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Did Cat Litter Precipitate the Nuclear Waste Dump Fire?
Specifically, the organic variety is under scrutiny.
Oversight
What to Expect at Thursday’s Senate Hearing on VA Deaths
Shinseki unlikely to heed calls that he step down as IG probe continues.
Management
The Future of Federal Service Doesn’t Have to Be So Bleak
We put a man on the moon, and we can fix government too.
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FCC Employees, Is Your Internet Running Sluggish Today?
Some website operators are slowing FCC staff's access to their sites in protest of potential paid Internet fast lane regulations.
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U.S. ‘Not on a Path‘ To Help Syrian Rebels Win, Says Dempsey
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Martin Dempsey outlines three things the rebels need to defeat Assad and secure Syria – none of which the U.S. is providing. By Kevin Baron
Management
Federal Vehicles Will be Guinea Pigs for New Safety Devices
GSA and highway safety agency will share information on technological innovations.
Oversight
Philanthropists and the White House: Who's the Boss?
Once, it was elite donors who courted the president. Today, it's precisely the reverse.
Oversight
Why Hasn't the GOP Treated Fort Hood Like Benghazi?
Both attacks suggest multiple institutional failures, but only one can be teed up for maximum embarrassment of President Obama and Hillary Clinton.
Defense
Sallie Mae Fined $97 Million For Overcharging Military Members
Company failed to cap loan interest at 6 percent, distributed incorrect information.
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Pay Stalls for Mid-Level Cybersecurity Professionals
Cybersecurity certifications are a key contributing factor to career success.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The Koch Brothers Versus the Columbus Zoo
A ballot initiative meant to raise property taxes to fund the Ohio zoo was defeated.
Management
Senators Vow to Stay on Pentagon’s Case as Auditability Deadline Approaches
Comptroller Hale tells lawmakers “majority” of units will be ready by September.
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Russia Aims to Ground the Pentagon's Satellites
In sanction return-fire, Russia is cutting off access to rocket-engine sales and cutting the lifespan of the International Space Station.
Management
Never Feel Stressed at Work Again
The first step is challenging the idea that we can control everything.
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Defense Plans to Replace 19-Year-Old Retiree Pay System
Time to leave the COBOL-based application behind.
Pay & Benefits
Rubio Pitches Giving All Americans Access to the TSP
TSP administrators say it is probably a bad idea.
Management
The Federal Government Doesn’t Need Any More Big Ideas
Public policy expert says federal managers just need to shift the way they present their reform initiatives.
Management
The 5 Best and Worst States for Working Moms
Louisiana has one of the worst child-care systems and largest gender pay gaps, with women making a measly 72 percent of what men make.
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