Defense
Internal Benghazi Report Details State Department Security Flaws
Risk assessments of embassies and consulates in dangerous areas are determined by 'experience and intuition.'
Defense
The Senate's Compromise Syria Plan Comes With a Time Limit
Military action could last 60 days, with a possible 30-day extension.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Assad Has The World’s Least Successful Mustache
Syria remains a hot topic on late-night TV.
Management
Bursts of Productivity Are Key to Getting Things Done
Practice "Deep Immersion" to limit your email-induced ADD.
Nextgov
Those G20 Briefings in Your Inbox May Be Laced With Spyware
Emails to influential world leaders contain UK government documents with tracked changes -- and malware, researchers say.
Defense One
Hagel the Grunt, McCain the Pilot, and Vietnam’s Effect on Syria
Vietnam combat veterans faced off in Congress over Syria on Tuesday, but when it comes to war, the difference between Hagel and McCain is about 30,000 feet. By Kevin Baron
Management
DHS Got Complaints of Racist Website Two Years Ago
Multiple reports to ICE-CBP Joint Intake Center not acted upon quickly.
Defense
Kerry: 'Humanity's Red Line' Crossed in Syria
Top Obama administration officials make the case for a military strike before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
Defense
Obama Gets Two Crucial Republican Yeses on Syria
House Republican leaders John Boehner and Eric Cantor are on board.
Defense One
'Mass Chaos': Diplomats Warned Obama Syria Was Inevitable
For months, diplomats told the White House to get involved in Syria, or pay a greater price down the road. Well, here we are. By Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
Pay & Benefits
Postal Service IG Puts Retirement and Leave Benefits Under the Microscope
USPS auditor pursues private-sector advice on ways to reduce costs.
Management
Obama Stocks Administration With Crusaders Against Climate Change
Stymied by Congress, the president is relying on executive action.
Management
Finding Common Ground at the FAA
Air traffic control modernization has hinged on putting aside labor-management strife.
Defense One
Syrian Rebel Commander Idris Prepared to Testify to Congress
Supporters say they may bring Syria’s rebels leaders from the front lines to the witness tables of Capitol Hill, should Congress balk. By Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
Nextgov
What Do HHS Employees Really Think? Agency Will Pay Data Miners to Find Out
HHS wants a contractor to monitor internal social network to glean employee sentiments.
Oversight
Treasury IG Faces Its Own Lawsuit Alleging FOIA Violations
Government accountability group challenges refusal to confirm or deny documents' existence.
Pay & Benefits
Retirement Funds Return to the Red in August
All TSP investments except for government securities posted losses last month.
Management
A Record-High Number of Young People Are Still Living With Their Parents: Why?
A story about jobs, bachelors, bachelor's degrees -- and a very weird government definition of "home"
Nextgov
Find Out How Much Money Telework Is Saving Your Agency
New tool tracks return on investment for federal telework programs.
Defense