Defense

John Kerry Is Pretty Sure Assad Is Still Attacking With Chemicals

Evidence suggests the Syrian president has been using chlorine in attacks on rebel forces and civilians in recent months.

Nextgov

Why Are So Many Army and VA Contracts Protested?

An electronic docketing system could simplify the process of disputing procurement decisions.

Nextgov

One Airman's Journey From Linguist to Cyber Warrior

Programs like the Cyber Warrior Scholarship and the post-9/11 GI Bill are helping veterans transition into cyber jobs.

Oversight

Play of the Day: Breaking Up With America

Russia won't bring our astronauts to the International Space Station.

Defense

Even If We Find Them, It's Unclear Whether Military Forces Can 'Bring Back Our Girls'

A Defense Department official said Thursday that the Nigerian military is unwilling to take on Boko Haram.

Pay & Benefits

Test Your Retirement Readiness

This quiz will tell you whether you’re retirement ready, on your way, beyond the beginning, or just getting started.

Defense One

Don't Blame China for Territorial Disputes, Says Top General Visiting Pentagon

China is 'a peaceful, cordial and civilized lion,' argued Gen. Fang Fenghui, the People's Liberation Army’s top officer, during a Pentagon visit on Thursday. By Ben Watson

Defense

Issa Issues Yet Another Subpoena to Secretary of State Kerry on Benghazi

House oversight chairman says State Department "backtracked" on new May 29 hearing date.

Management

3 Killer B’s of Government Effectiveness

Avoiding them will require agencies to conduct an honest self-evaluation.

Oversight

VA Chief Says He Does Fire Poor Performers -- Thousands of Them

Shinseki points to record of 6,000 terminations, transfers and forced retirements during a heated congressional hearing on mismanagement.

Management

Advocacy Groups Offer VA Whistleblowers a New Outlet

Website allows employees to air complaints of wrongdoing; investigators will try to follow up.

News

Bad News for Agency Budgets

Spending on nondefense investments is nearing historic lows.

Nextgov

Why the FBI Wants to Procure Malware

Agency expects the malicious code to provide actionable intelligence for criminal and intelligence matters.