Are Americans Getting Fatter? Just Ask the FAA
The average American is getting heavier. The FAA won’t let planes fly if there is too much weight on board. The result will probably be fewer of us can get on a plane at one time.
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The average American is getting heavier. The FAA won’t let planes fly if there is too much weight on board. The result will probably be fewer of us can get on a plane at one time.
The three stocks funds of the TSP are up substantially in April.
Most respondents believe the FERS system is at least as good or better than private sector retirement programs but there are a number of aspects about FERS they don’t like.
The TSP stock fund will show a positive return for April–one of the best months for TSP stock investors in a long time.
Federal job vacancies have a lot of potential but currently a wasted potential. The MSPB has recommendations to OPM and HR directors on how to improve them.
Privatizing the military housing program has resulted in more and better housing for military personnel and their families
The USPS acted properly when it did not release information about anthrax contamination to employees.
Congressional pay raises are automatic and went up 3.1% in 2003.
Celebrities have gathered a lot of publicity for their position on the War in Iraq. Fedsmith readers speak out on the Hollywood celebrities.
A GAO report finds significant problems with the use of government credit cards at HUD.