News
Five decades of the Peace Corps in photos
As the agency marks a landmark anniversary, a look back at some compelling images of its work.
Defense
For Petraeus, apathy about Afghanistan may be the biggest challenge
General's Hill visit will be less scrutinized this week.
Oversight
A Japan-reactor repeat in the United States could cost the government dearly
Taxpayers, not the utilities, would be liable for most of the bill.
Oversight
Trend or Fluke?
A new poll that shows independents warming to the role of government could signal an important shift
Defense
From Nextgov: U.S. supercomputer experts assess radiation risks amid crisis at Japanese nuclear facility
The National Nuclear Security Administration activates a California-based center to process predictive models based on available information.
Oversight
Tax delinquency no impediment to contracts with IRS
As the revenue service reviews company delinquency claims, it continues to pay offending firms millions under contracts, report finds.
Pay & Benefits
USPS, union reach tentative agreement
New contract would protect against layoffs, limit `excessing’ and raise salaries by 3.5 percent.
Oversight
Federal mentors dispense wisdom on YouTube
Top government leaders offer career advice in online videos for young employees.
Pay & Benefits
Lawmaker seeks 10 percent pay cut for Congress, White House
Bill would reduce salaries for lawmakers,the president and vice president, beginning in 2013.
Oversight
New GSA acquisition chief calls for government-contractor cooperation
Mindy Connolly aims to reduce the burden on industry and to develop better dialogue.
Defense
Senator: Feds should "put the brakes on" new nuke plants after Japanese disaster
Joe Lieberman says he doesn't want to halt new construction, but to take time for reviews of crisis in Japan.
News
Short-term funding measure to prevent shutdown expected to pass
But lawmakers don't see end game in sight to resolve disputes over funding measure for rest of year.
Tech
Race to Hire
The Veterans Affairs Department has brought on 365 new IT workers so far in its push announced in January.
Defense
From Nextgov.com: Defense prepares response to massive earthquake in Japan
High-capacity undersea cable used by military was severed; impact on operations is unclear.
Defense
Elite U.S. counterterror forces facing cuts
Resources are heavily taxed by the operational tempo in Afghanistan and Pakistan, officials said.
Defense
Government uses new and old media to get its message out after Japan disaster
Press conferences, Twitter help agencies disseminate information on tsunami effects in the U.S.
Oversight