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Hackers Compromise Porn, Improve CNET’s Security, and Reveal Malware Ingredients
Just another week in ThreatWatch, our regularly updated index of noteworthy data breaches.
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Here's What It Will Take to 3-D Print Replacement Rocket Parts in Space
Start with the government designing a research roadmap, NRC says.
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North Carolina Might Block Counties Looking to Boost Teacher Pay
Local control remains a contentious issue in the Tar Heel State.
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Dunford Didn’t Endorse Plan to Pull Troops from Afghanistan by 2017
The president’s plan for withdrawing from Afghanistan can’t escape comparisons to Iraq – even from his top commander. By Molly O’Toole
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Michigan Suburb Blocks Street on Detroit Border
Grosse Pointe Park’s traffic-calming blockade raises boundary questions and stirs cross-border tensions.
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Hamas Interrupts Israeli TV with Urgent Message
A Channel 10 satellite broadcast was briefly hacked by the Palestinian Islamist group.
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You Can’t Fight Terrorists By Partnering With Guys Like Maliki
The U.S. needs to choose better counterterrorism partners than the likes of Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki. By Michael J. Quigley
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If the Pentagon Buys Less, It Needs to Invest More
If the military is supposed to use the peace to prepare for the next war, it has to spend more on research & development. By Gen. Norton A. Schwartz and Col. Tom Harrison
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The Pattern in CDC's Mishandling of Anthrax, Bird Flu and Botulism
Multiple incidents reveal inadequate culture of safety.
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How Cyber Scary Is It Outside Today?
Nextgov's new iPhone app measures threat levels for every sector and dissects daily hacks.
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Bitcoin Could Become Gold Standard at Ft. Knox Florist
Petals and Blooms, located inside the military base, accepts the e-currency for online purchases.
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Open Gov Backers Launch ‘Free Law’ Group
Officials in New York City, D.C., San Francisco, Chicago and Boston hope other jurisdictions join their movement.
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Lawsuit Alleges DEA Will Trade Crack For Help on Investigations
Man is seeking damages for "severe emotional and physical harm."
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Why a Detection-Centric Approach to Cybersecurity is the Wrong Path for Federal
While detection is a key aspect of any complete program, a logical approach shows prevention is always preferred.
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Distrust in Government, Science Fuel New Mexico Fluoride Fight
A county official gets more than she bargained for when she tackles the issue.
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4 Times the Federal Government Held State Highway Funding Hostage
If Congress loses the Highway Trust Fund, it would also lose a powerful tool to keep states in line.
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OPM Helps Managers Visualize Personnel Data
Tool aims to help leaders boost employee engagement, OPM says.
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British Ambassador to Speak On NATO and the Changing Face of Transatlantic Security
Join us as Defense One hosts an address and live conversation with British Amb. Peter Westmacott on NATO and Transatlantic Security. By Kevin Baron
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Unclear Whether OPM Hackers Accessed Feds’ Names
No evidence "personally identifiable information" was lost, but names are not PII.
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