Defense
Amid Deep Cuts, the Pentagon Labors to Keep Its Forces Ready for Korea
The military could react quickly in the event of hostilities, officials say.
News
Nudging Shinseki Out at VA?
Lawmakers call for the VA secretary to resign amidst growing criticism of the huge backlog of veterans' benefits claims.
Management
The Brain: Now You See It, Soon You Won’t
Inside the amazing, and beautiful, new technique allowing us to see inside the brain.
Management
Ten Years Later, a Marathon Runner
From fat kid to marathoner, a writer shares lessons learned by hitting the road running.
Management
OMB Updates Budget Caps Under Sequester Law
Mandatory reports come with plea to Congress for a budget deal.
Pay & Benefits
Defense May Reduce Furloughs Again as Navy Pushes to Eliminate Them
Forced unpaid leave could cost more than it saves, official says.
Oversight
Bill Would Extend MSPB Appeal Rights to 7,500 Postal Employees
Measure would help USPS and employees save on legal fees, lawmaker says.
Nextgov
House Oversight Chairman Calls IT Budget Request Misleading
Poor reporting makes it impossible to tell whether IT spending is up or down, Issa says.
Nextgov
VA Seeks a 10 Percent IT Funding Boost in 2014
The top development priority is the integrated electronic health record with Defense.
Management
Why This Is the Age of Small Government (Sort Of)
By one important measure spending is at a 50-year low.
Management
George W. Bush Underwent Back Surgery, Spent January Recuperating
Forty-third president now in good health as he prepares for library dedication.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Director Berry Bids Farewell to Employees
General Counsel Elaine Kaplan will take over as acting head of the agency next week.
Pay & Benefits
OPM Proposes Extending Fed Health Benefits to Same Sex Partners
The expansion is one of many FEHB changes suggested to lawmakers.
Pay & Benefits
Federal Unions Blast Obama Budget
Proposed 1 percent federal pay raise called weak, retirement changes criticized.
Management
Kid President and Obama Hang Out in Oval Office
Video of the epic, and very sweet, summit between two presidents.
Oversight
EPA Nominee’s Hearing Is Just the Opening Act for GOP
Gina McCarthy, a tough-talking South Boston environmental regulator, expects grilling from Republicans.
Oversight
Quiz: Which Budget Is Right for You?
Mitt Romney, for example, would do best under Paul Ryan's budget.
Oversight