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Top Tech Skills for 2013

Java is the most in-demand skill.

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The Worst Possible Cybersecurity Breaches Could Be Far Worse Than You Imagined

How much damage could a group of well-trained hackers do, economic and otherwise, if they really wanted to?

Defense

The U.S.'s Anemic Civilian Outreach Abroad

The world, and particularly the Middle East, are changing. But Washington is not.

Defense

Benghazi Whistleblowers Set to Testify on Capitol Hill

One will claim Hillary Clinton willfully blocked State counterterrorism bureau's involvement on night of attacks.

Management

President Obama Says 'Thank You' to Civil Servants

Letter kicks off Public Service Recognition Week.

Management

Obama’s Picks for Commerce, USTR Revive Reorganization Talk

Pritzker and Froman would figure in a new business department.

Management

How Can Leaders Be Better Listeners?

How can leaders of all strips be more effective at hearing their people?

Defense

Afghans May Not Be Ready to Take Over Security

A special inspector general's report finds that as U.S. forces head for the exits, the Pentagon has not met its goal for enlarging the Afghan security force.

Tech

Nearly 200 Federal Buildings Grow Less Green

Fifteen fed sites lauded for efficiency; energy consumption rises at 179 others.

Pay & Benefits

Feds Could Recover Some Furlough Days, OPM Says

New guidance offers protection for employees who take more furlough days than necessary.

Management

5 Reasons Not To Take Joe Biden's Presidential Ambitions Seriously

Even though Biden's acting like a 2016 contender, with a Friday visit to South Carolina, don't buy the buzz.

Management

Fallen Diplomats Honored at State Department

Biden, Kerry pay tribute to eight, including Benghazi victims.

Oversight

How States Are Making It a Felony to Enforce Federal Gun Laws

Some states, like Kansas are flouting federal gun regulations entirely.

Management

5 Ways Empowerment Does (and Does Not) Increase Productivity

All attempts at empowerment are not created equal.

Oversight

Obama's New Commerce Pick: A Billionaire Chicago Hotel Magnate

Penny Pritzker, a longtime Obama friend and donor, is an heir to Hyatt Hotels.

Defense

Before Boston, the Tsarnaev Brothers Planned a Fourth of July Attack

The brothers' built their bombs more quickly than anticipated.