Nextgov

You Could Virtually Hover Over a Battlefield With Oculus

The virtual reality headset is ready for action, software exec says.

Defense

Is BBG Missing Opportunities With Its Coverage of the Ukraine Crisis?

Voice of America’s Russia programming defended as widely heard in region despite obstacles.

Nextgov

How the U.S. Is Vulnerable to Terrorism in Space

The possibility of a dangerous space incident is on the rise, says a new report.

Defense

Cause of Deadly Texas Fertilizer Plant Explosion Remains a Mystery

Chemical Safety Board is still investigating on one-year anniversary.

Defense One

Why There Will Be A Robot Uprising

The bad news is that the robot uprising is likely. The good news is that it’s not too late to stop it. By Patrick Tucker

Defense

Edward Snowden Makes Surprise Guest Appearance at Putin Q&A

Snowden appeared via webcam to ask Putin to share his stance on mass surveillance of civilians.

Pay & Benefits

Eric Holder Doesn’t Deserve to Be Paid, Republican Lawmakers Say

Group introduces bill to prohibit feds held in contempt of Congress from receiving their salaries.

Defense One

The Science of Unmasking Russian Forces in Ukraine

The incursion of masked gunmen into Ukraine shows that knowing who you are fighting has become critical to victory. By Patrick Tucker

Defense One

Number of Foreign Fighters in Syria Jumped from 800 to 8,000 in the Past Year

Once a two-sided war, CENTCOM’s Gen. Austin calls today’s Syria ‘the most complex problem I’ve seen.’ By Kevin Baron

Defense One

Where Genocide Is Most Likely To Happen Next

One university team may have found a way to predict the world’s next genocides. By Ben Watson and Kedar Pavgi

Defense

Biden, Survivors Pay Tribute on Anniversary of Boston Marathon Bombings

Vice president says recovery has been inspirational.

Nextgov

Repurposing Old Drones to Bring Wi-Fi to War Fighters

DARPA’s turning unmanned aerial vehicles into very mobile hotspots.

Defense One

Planning for Withdrawal in Afghanistan May Be Smart, But It’s Not Wise

Getting the new Afghan president to sign a troop deal will require a steady hand through the next several months of political uncertainty. By Daniel Markey

Defense

The FBI Thinks It Can Pass Off Downtown D.C. as Shanghai

Film warns American students about becoming spies while studying abroad.

Defense One

Here’s a Map of the World’s Fastest Growing Militaries

Twenty-three nations have doubled their defense spending in the past decade. By Ben Watson and Kedar Pavgi

Defense One

How the Internet Could Have Predicted the Invasion of Ukraine

Software programs and publicly available satellite imagery can help you monitor the crisis in Ukraine like a government spy. By Patrick Tucker

Defense

Defense Team in 9/11 Trial Says the FBI May Be Spying on Them

Emergency motion derails a planned competency hearing at Guantanamo Bay.

Defense

Armed Standoff Over Cattle Grazing on Federal Land Comes to an End

Long-standing dispute escalated last week as BLM officials attempted to seize cattle.