Defense

Questions surround stadium security for Obama speech

Average security and scalped tickets put nomination event on par with a Broncos game.

Oversight

Obama camp steering clear of transition talk

Candidate's team is silent while lawmakers speculate about a Democrat-led presidency.

Pay & Benefits

Smarter Self-Assessments

How you write your annual performance appraisal could mean the difference between mediocre and exceptional ratings.

News

Senator Wants Reports on Absent Employees

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News

The Basics: The Hatch Act

With the conventions under way and the elections drawing closer, now is a good time to brush up on the rules governing political activity in the federal workplace.

Defense

From Nextgov.com: DHS unveils wireless radio for emergency response

D.C. public safety officials will test the technology , but are skeptical that wireless networks will remain open during disasters.

Oversight

Federal employees are urged not to leave computers running

Turning off machines at night seems like a small step, but the savings could be huge, according to technology companies.

Defense

Retired generals advising Obama bring range of expertise

More than 70 retired generals and admirals from all four services are counseling the Democratic candidate.

Pay & Benefits

EEOC issues guide for hiring, promoting disabled employees

Online resource outlines the tools at agencies’ disposal and the rules they must follow.

News

Marine veteran runs a tight convention

Convention's deputy CEO makes sure everything goes according to plan at Denver's Pepsi Center.

Defense

Authorities play down plot against Obama

U.S. attorney refers to two men arrested as "meth heads" and not a "real threat."

Oversight

McCain defends VA health proposal

Obama camp calls program "privatization;" veterans' advocates are wary.

Management

Touting Transparency

The Air Force links packets of information to make strategic decisions across the board.

News

Levitating a Federal Building

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News

Bra as Security Threat

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Oversight

FAA system failure grounds hundreds of flights

Agency says software problem appears to be the cause.

Tech

From Nextgov.com: Agencies increase adoption of e-travel services

Northrop Grumman's application has serviced 1 million trips .

News

Employees recognized for exceptional acquisition work

Awards program brings attention to innovation and accomplishments in a field that often gets negative publicity.