FedLife

Extremism stand-down checked a box with no lasting result, critics say

While some saw no reason for the training and believed it ignited division among the ranks, others thought it didn’t go far enough.

Why does it take so long to process retirement applications?

OPM reported that its inventory of unprocessed applications crept back up in October.

Inspector general to probe decision on relocating FBI buillding

The watchdog for the General Services Administration is probing the decision to locate the facility in Greenbelt, Maryland, over a Virginia site.

How mutiny aboard the USS Somers helped birth the U.S. Naval Academy

The grim incident is detailed in the new book, “Sailing the Graveyard Sea."

State Dept. awards employees, families who go the extra mile abroad

Volunteerism by eligible family members, like the spouses and children of Foreign Service officers, has grown to compelling heights.

Agencies kick off Giving Tuesday, part of Combined Federal Campaign

Last year, the federal community pledged over $3.6 million to participating charities during the week of Giving Tuesday.

Duke LeDuc joins cutest canine Dina in TSA’s annual calendar

Duke is named after an employee who died on 9/11 while working at the World Trade Center towers in New York City.

Opinion

How federal agencies can curb ‘Shadow IT’ use by employees

The use of devices, applications and services outside the control of an organization’s IT security environment is on the rise.

How long must I wait for first monthly annuity payment after retiring?

Your agency will have 30 days from the day you leave to get your retirement application to OPM. What happens next?

Federal employees say ‘Bah! Humbug!’ to vacation as burnout increases

More than a quarter of government employees say they haven’t taken a vacation in the past year.