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Leaders direct DOD to buckle down on spending
Because the recent spending deal did not permanently solve the nation's fiscal crisis, the Defense Department is now planning measures to limit its budget risk.
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Latest flu numbers paint the picture of an epidemic
The Centers for Disease Control is set to release its weekly flu advisory report on Friday.
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Important dates
What are those marks on the calendar for? Cartoonist John Klossner knows.
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VA partners with veterans group to measure Post-9/11 GI Bill success
Research will determine how many vets and their dependents complete school under the program.
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USPS continues to explore digital services
New white paper suggests a need for "hybrid mail services" to combine physical and digital delivery.
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U.S. warns foreign exchange houses are helping Iran skirt sanctions
Financial institutions should be on the lookout for illicit money transfers.
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In an emergency, you need a plain old radio or TV
Conventional technology was critical in keeping people informed after a summer storm.
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NIH to appoint chief data official
The associate director for data science would be one of few top data officers in government.
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Job flexibility may slow boomer retirements
Telework is contributing to employees’ decisions to work longer.
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A push for less paperwork
Senator calls for elimination of nearly 400 no-longer-necessary reports.
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The urgent need for confidential psychological care for U.S. military
Soldiers' concerns about retribution and stigma make many reluctant to see military psychologists, and their health insurance does not pay for them see civilian doctors.
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Congress begins to look beyond the budget
Why new chairmen and post-election realities could spark action on cybersecurity, IT procurement and other key issues.
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Why you really should read those terms of service
GSA's new agreement with Pinterest is the latest attempt to ensure agencies' social outreach do not conflict with federal law.
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What does DOD's Microsoft deal mean for federal IT?
Three-year, $617 million agreement goes beyond bulk purchasing, Pentagon officials say.
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Marine Corps intel does not play well with others
Survey shows uniformed and civilian personnel aren't very happy with their jobs, compared to their counterparts elsewhere.
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Develop an open source scheduling system for VA and win $3 million
Contest is to replace 25-year-old patient appointment software.
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Air Force eyes return of mobile nuclear missiles
Rail or vehicle based systems could augment warheads stored in fixed silos.
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The return of the fiscal cliff
The deal lawmakers reached to avert the 'fiscal cliff' only delayed the sequestration threat. The next deadline is not far away, and it's tied to another contentious issue that compounds the risk.
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SBA takes oversight of mentor-protege programs
The Defense Department alone is exempt from a new law that puts a new spotlight on agency-run programs intended to aid small businesses.
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