Management
Obama to Cubans: It's Time to 'Leave the Past Behind'
President Obama urges Cubans, and Raúl Castro in particular, to embrace democracy, open markets, and universal human rights.
Nextgov
Phishing Emails Targeting Veterans are on the Rise -- But Don’t Blame this Website, VA Says
To the Web-savvy, the emails are obvious “phishing” attempts. But these particular emails target an especially vulnerable population.
Management
There’s Not Enough Evidence to Say Standing Desks Are Good For Your Health
To sit or to stand: that is the question.
Pay & Benefits
Bill Would Grant 12 Weeks of Paid Leave to All Military Parents
Democratic legislation aims to make maternity and paternity leave equal and consistent across the armed services.
Defense
Pentagon Watchdog Officials Now Under Justice Department Probe
General counsel and former acting IG said to have destroyed documents in NSA disclosure case.
Management
A Moment of Risk and Opportunity in Cuba
As Obama visits the Caribbean country, views in Congress remain sharply divided.
Defense
Explosions Hit Brussels Airport and Metro Station, Killing at Least 26
U.S. Embassy in Brussels asks American citizens to shelter in place and avoid public transportation.
Management
Just Having a Picture of Plants at Your Desk Will Make You Calmer at Work
A quick fix if you can't have the real thing.
Defense
The FBI May Be Able to Unlock the iPhone Without Apple’s Help
The Justice Department is testing a new method to get into the San Bernardino shooter’s phone.
Management
Some React Harshly to Obama Photo in Front of Che Guevara Mural
American conservatives are furious about images taken in Havana with the famous revolutionary in the background. Guevara might be even more upset.
Management
Why Federal Bonus Awards Are a Problem
All the evidence indicates agencies do not manage performance effectively.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Obama's Awkward Moment in Cuba
If Obama doesn't want to look like Raúl Castro's puppet, maybe he should tighten up his arm movements.
Management
Americans Think They Work Harder Than Everyone Else — They Don't
You probably aren't being as productive as you think you are.
Route Fifty
State and Local Daily Digest: Bat Feces, Mold Prompt Fla. State Worker Lawsuit; N.Y. Fantasy Sports Settlement
Also in our news roundup: Colorado's legal marijuana laws stand, for now; a Wisconsin agency considers banning alcohol at its shooting ranges; and will Michigan pay for county response to Flint's water crisis?
Nextgov
What's Next for 18F?
The General Services Administration’s tech hub celebrated its second birthday last week.
Management
Ex-State Department 'Sextortion' Culprit Gets 57 Months in Prison
Phishing scheme run out of London threatened women with blackmail.
Nextgov
NIH Opens Small Business ‘On-Ramp' to $20B Contract
Bids from new small businesses are due by April 18, with awards expected in early 2017.
Management
Sanders's Global Victory Over Clinton
In the Democrats Abroad primary, the Vermont senator beat his rival by a wide margin and picked up nine delegates.
Management
Apple CEO: 'We Need to Decide As a Nation How Much Power the Government Should Have'
Tim Cook used the media attention to his advantage.
Pay & Benefits