Digital Government
NASA's Gangnam video delights some, baffles others
An intern-produced video parodying a popular Korean rap song has been viewed nearly 2.7 million times on YouTube.
Digital Government
At VA, peer counselors connect with struggling veterans
Their experience in overcoming mental health conditions gives others hope.
Digital Government
Teleworkers say they work harder than office-bound peers, but some doubt it
University of Texas survey sparks a mostly positive response.
Digital Government
At the brink: Washington prepares for cliff
As Congressional negotiations once again break down, OMB sends agencies more information on the ramifications of coming budget cuts.
Emerging Tech
Video: Boeing used 20,000 lbs of potatoes to test its in-flight Wi-Fi
Firm says the spuds were "ideal stand-ins for passengers."
Digital Government
Early Christmas present for 9/11 GI bill students
Tuition payments for vets attending private colleges and universities will go up by $1,120 in 2013.
Digital Government
CBP considers open source license plate readers to save cash
Agency plans to replace existing brand name tech with parts that can be operated and obtained without the contractor.
Ideas
NASA signs $40 million web services contract
The agreement includes content management for blogs and wikis
Digital Government
Army Tries to Carve Out Cyber, Space Turf
The service veers into territory held by the Air Force and the joint Cyber Command.
Digital Government
Defense failed to adequately manage terabytes of Iraq war data
Lack of records frustrates veterans’ disability claims.
Emerging Tech
Gun policy leads Newtown shooting discussion on Twitter
Tweets discussing gun control outpaced even prayers for the victims.
Digital Government
Citizen Services Fund earns its keep -- and then some
The $34 million in investments produced $64 million in cost avoidance in fiscal 2012, officials say.
Digital Government
Commentary: Using big data to prepare for the fiscal cliff and beyond
Deeper analysis would allow agency leaders to more effectively influence the outcome of budget cuts.
People
Bill provides means to punish execs for misconduct
A bill that the House passed would provide a mechanism to suspend Senior Executive Service members without pay for misconduct or malfeasance.
Acquisition
Army greenlights controversial intelligence system
The Army's Distributed Common Ground System came under scrutiny after leaked memos deemed it 'not suitable' and 'not survivable.'
Acquisition
Congress calls for clarity on decisions to insource
Defense authorization bill includes new requirements for OMB and agencies to determine whether work should be performed in-housed or contracted to small businesses.
Cybersecurity
John McAfee's run from the law made John McAfee's company look really bad
Public perception of McAfee Software has decreased quite a bit recently.
Digital Government
Success story: DFAS spots bad payments with big data
While many agencies are trying to crack the big data code, the Defense Finance and Accounting Service has used it to save billions over just four years.
Cybersecurity