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