Defense
African Terrorist Threat Not Far From Obama’s Mind
President's trip is focused on increased trade and development, but terrorist and extremist groups see growing opportunities in Africa too.
Defense
US Ambassador to China Visits Tibet Amid Wave of Self-Immolations
This is the first visit by an American ambassador to the region since 2010.
Defense
The CIA's Plan to Put an End to Their Leaking Problem
The agency's new campaign to stop leaks...was leaked.
Defense
Analysis: The Case Against Universal National Service
A one-size-fits-all program could never be implemented justly.
Defense
Marines Could Cut 8,000 Troops If Sequestration Sticks Around
It’s unclear whether the reduction would affect civilian jobs.
Tech
The US Got Edward Snowden’s Middle Name Wrong on Extradition Documents
Although Snowden is a household name, U.S. authorities didn't get it exactly right.
Defense
U.S. and Afghanistan Commit to Taliban Talks, Again
Taliban continues attacks on Afghanistan's infrastructure.
Defense
Army Announces Force Reductions, Future Civilian Cuts
Service will drop 80,000 troops by fiscal 2017, with ‘commensurate civilian drawdown.’
Defense
Senators Criticize VA Approach to Reviewing Sexual Assault Claims
Department’s letter to vets is 'inappropriate' given sensitivity of the issue, say lawmakers.
Management
‘Lead by Example,’ Obama Says in Push for Greener Federal Buildings
Targets set as part of larger plan to address climate change.
Defense
Obama Nominates a Pentagon Inspector General
Current FDIC watchdog Jon Rymer would fill slot vacant for 18 months.
Defense
State Dept. Disputes Need for Senate Approval of Further Nuke Cuts
Deal with Russia could be worded to avoid lawmakers, administration says.
Nextgov
United States Dominates in Social Diplomacy
More than 6.4 million people “like” U.S. embassy Facebook pages, Canadian analysis finds.
Pay & Benefits
Navy Announces Layoffs for 745 Civilians
Move is 'part of a conscious risk-based approach,' installations chief says.
Defense
Bill Would Allow Gay Vets to Update Service Records
Legislation could help those discharged for their sexual orientation access benefits.
Defense
How Obama Learned to Deal with the Taliban
The militants' willingness to talk signals weakness—and is the most hopeful sign for the U.S. in Afghanistan in years.
Defense
Defense Sees Little Progress on Unwanted Sexual Contact in Six Years
Survey’s 2012 statistics look much like 2006 figures.
Defense