defense One
The Navy Just Turned Seawater Into Jet Fuel
Researchers announce a major breakthrough, but don’t go filling your F-18 with ocean water just yet. By Patrick Tucker
Oversight