Management
The Small Tweaks That Turn an OK Life Into a Great One
There are many small changes anyone can make.
Defense
New Wave of Deportations Likely to Deepen Rift Between Immigrant Communities and the Administration
The administration's system for protecting asylum-seekers and other immigrants has major flaws, ones that have led to deaths following deportations.
Management
Americans Don't Trust Anything
High levels of trust are correlated with greater civic engagement, lower crime rates, and economic growth.
Defense
More than a Small Mention of Fake Islands is in the Pentagon's New China Report
The annual military assessment includes 7 full pages about South China Sea construction, up from 2 paragraphs last yea
Management
Effective Governance Begins With an Effective Transition
Veterans of previous transitions share some hard-earned wisdom.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Donald Trump's Fake Publicist
According to reports, Donald Trump had an alter ego named "John Miller."
Route Fifty
Aggressive Bees Go On Rampage in Bay Area; Craft Brewing Won’t Save Alaska
Also in our State and Local Weekend Digest: Drunken Iowa beachgoers; mysterious Google Maps vehicle in Philly; and New York City toll evaders face Gov. Cuomo’s wrath.
Management
Senate Bill Would Allow Services to Restore Full Per Diem Rates for Defense Travelers
House and Senate versions of NDAA contain changes to a controversial Pentagon policy that reduced per diems for those on extended travel.
Management
Trump’s VA Privatization Plan, Feds Donating to Clinton and More From the Campaign Trail
Meanwhile, Sanders and Clinton are in lockstep opposition to proposed DHS actions.
Management
The Longest TSA Line You've Seen is at Chicago's Midway Airport
It took one YouTube user two and a half minutes to reach the end.
Nextgov
Spy Chief Finally Moves Ahead with Using Social Media in Federal Background Checks
Publicly available social media postings may soon be incorporated into government background investigations.
Nextgov
FDIC Calls ‘Major’ Data Breaches Accidental
The failure of an agency to classify a cyberincident as a "major" one could stall reporting of the incident.
Nextgov
Contractor Working on OPM’s Cyber Upgrades Suddenly Quits, Citing 'Financial Distress'
Sen. Claire McCaskill, D-Mo., said she's “concerned that Imperatis’ default may now delay OPM’s much-needed IT infrastructure and security fixes."
Management
Park Service Defends Partnerships Against Fears of Commercialism
Director Jarvis cites stretched budget, says NPS has engaged corporate America and private philanthropists for 100 years.
Pay & Benefits
Military Pay Raise, TRICARE Reform Bill Advances in Senate
Panel approves NDAA which also calls on Defense to reduce the Senior Executive Service by 25 percent by 2019.
Management
The Most Inspiring Parts of Obama's 22 Graduation Speeches
Inspiration for grads, kids, and adults alike.
Defense
More Fallout From the Iran Sailor Incident
The U.S. Navy relieves an officer of command for his role in the January 12 detention of 10 U.S. sailors by Iranian forces.
Management
America's Last Fighter Jet Makers Scramble to Keep Production Alive
The end is nearing for the F-15, F-16, and F/A-18 lines unless more orders come in soon.
Tech