Oversight

Power struggle at watchdog agency could undermine nuclear-plant safety

Lawmakers overseeing the Nuclear Regulatory Commission continue to raise questions about whether it is functioning effectively.

Pay & Benefits

Government wants more ethics rules for Afghanistan reconstruction employees

Regulation would require workers get approval for some activities.

Management

GAO nudges Pentagon to improve its contractor records

Incomplete databases risk violating rules on inherently governmental functions.

Defense

'Time is not infinite' for Iran to give up nuclear ambitions, White House says

Press Secretary Jay Carney says 'window is closing.'

Management

Pentagon awarded veteran-owned contracts to illegitimate firms

Inspector general suggests ending contractor self-verification.

Defense

The Navy will give you $119 a day after a fighter jet destroys your home

Virginia Beach woman who lost her apartment after the accident receives lodging stipend and per diem.

Defense

Afghan forces to lead special operations under new agreement

Deal gives the Afghan military more control over controversial night raids

Defense

Alaska base overhaul circumvents BRAC, lawmakers say

The Pentagon says it doesn’t need Congress’ blessing to realign military installations.

Defense

Fighter jet crashes in Virginia Beach

'Significant damage' reported in the residential apartment complex where the jet crashed.

Defense

Details emerge on coming U.S. offensive in eastern Afghanistan

5,000 U.S. troops to move east, with a focus on Kabul and the Pakistan border.

Defense

Companies commit to flexible jobs for military spouses, veterans

Partners in first lady’s initiative pledge to open about 15,000 positions.

Management

Army to vendors: Shrapnel-proof underwear must be comfy

Solicitation also specifies style -- boxer briefs.

Defense

Death penalty trial for Sept. 11 suspects to restart

Five men face multiple charges in Guantanamo Bay.

Defense

Two U.S. troops reported dead in Afghan attack

Suicide bomber kills 10 in total, including six Afghans, AP reports.

Defense

Video: Clinton -- Communications clearly a 'huge problem' for Syria

U.S. decides to offer technical assistance.

Defense

U.S. offers $10 million for Pakistani militant

Move could further complicate relations between the two countries.

Defense

Arming Syrian rebels is a bad idea, lawmakers warn

The rebels are unknown actors and the government is backed by Iran and Russia, they say.

Defense

Pakistan jails bin Laden family members

Three of the slain terrorist leader's wives and two daughters sentenced for illegally staying in the country.

Management

Analysis: Busting Defense Budgets

Army acquisition officials have wised up, but the choices still aren’t easy.

Defense

Bin Laden spent his last years on the run in Pakistan, wife says

Al Qaeda leader moved among five safe houses, fathered four children.