Threats
The US Military Is Intensifying the Fight Against Ebola
The U.S. military is engaged in a war against Ebola that has many fronts and spans multiple continents. By Ben Watson
Threats
The Aftermath of the Shooting in Ottawa
Here's what we know about the victim and the shooter in Wednesday's deadly attack on Canada's capital. By Polly Mosendz
Ideas
Why the US Needs a Strategy To Counter 'Hybrid Warfare'
The Pentagon should expect more than a conventional fight in any military conflict with Russia, China, Iran or Syria. And it should start preparing for it immediately. By Robert A. Newson
Threats
What the Colorado Teens Headed for Syria Tell Us About ISIS
Now more than ever, the Islamic State group's online recruitment efforts appear to be attracting more young people from far outside the Middle East. By Polly Mosendz
Defense Systems
Mobilizing the network? All those data sources can be a real drag
DOD needs to be prepared for the increased network complexity brought on by mobile command posts, UAVs and other data sources, SolarWinds’ Chris LaPoint writes.
Defense Systems
DISA mulls on-premises models for cloud providers
Under these scenarios, vendors would either set up shop inside a DOD data center or operate from a modular container on the premises.
Science & Tech
Here’s What the Next Brain Implant Will Be Made Of
Ever heard of graphene? A recent DARPA-funded study suggests it could soon be in brain implants. By Patrick Tucker
Policy
Congress Will Scramble To Pass Crucial Defense Legislation After Midterm Elections
Most of the must-pass defense bills have been left for the uncertain last days of Congress after Nov. 4. By Molly O’Toole
Business
The Army Wants To Fully Integrate Conventional and Special Operations Forces
Operations in Iraq and Afghanistan have proven the benefits of joint conventional and special operations missions. Now the Army wants expand that formula. By Col. Mike Rauhut
Business
Military Retirees Will Receive a 1.7 Percent COLA for 2015
The cost of living adjustment for federal and military retirees reflects a slight loosening of the fiscal belt, though it's still the third straight year the boost has been less than two percent. By Kellie Lunney
Ideas
The Air Force’s Quiet Energy Revolution
Now, more than ever, energy is a critical means to maintain our strategic advantage. By Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James
Threats
Should the US Move Its Cobra Gold War Games Out of Thailand?
Thailand’s democratic regression has strategic consequences for the U.S., which has yet to register a clear response to the ongoing military coup. By Joshua Kurlantzick
Threats
Canadian Soldier Shot and Killed at War Memorial in Ottawa
The suspect was identified by police as Michael Zehaf-Bibeau, a 32-year-old Canadian native. By Polly Mosendz
Defense Systems
4 strategies for dealing with the coming data tsunami
Done well, big data analytics uncovers valuable nuggets of intelligence hidden inside mountains of structured, unstructured, real-time and legacy data assets, NetApp’s Greg Gardner writes.
Science & Tech
Here Are Some Robots We Could Use To Fight Ebola in Africa
A robotic helping hand could fight Ebola from a safe distance. By Patrick Tucker
Science & Tech
How 3D Printing Could Help Replace Russian Rockets
The Pentagon could field an alternative to the Russian-made RD-180 rocket engine faster, but the technology is unproven. By Marcus Weisgerber
Business
Concerned About Retaliation, VA Wants To Restrict When Vets Can View Disability Claims Online
Officials are worried that some veterans could become violent if they believe that their disability claims are being denied. By Jordain Carney
Business