Management
Homeland Security Outfits Homes for Ariz. Employees With Fancy Countertops, Walk-in Pantries
Customs and border agency paid a premium for land and unnecessary amenities, watchdog says.
Pay & Benefits
IRS Can Now Withdraw Money from Your TSP Account to Collect on Tax Debts
Final rule aims to fix "loophole" that benefited federal employees.
Management
Veterans and the Environment Are Winners in Latest Agency Management Efforts
OMB director touts progress toward agency performance goals.
Management
Networking Can Make People Feel Physically Dirty
Research shows schmoozing for career growth can make your skin crawl—literally. It doesn't have to be that way.
Management
Former FBI Director Will Review NFL's Handling of Ray Rice Incident
The investigation will be independent, overseen by two owners not directly involved in the Rice incident.
Defense
Should the U.S. Revoke Passports of Americans Fighting for ISIS?
Several lawmakers say that’s essential to keeping them from attacking U.S. soil.
Tech
Here's What Congress Tweeted While Obama Was Asking for Their Support Against ISIL
On Twitter, Congress's reaction during and immediately after the speech was either disparaging, supportive, or completely off-topic.
Management
Cutting Red Tape: It's Time to Sweat the Small Stuff
Large program waste is easy to see, but don't overlook the daily complexities.
Oversight
Play of the Day: A Prerecorded Reaction To The President's Speech
Stephen Colbert had some thoughts hours before Obama spoke.
Management
The Complete Guide to Having a Productive Weekend
Rest up and stay away from monotony are just two of the tips.
Defense One
Islamic State Unites Congress, But Lawmakers Diverge on the Way Forward
The Islamic State may have provoked rare unity in a dysfunctional Congress -- but lawmakers’ support for Obama’s strategy comes with crucial caveats. By Molly O’Toole
News
Can't Get Tickets to the White House Tour? Try This Instead.
A new museum showcases some historical gems.
Oversight
Are Federal Agencies Spending Millions to Stop IGs from Doing Their Jobs?
Three inspectors general tell House panel of document denials they say violate law.
Nextgov
Why QR Code Readers Could Replace Pen-and-Paper Signatures at Some Agencies
Verizon ID service makes it possible to ink contracts or access government watch lists by pointing phones at QR codes.
Pay & Benefits
Feds Can Donate to More Charities, But Will They?
The annual Combined Federal Campaign runs through Dec. 15.
Defense
Vote on Spending Bill Postponed Amid Syria Debate
White House wants authority to arm Syrian rebels, but Republicans are wary.
Management
Obamacare Hasn’t Driven Up Employers' Health Care Premiums
Employer-based health care coverage is seeing modest price increases.
Oversight
House Benghazi Select Committee Finally Gets Around to Holding a Hearing
The special House committee had disappeared from public view after it was created in May.
Defense