Defense Systems

DISA consolidates networks to support virtualization

By merging unclassified, classified networks, DISA aims to increase capability, reduce costs.

Ideas

Gen. Amos on Reinventing the Marines, Owning Sequester and Why COIN Is More Relevant Than Ever

The Marine Commandant talks about the future of warfare and how budget cuts are here to stay. By Stephanie Gaskell

Ideas

Overcoming Snowden: New Urgency for Friday’s U.S.-Russia Meeting

It’s no surprise Obama cancelled his September summit with Putin. Now it’s time for Chuck Hagel and John Kerry to weigh in on nuclear weapons. By Joe Cirincione

Threats

Top U.S. Marine Amos on Yemen: ‘I Don’t Know How It’s Going to Turn Out’

In an exclusive interview, Marine Corps Gen. James Amos said he is concerned Yemen is becoming 'a breeding ground' for al Qaeda -- and he doesn’t know what to expect next. By Stephanie Gaskell

Policy

Russia Hasn't Gotten Over the Cold War

Moscow still thinks its 1989, and its showing. By Michael Hirsh

Ideas

A Big New Idea for U.S.-Pakistan Relations

After a cooling off period, the Obama administration put Pakistan back on the agenda last week promising new talks. It would help if the administration came prepared with something new to discuss. By Daniel Markey

Science & Tech

Israel Is Stuck in a Security Limbo

Even as Israel's neighbors grapple with internal turmoil, the fate of the negotiations with Palestine stands on a knife's edge. By Frida Ghitis

Business

Government Managers Rail At Budget Cuts

Senior executives are frustrated at constraints stemming from funding shortages, along with a lack of support from Capitol Hill. By Kellie Lunney

Defense Systems

Boeing to begin producing all-electric satellites

New propulsion system touted as weight, cost saver.

Defense Systems

Sequestration said to strain Navy readiness

Budget cuts compound $2B already backlogged for deferred maintenance.

Defense Systems

Oshkosh Truck will supply more MRAP armor

Army awards new contract to harden off-road version of Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle.

Ideas

How the U.S. Justified Dropping the Bomb on Hiroshima

Excerpts from <em>The Atlantic's</em> archives in 1946 show the debate behind this pivotal moment in history. By Caroline Kitchener

Business

How the Pentagon Found $1 Billion to Cut Civilian Furloughs to Just Six Days

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announces that civilian furlough days will be reduced from 11 to 6 days. Here's how he found $1 billion to pay for it. By Stephanie Gaskell

Business

Pentagon Cuts Furlough Days Down to Six

Defense managers found savings to avert additional mandatory unpaid days for civilian workers. By Kellie Lunney

Business

Where Are All the Good Drone Pilots?

Drones are the future of the Air Force. But too many drone pilots are failing initial training or failing to earn promotions. Now it’s time to develop and support the pilots who fly them. By Col. Brad Hoagland

Science & Tech

China's Military Hackers Are Trying to Break into America's Infrastructure

Systems at power plants and water facilities especially vulnerable to infiltration. By Gwynn Guilford

Threats

Will Banning Plastic Toy Guns in Pakistan Stop Future Militants?

Some campaigners want to stop a violent culture from being formed at the youngest ages. By Abubakar Siddique

Defense Systems

DOD civilian furloughs reduced to 6 days

Defense Secretary Hagel attributed the decrease to changes impacting military readiness capabilities.

Defense Systems

Navy announces hosted virtual desktop pilot program

HVD will support a BYOD strategy, reduce IT costs.

Threats

Interview with Ryan Crocker: Assad will Prevail 'Yard by Bloody Yard'

America’s premier diplomat would intervene in Syria if President Obama asked, even though it probably wouldn’t do much good. By Stephanie Gaskell