Nextgov
Skyping Fake Bomb Threats in the Name of ISIS Not a Wise Move
21-year-old Connecticut gamer arrested for "swatting" schools nationwide.
Management
The Upside of Pessimism
The theory of defensive pessimism suggests that imagining—and planning for—worst-case scenarios can be more effective than trying to think positively.
Defense
New Guidance Aims to Help Vietnam-Era Vets Who Are Denied Benefits
The Pentagon wants to make it easier for vets suffering from PTSD who received less-than-honorable discharges to obtain service benefits.
Defense
What the White House Means When It Says 'We're at War' with ISIS
'We are at war with [ISIS] in the same way that we are at war with Al Qaeda and its affiliates around the world,' White House press secretary Josh Earnest said.
Management
Why Every Executive Needs to Be Both a Hedgehog and a Fox
It’s critical to focus on the details and the big picture.
Oversight
Senate Backs Extension of Pilot Program Expanding Whistleblowers' Court Options
Bill now heads to President Obama’s desk.
Defense
Too Little Is Known About Vets’ Troubles, Watchdog Finds
Despite new transition programs, VA still struggles to deliver help.
Nextgov
Archives Hackathon Wants to Make Wikipedia Even Better
Everyone’s invited to the Open Government WikiHack later this month.
Management
The Complete Guide to Being on Time
Don't overload your schedule and make better use of your time.
Oversight
George W. Bush Never Wanted To Be a 'Wartime President'
Bush offered recollections of the 2001 terrorist attacks during a luncheon in Cleveland.
Defense
ISIS Is at Least Twice as Big as We First Thought It Was
CIA report estimates the group has 20,000 to 31,500 fighters across Iraq and Syria.
Defense
Russia's Militarization of the North Pole Has U.S. Lawmakers on Edge
Moscow is beefing up its military presence in the Arctic region at a faster rate than any other polar nation.
Management
Nothing’s Fair About Obama’s Fair Pay Order
Industry group says the president’s executive order will result in blacklisting some of the best firms for minor infractions.
Management
3 Ways to Keep Stress From Poisoning Your Work Environment
Don’t lead your team to the breaking point.
Oversight
Play of the Day: President Obama Goes Full Tarantino
Obama looks to destroy and degrade the Islamic State.
Route Fifty
Should Colorado Restrict Interstate Truck Traffic to Help Its Ski Industry?
I-70's terrible traffic could drag down mountain resort communities.
Management
Will Congress Save the U.S. Postal Service?
A behind-the-scenes look at lawmakers’ inability to move forward on a desperately-needed overhaul.
Retirement
Final rule lets IRS recover delinquent taxes from TSP accounts
The Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board issued a final rule Sept. 10 that allows the IRS to tap into Thrift Savings Plan accounts to recover delinquent federal taxes.
Employee Policy