Defense One
After Ukraine, Obama Keeps an Eye on the Baltics
The Obama administration is considering beefing up its military presence in Europe, perhaps going so far as granting a Baltic request for permanent NATO military bases. By Tara Sonenshine
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Marine Corps Finds Pentagon’s Mobile Plan is No Bargain
Without a cheaper commercial alternative, it will be too costly to put more smartphones and tablets in the hands of Marines.
Defense
Obama Stands by the Bergdahl Deal, Says He 'Consulted With Congress'
President argues retrieving prisoners of war is a 'sacred' American rule.
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Hollywood Producers Want to Use Drones to Film Their Movies
If the FAA approves, filmmakers could be among the first to use commercial drones.
Oversight
Senator Calls Plan to Shore Up Highway Fund by Ending Saturday Mail Delivery a 'Nonstarter'
Lawmakers scramble to keep the trust fund from going broke.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Why Obama 'Negotiated With Terrorists' for Bowe Bergdahl
Stephen Colbert looks at the return of an American POW.
Management
Spotting Top Executive Talent
Recruiters focus on potential, but competencies should not be overlooked.
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Hacker Conference Will Invite Feds Back – In 2016
The Pentagon will host a cyber contest at DEF CON after reaching a deal with organizers of the annual confab.
Management
Are Unions the Big Problem at Veterans Affairs?
The largest VA employees union rebuts columnist’s attack on “official time.”
Oversight
Should the Government Force Food-Stamp Users to Eat Better?
New research shows that a soda ban would reduce obesity and type 2 diabetes.
Management
Democrats Also Want to Make It Easier to Fire VA Execs
Democratic bill attempts to ensure due process, while Republican says some employees deserve prison.
Pay & Benefits
Thrift Savings Plan Funds Move Back to Black in May
The S Fund emerged from the red, increasing 1.52 percent last month.
Management
Are You a Segmenter or an Integrator?
Work-life balance is a myth, but it still helps to set boundaries.
Management
Program to Pay Afghan Police Through Mobile Money Transfers Could Curb Corruption
Such systems prevent locals from siphoning off portions of the salaries.
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Secret Service Software Will 'Detect Sarcasm' in Social Media Users
'Sentiment analysis' and 'access to historical Twitter data' among the requirements.
Defense
Why There Are So Few POWs From Today's Wars
Americans are taken captive at a much lower rate than in past conflicts.
Defense
Bergdahl's Release Upsets Soldiers Who Saw Him as a Deserter
Bergdahl was reportedly seized by the Taliban in 2009, after he left the camp where he was stationed, without authorization.
Defense
How Donald Rumsfeld Complicated Eric Shinseki's Last Administration Exit
The George W. Bush defense team did not give the Vietnam veteran the respect he deserved.
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