Defense
Spooked by North Korea, Lawmakers Resurrect an Old Missile-Defense Idea
Technical experts say space-based interceptors haven’t gotten any more practical since the Reagan era, but House lawmakers still want the Pentagon to plan for them.
Tech
For Sale: Artificial Intelligence That Teaches Itself
An AI startup with dozens of aviation-industry customers sets its sights on the U.S. military.
Defense
Trump Weighs a 'Pretty Severe' Response to North Korea's ICBM Test
The president said “something will have to be done about” the Kim Jong Un regime’s actions.
Management
State Department Withholds Employee Survey Results From Public
Leaked details show frustration at budget cuts, vacancies and technology.
Defense
Why Trump Should Embrace America's Immigrant Soldiers
Immigrants have been part of the armed forces since the Revolutionary War. The administration is considering ending a program that grants some of them citizenship in exchange for their service.
Defense
North Korea Crisis: U.S. and South Korea Respond
The two allies conducted a ballistic-missile drill in the Sea of Japan in response to Pyongyang’s test of an ICBM.
Defense
Former Pentagon Money Man to Oversee Defense of NATO Computer Networks
Kevin Scheid returns to the alliance as members eye spending increases to pay for cyber projects and traditional weapons.
Nextgov
Agencies' Grasp of Agile is ‘All Over The Map,’ One CTO Says
Developing software in an incremental fashion may mean rethinking contracting and personnel's duties, an Excella Consulting's chief technology officer said.
Defense
Departing Air Force Undersecretary Warns of Budget Uncertainty
Lisa Disbrow says the Air Force needs stable funding to better connect its planes, protect its satellites and buy more aircraft.
Defense
Lawmakers Call for Space Force, Boost to Military Drills in Europe
The House and Senate Armed Services committees want the Pentagon to better prepare for war in space, but there’s disagreement on how to do it.
Tech
The NSA Confronts a Problem of Its Own Making
Recent cyberattacks show what happens when America’s secret-keepers can’t keep their secrets.
Defense
Civilian Deaths Likely in U.S.-Led Coalition Strike
An independent war monitor claims that 57 civilians were killed in a Monday attack in al-Mayadeen.
Defense
Time for the Pentagon to Overhaul Drone Management, New Report Says
As the Pentagon writes a long-term drone plan, the former head of Air Force intelligence has some suggestions.
Defense
The Military Declares War on Sprawl
The Pentagon thinks better designed, more walkable bases can help curb obesity and improve troops’ fitness.
Defense
Homeland Security Awards Grants to Counter Domestic Extremism
Secretary Kelly had reviewed Obama-era program to vet highest-risk cities.
Tech
How Not to Win an AI Arms Race With China
A lawmaker’s proposal to curb Chinese investment in U.S. artificial-intelligence firms has more than a few critics.
Management
Global Demand for U.S. Weapons 'Busier Than Ever' in Trump Era, So Far
Large American delegation at Paris Air Show reassures allies worried about disengagement.
Defense
Inside the West Wing Tug-of-War Over Russia and Ukraine
The president has been all over the map on Ukraine. The people around him have been much more consistent.
Defense
U.S. Wastes $28 Million on Afghan Soldiers's Uniforms, Watchdog Says
A report deemed the camouflage pattern inappropriate for a country that is only 2.1 percent forest.
Defense