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How Libraries are Embracing Artificial Intelligence
A humanoid robot named Pepper helps teach coding at Roanoke County Public Libraries, one of many branches across the country embracing the emerging technology.
Pay & Benefits
Officials Clarify Coming Opioid Restrictions, Retirement Backlog Stays Steady and More
A weekly roundup of pay and benefits news.
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Here Are Where Congress' Customer Experience Efforts Sit
The next step for one bill is President Trump’s desk.
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FHFA Wants an App to Guide Employees During Emergencies
The housing finance agency aims to streamline its protocols into one intuitive smartphone app.
Management
Are Trump’s Top Medicaid Regulators Ignoring Major Problems? Insurance Giant’s Tense Meeting With a Senator Adds to Growing Concern.
The CEO of Centene, a company now entangled in a broader federal inquiry, met with Sen. Bob Casey to allay concerns that patients are being neglected.
Management
Viewpoint: Now We Know the Real Reason for Agency Relocations
Acting White House Chief of Staff Mick Mulvaney took disdain for the nation’s civil servants to a whole new level, says a federal union leader.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The President Has Another Twitter Mishap
Donald Trump's name is not Donald Ttump.
Management
Change Implicit Bias, Change Behavior? Maybe Not
New research questions the assumed link between changing implicit bias and changing behavior. Instead, what about changing environments and stereotypes?
Management
White House Pauses Some Diplomatic Spending, and the Money Could Eventually Be Cut Off Altogether
The move could provide a path for OMB to circumvent spending levels spelled out by Congress.
Management
EPA Administrator Says Culprit for Racist Messages Was 'Held Accountable'
Environmental Protection Agency officials last year sought to reassure employees following a spat of racist messages at agency facilities.
Management
As More Veterans Turn to Nursing Homes for Care, VA Needs to Improve Oversight
A watchdog recommends the Veterans Affairs Department boost facility inspections and provide more comprehensive information to vets and their families.
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It Matters Who Sits on Pension Boards and How Big They Are, Study Suggests
Researchers found investment returns are likely affected by the size of the boards, the expertise of members and other factors.
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DARPA Is Taking On the Deepfake Problem
The agency wants to teach computers to detect errors in manipulated media using logic and common sense.
Workforce
Here's What 12 Democratic Presidential Candidates Have to Say About Public Servants and Their Unions
At forum, 2020 candidates make pledges to support the federal workforce.
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Cities Invested in Bicycling Infrastructure Provide Better Access to Jobs
A new report found that residents of cities with infrastructure for bikes have an easier time accessing jobs, especially those out of the reach of public transportation.
Route Fifty
Ohio Governor Urges State to Seize 'Window of Opportunity' on Gun Laws
Two days after a mass shooting in Dayton, Gov. Mike DeWine called for the state legislature to pass a “red flag” law, toughen background checks, and improve access to the state’s mental health system.
Defense
With China, Russia in Mind, Pentagon Adding Stealthy Cruise Missiles
Lockheed Martin is building a new factory to accommodate the military’s demand.
Management
Mexican Officials Say El Paso Massacre Was Terrorism Aimed At Their Citizens — And Vow To Be Part Of Investigation
The shooting, which killed 22 people, has reignited Mexican officials' criticism of what they consider lax U.S. gun laws.
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