Topic: U.S. Department of Defense
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Briefing China's growing military might: top 4 concerns for the Pentagon
The US Department of Defense is carefully monitoring the growth of China’s military. These four items are currently at the top of their list.
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Opinion 4 ways US can boost cyber security
The US needs a proactive cyber foreign policy that goes beyond naming and shaming. Here are four steps the US can take to bolster its diplomatic efforts to address cybersecurity threats.
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Briefing After the 'sequester,' now what?
$85 billion in across-the-board cuts to defense and social programs took effect March 1. The cuts must occur this fiscal year, which ends Sept. 30. Here's how things look.
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Opinion 4 ways Chuck Hagel can improve cyber security
Newly sworn-in Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel must guide the Department of Defense through a few key challenges to better secure the nation’s cyber networks. His focus at the Pentagon should be on these four key areas.
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If not 'sequester,' then what? Five ideas from left and right.
Few in Washington believe that "the sequester,” $85 billion in automatic spending cuts set to hit the federal budget as of March 1, is a good idea. But what's the alternative? Here are five proposals, from the right, the center, and the left, to replace the sequester. Which do you like?
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Economic times are tough, ignore your Pentagon holiday party invitation
11/24/2008 12:00 am -
Energy audits: A high-tech way to stay warm this winter
Inspectors turn to infrared cameras to spot air leaks that the eye cannot.
11/11/2008 12:00 am -
New Orleans' Lower Ninth Ward stirs and rebuilds
Three years after Katrina obliterated the community, a coterie of volunteers, including actor Brad Pitt, begins to repopulate these modest streets.
11/05/2008 12:00 am -
Studs Terkel
11/02/2008 01:00 am -
Opinion The State Department, not the Pentagon, should lead America's public diplomacy efforts
Why is the Department of Defense getting so much money and personnel to carry out the mission?
10/29/2008 01:00 am -
Asia trumping US on science R&D
Federal funding for research has been falling in real terms. Is the nation's economic edge at stake?
10/10/2008 01:00 am -
Asia trumping US on science R&D
Federal funding for research has been falling in real terms. Is the nation’s economic edge at stake?
10/09/2008 01:00 am -
USA
10/08/2008 01:00 am -
Detainees' rights subverted at Guantánamo, their lawyers say
A federal judge asks for statements from two guards accused of threatening a detainee.
09/23/2008 01:00 am -
Troubled Air Force tanker program halted
Defense Secretary Robert Gates calls the aircraft procurement effort too flawed to continue.
09/12/2008 01:00 am -
Getting ahead of the next big storm
Government agencies and volunteer organizations are testing a new system to regroup and respond to multiple hurricanes.
09/08/2008 01:00 am -
This round, Pentagon may keep General Petraeus offstage
As his next report on troop levels nears, senior officers aren't sure they'll agree.
09/04/2008 01:00 am -
Void in U.S. strategy for Afghanistan
As officials consider sending more troops to Afghanistan, some worry about the lack of a larger plan.
08/29/2008 01:00 am -
For Gitmo detainee, rare phone call home to Saudi Arabia
Saudi family members are allowed to speak annually to those detained as 'enemy combatants' by the US
08/20/2008 01:00 am -
How did anthrax suspect Ivins keep security clearance?
The army microbiologist sought aid for mental health years ago.
08/08/2008 01:00 am -
FBI: Ivins held identical anthrax strain
The scientist was the sole custodian of anthrax spores genetically identical to the powder used in 2001 attacks, say documents unsealed Wednesday.
08/07/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security U.S. Marines ordered to remain in Afghanistan
The US and NATO struggle to maintain troops even as the Taliban reclaim southern and eastern Afghan provinces.
08/05/2008 01:00 am -
Rethinking the post-9/11 strategy
Analysts debate the rhetoric of war as part of the fight against terrorism.
08/01/2008 01:00 am -
The future of tech in just one word: plastics
Thin, bendable, organic screens of sci-fi movies are almost here.
08/01/2008 01:00 am -
USA
07/30/2008 01:00 am -
Can Iraq's new calm hold?
Improved security has boosted optimism, but US commanders want to be assured it is "irreversible."
07/30/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Former US official accuses Afghan government of stymying anti-opium efforts
Thomas Schweich charges that President Karzai is protecting drug traffickers within his power base, and says the US Defense Department and some NATO allies have also resisted antiopium efforts.
07/26/2008 01:00 am -
USA
07/23/2008 01:00 am -
Terrorism & Security Afghanistan accuses Pakistani intelligence of aiding cross-border terrorism
The heightened political tensions between the two allies in the war on terror has prompted US presidential hopefuls to focus on improving Afghanistan strategy.
07/16/2008 01:00 am -
Military families missing organizations ready to help them
Families who have a member serving in Iraq or Afghanistan often need help around the house. Volunteers are often willing to provide the assistance. But it's hard for the two groups to connect.
07/15/2008 01:00 am
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