Management

EPA Partially Adopts OMB’s Guidance on Cost of Regulations

GAO finds estimates on carbon emissions could be sharpened to inform the public.

Defense

What's in the Boxes of Aid Being Dropped Into Iraq?

The ready-to-eat meals range from Indian dinners to ratatouille.

Nextgov

The Navy Battles for ‘E*WARFARE’ Brand

Trademark filings for the logo claim the right to use a lightning bolt.

Defense

Obama Considering Boots on the Ground in Iraq

But the troops would not engage in combat, the White House says.

Management

Infographic: Five Steps to Manage Government Regulations for Contractors

How to deal with an audit, how to ensure compliance and more ways to stick the landing.

Pay & Benefits

Civilians in Iraq To Get Higher Premium Pay

New guidance from OPM extends the pay cap waiver for a longer period.

Pay & Benefits

How Phased Retirement Affects Your TSP

Many of the same rules will still apply for those who partially retire and continue to work part-time.

News

Comparing the Watergate Gang With Lois Lerner

A veteran Washington chronicler is eager to draw contrasts with the drama in today’s polarized government.

Management

All Those Brain Exercises for Your Kids Are a Big Waste of Time

There is little evidence that this has an impact on their performance in math, reading or other every-day activities.

Oversight

There Is No 'Party of Ideas'

Anyone looking for fresh public-policy approaches from Democrats, Republicans, or reform conservatives is bound to be disappointed.

Management

FAA Declares No-Fly Zone Over St. Louis Suburb

As protests over Michael Brown's shooting continue, the federal government gets more involved.

Management

Snowden: The NSA Caused A Massive Internet Blackout in Syria

In a new interview, the fugitive leaker claims the spy agency accidentally took down Syria’s Internet during its prolonged civil war.

Defense

Report: U.S. to Send 100 More Military Advisers Help Iraq's Yazidis

The military advisers would look at humanitarian relief options for the group, according to a report.

Oversight

How to Eliminate Almost Every Federal Agency

A look at some of the tactics leveraged in the war on big government.

Route Fifty

NRA Frowns on Texas Proposal to Allow Alcohol at Gun Shows

But the organization isn't saying that booze and firearms are a bad mix.