Threats
Don't Blame China for Territorial Disputes, Says Top General Visiting Pentagon
China is 'a peaceful, cordial and civilized lion,' argued Gen. Fang Fenghui, the People's Liberation Army’s top officer, during a Pentagon visit on Thursday. By Ben Watson
Defense Systems
Android device can detect types and levels of radiation
The pocket-sized GammaSight radionuclide identifier links with mobile devices for analysis, data management.
Defense Systems
Navy IT chief Halvorsen named acting DOD CIO
The appointment comes two weeks after Teri Takai’s resignation.
Defense Systems
DISA approves Android/Samsung Knox platform for enterprise use
Increment 2.0 of the DOD Mobility Capability lets the devices connect to unclassified Defense Department networks.
Ideas
How To Defeat Boko Haram
The Nigerian military must find the schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram -- but it also has to address the underlying issues that fuel the terror group. By Isobel Coleman and Sigrid von Wendel
Business
What To Expect at the Senate Hearing on VA Wait Lists
Tough questions and allegations of poor management await VA Secretary Eric Shinseki in the wake of his department’s waiting list scandal. By Charles S. Clark
Threats
Iran and Saudi Arabia Edge Closer to Talks
After growing distrust and almost a year of silence, the Saudi foreign minister kickstarts discussions with Iran's top diplomat. By Global Security Newswire
Business
Pentagon Gets New Acting Chief Information Officer
Terry Halvorsen moves up from the Navy's top IT spot to fill the vacancy created by Teri Takai's departure in early May. By Katherine McIntire Peters
Policy
Why Hasn't the GOP Treated Fort Hood Like Benghazi?
Both attacks suggest multiple institutional failures, but only a handful of congressmen have pushed for more insight into the Fort Hood shooting. By James Oliphant
Threats
U.S. ‘Not on a Path‘ To Help Syrian Rebels Win, Says Dempsey
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Martin Dempsey outlines three things the rebels need to defeat Assad and secure Syria – none of which the U.S. is providing. By Kevin Baron
Defense Systems
'Live Synthetic' goes for the next level in simulation
The Army's holistic concept would blend live training with four types of simulations.
Defense Systems
Army completes upgrade of wireless logistics system
CAISI 2.0, the largest wireless tactical network in DOD, achieves full operational capability.
Defense Systems
DISA plan outlines a mobile, cloud-based military
The agency’s Strategic Plan for 2014-2019 says mobility is the "primary benefit" of the Joint Information Environment.
Threats
Russia Wants to Limit U.S. Access to Space Station
In response to U.S. sanctions, the Russian government is attempting to limit the Pentagon's ability to send satellites into space. By Alex Brown
Business
Senators Warn Pentagon To Be Ready for Full Audit in 2017
The Defense Department is under pressure to meet a Sept. 30 deadline to produce a budgetary 'activity' statement ahead of a full audit. By Charles S. Clark
Policy
Congress Punts on Military Compensation Reform
A House committee missed a chance last week to make needed changes to military benefits. By Jesse Sloman
Science & Tech
FDA Approves the Pentagon's Bionic, Mind-Controlled Arm For Public Use
The DEKA arm is part of a larger, $100 million Defense Department program aimed at improving prosthetics. By Olga Khazan
Science & Tech
Now The Military Is Going To Build Robots That Have Morals
Today’s unmanned systems may be dumb compared to humans, but they may not be all ‘bad.’ By Patrick Tucker
Defense Systems
US 'tremendously damaged' by Snowden disclosures
Cyber threats will continue to become more sophisticated and pervasive, with wide-ranging impacts, former national security adviser Tom Donilon says.
Defense Systems