Tech
Where Obamacare Is and Isn't Working and Why
The single greatest predictor for where the healthcare law's exchanges are successful? Which party controls the state government.
Nextgov
Hotels Appear to Be Latest Victims of Credit Card Data Breach
A 'pattern of fraud' reportedly began appearing in March on hundreds of cards used at Marriott establishments.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Censure from the GOP
Weekend Update takes a look at John McCain's relationship with the Arizona Republican Party.
Oversight
Senator, Outside Group Push Back Against Military Sexual Assault Report
Panel says removing commanders' authority in military sexual-assault cases would not boost reporting or reduce the number of incidents.
Management
Scientists Are Onto Your Passive Aggressive Emoticon Use at Work
In fact, according to a new study, emoticons in workplace email aren’t really meant to convey your emotions at all.
Nextgov
Confused by Obamacare? Ask the President
A virtual hangout sent one woman’s Obamacare questions straight to the White House; others are still confused.
Management
Obama Tells Agencies to Give Unemployed Workers a Fair Shot at Federal Jobs
Managers told not to discriminate against out-of-work applicants.
Pay & Benefits
Social Security Administration Offers Early Retirement to Employees Again
Early-out packages mark the latest in a multi-year effort to reduce SSA workforce.
Management
You're In Charge, But Who Said Never Let ’em See You Sweat?
Occasional self-doubt can be a sign of a successful and reflective leader.
Nextgov
Hackers Hit Israeli Defense Ministry, Reprogram Angry Birds, Etc.
Just another week in ThreatWatch, our regularly updated index of noteworthy data breaches.
Nextgov
Never Say Never: Bieber Deportation Lands on Obama's Desk
We The People petition gets enough signatures to require a White House response.
Management
Park Service: No Plans to Change Shutdown Protocol
The agency was criticized by some lawmakers for closing parts of the National Mall to visitors during 2013 government shutdown.
Defense One
Pentagon Comptroller Bob Hale to Step Down
After helping the military navigate through some of the toughest budget battles in history, Pentagon Comptroller Bob Hale is stepping down. By Stephanie Gaskell
Pay & Benefits
NOAA Ends Hiring Freeze, Training Ban
Restored funding will enable the agency to begin hiring for the first time in a year.
Management
Caffeine Use Disorder is a Serious Problem—And You’re Probably Suffering From It
A new study says a significant number of users are dependent enough on the drug to have withdrawal symptoms.
Nextgov
Tech Salaries Rise -- Just Not Around Washington
Declining pay satisfaction suggestions IT pros believe they could find better jobs.
Nextgov
This Company Says Its Technology Could Have Detected Snowden’s Intrusions
U.K. cyber official forgoes sweet pension to sell what he thinks is a groundbreaking cybersecurity system.
Management
Here's How Obama Can Go It Alone
The biggest problems can't be solved with simple, unilateral solutions. But that doesn't mean he's powerless.
Management
From Sensors to Social Media: How Big Data Can Help You Lead
It’s time to embed analytics into every business decision.
Oversight