Tech
The US Got Edward Snowden’s Middle Name Wrong on Extradition Documents
Although Snowden is a household name, U.S. authorities didn't get it exactly right.
Management
3 Ways to Build Trust Between SESers and Political Appointees
Building trust takes time--try these tips to speed it up.
Oversight
The New Front in the IRS Scandal: The Inspector General's Office
Critics question IG's impartiality.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Global Warming and Edward Snowden
The NSA leaker is in Moscow and Obama talks climate change.
Management
Senate Confirms Penny Pritzker to Be Commerce Secretary, 97 to 1
Obama praises the "bipartisan action" in Congress.
Nextgov
How Zombie Phones Could Create a Gigantic, Mobile Botnet
Android operating system is most vulnerable.
Defense
U.S. and Afghanistan Commit to Taliban Talks, Again
Taliban continues attacks on Afghanistan's infrastructure.
Management
Does USPS Need $624 Million for New Cars?
Budget request would mark a 22,000 percent increase; was rejected last year.
Defense
Army Announces Force Reductions, Future Civilian Cuts
Service will drop 80,000 troops by fiscal 2017, with ‘commensurate civilian drawdown.’
Defense
Senators Criticize VA Approach to Reviewing Sexual Assault Claims
Department’s letter to vets is 'inappropriate' given sensitivity of the issue, say lawmakers.
Management
‘Lead by Example,’ Obama Says in Push for Greener Federal Buildings
Targets set as part of larger plan to address climate change.
Oversight
IRS Scrutinized Progressive Groups as Well as Tea Party
Lawmaker faults IG report for omitting this angle.
Management
USAID Producing 'Mixed Results' in Rebuilding Haiti, GAO Finds
Port construction is two years late due to lack of expertise, auditors say.
Management
Drinking Coffee Doesn’t Cramp Creativity; It Helps Drive It
Consumed right, coffee can unleash your creativity.
Nextgov
Feds Still Ahead on Telework
Government leads the private sector on expanding opportunities to work remotely.
Nextgov
Navy Relieves Enterprise IT Program Manager
Capt. Shawn Hendricks had an “improper relationship” with a female contractor, officials said.
Management
The Most Persuasive Word You Can Use in a Meeting is “Yeah”
New MIT study identifies the most effective words used in meetings.
Oversight
Analysis: Why the IRS Scandal Needs a Special Prosecutor
Democratic and Republican cherry-picked findings aren't restoring public trust.
Oversight