Systemic flaws screenbacks of federal security clearances
Federal prosecutors document at least 350 falsified background investigations by private contractors and special agents for OPM in recent years. Reuters based tally on 21 cases resulting in convictions for false statements from 2004 to 2012. Violations show cracks in vetting as GAO notes OPM spent over $1 billion for 2 million checks in 2011.
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U S Postal Service seeks large price rise to offset losses
The Postal Service proposed a major rate increase effective January aimed at raising first class one ounce stamps from 46 to 49 cents and generating about 2 billion dollars in yearly revenue as it forecasts a 6 billion dollar deficit this year. The plan follows small CPI linked hikes in 2012 and 2013.
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FBI releases Navy Yard shooter footage and motive details
The FBI says Aaron Alexis, 34, believed extremely low frequency waves controlled him for months before the Sept. 16 Navy Yard rampage that killed 12. Surveillance shows him driving a blue Prius into the parking garage, entering the Naval Sea Systems Command building with a Remington shotgun, and moving through corridors before police killed him on the third floor.
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United States signs UN Arms Trade Treaty at UN gathering
The United States signed the UN Arms Trade Treaty joining 107 nations as Secretary of State John Kerry touted the pact limiting cross border arms sales to curb abuses. The NRA warned it could threaten gun rights and sovereignty while Kerry said the treaty preserves legitimate possession and use of arms.
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Army mulls ban on visible tattoos under new 670-1 rules
The U S Army may prohibit tattoos visible below the elbow and knee and above the neckline as part of a forthcoming uniform policy. Stared by Stars and Stripes, the rule seeks to bar sexist racist or extremist ink, with grandfathering for existing tattoos. Secretary McHugh has approved but not signed off, and changes could take effect in 30 to 60 days.
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