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
Obama Thinks Both Sochi and Working Around Congress Are Risks Worth Taking
In an interview with CNN, the president says he would tell friends to go to the Olympics in Russia. And, he's not afraid to work around Congress to accomplish his goals.
Defense
Poll: Americans Growing More Negative About Success in Afghanistan
But more than half still support the decision to use military force.
Nextgov
Senator 'Won't Back Down' Despite White House Efforts to Weaken Federal Spending Transparency Bill
Obama officials want to roll back a DATA Act requirement for common spending codes across agencies. Mark Warner, D-Va., disagrees.
Defense
Report: Sequestered Air Force Should Cut Active Duty, Boost Reserves
The national report comes as the Pentagon attempts to deal with steep budget cuts.
Oversight
Play of the Day: South Parked
The extreme weather is affecting the entire nation, even the Sun Belt.
Employee Policy