Oversight
Energy Report: Solyndra Knowingly Ripped Off Government
The Energy Department’s internal watchdog says the failed solar company that took half a billion dollars in taxpayer money may have knowingly misled federal officials.
Management
How a No-Show Patent Examiner Got Paid $25,000 While Golfing
Watchdog says Patent Office needs to reduce risk in its telework program.
Management
Why Federal Managers Fail to Fire Their Low Performers
The problem is not so much the system, but how it is applied.
Management
Oshkosh Wins Massive Army Contract to Replace Humvee
The Army awarded a $6.7 billion contract Tuesday to the Wisconsin truck-maker for an initial batch of 17,000 vehicles for the Army and Marine Corps.
Defense
New York Times: Defense IG Examines if Analysis of Progress Against ISIS in Iraq Was Skewed
The newspaper is reporting that the Pentagon’s inspector general is looking into allegations that military officials made intelligence assessments seem optimistic.
Nextgov
Pentagon Unveils New Rules Requiring Contractors to Disclose Data Breaches
Industry says the effort is at odds with a similar White House effort.
Management
Here's How Much Sexism Costs Economies Around the Globe
Everyone in a society benefits from more women climbing the ranks in the workforce.
Management
FDA and the True Meaning of Mayonnaise
The agency warns a vegan food manufacturer that mayo isn't mayo without eggs.
Management
IRS Needs to Improve Handling of Obamacare Data
Watchdog credits the agency with meeting filing season deadlines.
Management
Heck of a Recovery, New Orleans
Five governance lessons from the post-Katrina Gulf Coast.
Management
The Statistics Show Donald Trump is Wrong On Immigrants
America's immigrants have actually helped lift wages for natives.
Management
Obama Wants His Climate Plans to Hit You Where You Live
In Las Vegas speech, Obama says conservatives are out of touch on energy.
Defense
Can One Single Service Control All Military Drones?
Ten years ago, the Air Force lost its bid to control the Pentagon’s nascent UAV fleets. Some say it should try again
Management
Study: Here is Why You Never Know What Day It Is
People feel more extremely about Mondays and Fridays.
Management
Labor Department: U.S. Inflation and Housing Costs Are Up
Last month, the government’s measure of the cost of shelter saw its largest increase since 2007.
Management
VA Cuts Disability Claims Backlog Below 100,000
With backlog down more than 80 percent since 2009, department ends mandatory overtime for claims processors.
Management
How to Live a Life That's 'Beyond Happy'
Maybe most of us, especially women, have been aiming too low.
Management
2016 Hopefuls Craft Messages Around Wall Street's Insane Day
A sharp early drop in American markets reverberated on the presidential campaign trail.
Management
Chemical Safety Board Now Functioning with Four Members
New Chairwoman Vanessa Sutherland arrived Monday to tackle agency troubles.
Management