Management

How Agencies Can ‘Get the Most Out of Strategic Reviews’

Report stresses need for sustained leadership attention to goals.

Pay & Benefits

Phoenix VA Gave Out $10 Million In Staff Bonuses Over the Past 3 Years

Sums gradually increased each year.

Defense

Yes, Defense Furloughs Hurt Morale and Employee Retention

Officials at three sites tell watchdog the mandatory unpaid leave created rifts within the workforce.

Defense One

Iraqi Forces Can Hold Baghdad, Pentagon Says

With ISIS members inching towards Baghdad, Pentagon officials say they believe the Iraqi forces can hold the nation’s capital. By Stephanie Gaskell

Defense

Is a U.S. Air Strike in Iraq Legal?

For a White House that claims to hold the rule of law above all else, it's an important question. But Obama's inconsistent foreign policy makes it a tough one to answer.

Nextgov

Hurry! Nominate Your Rock Star Colleagues for the 2014 Bold Awards

Submissions are due June 23.

Defense

The Suspected Ringleader of the Benghazi Attacks Is in U.S. Custody

Ahmed Abu Khattala was taken by American troops near Benghazi this weekend.

Management

HUD Nominee Coasts Through Senate Questioning

Castro stresses data metrics, need to reform Fannie and Freddie.

Management

Accepting the Help When You Need It Most

Life-changing challenges can strengthen your connections at home and work.

Nextgov

Here’s What Cyberspace Looks Like

Google Earth and Oculus Rift are mapping out a realm that has no geography.

Oversight

'This is a Kick:' Biden Visits U.S. World Cup Team

Vice president congratulates players after a 'spectacular' win.

Nextgov

Streamlined Hiring Key for Attracting IT Pros

The laborious federal hiring process often means the public sector misses out on great talent.

Management

Obama Moves to Create World's Largest Marine Sanctuary

The proposal would double the amount of ocean that is already protected globally.

Management

IRS and FBI Push Back at Republican Charges of Coverup

Oversight chairman Issa’s latest report says political rhetoric prompted targeting of tea party groups.

Management

Why Bonuses Should Be Part of the Solution at VA

The prospect of financial rewards reinforces accountability.

Defense

Benghazi May Not Ruin Hillary Clinton's Chances of Becoming President

Security insiders also say the Bergdahl prisoner exchange will have no impact on the terrorist threat.

Defense

President Obama to Deploy Troops to Protect the Baghdad Embassy

Hagel has ordered an aircraft carrier and at least two other U.S. ships to the Persian Gulf.

Nextgov

Sorry, You Can’t Really Escape the NSA

The idea of becoming 'NSA-proof' is 'just silly,' technologist says.

Oversight

How Obama Lost the War in Iraq Before Taking Office

Militants are moving through Iraq and Barack Obama lost the war a long time ago.

Insights

Inside Federal Cybersecurity

The Obama Administration has called for agencies to develop more holistic cybersecurity, but where do managers begin?