Contextualising the Regeneration of Africa’s Indigenous Governance and Management Systems and Practices by BC, Basheka

“…The primary aim of this article is to remind contemporary public administration analysts and policy-makers of the need to position indigenous governance management systems and practices within mainstream intellectual discourse. …”
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Blood and Iron: The Rise and Fall of the German Empire 1871 – 1918 by Arzu Melek Ozgumus

“…She criticizes him, in the following parts of the book, for building all his foreign policy around himself, which was doomed to fail after his resignation. …”
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Tobacco control research in South Africa from 1978 to 2022: A scoping review by C O Egbe, C Dare, S Gwambe, C van Walbeek

“…More studies are also needed that focus on the impact of policies, nicotine addiction and industry interference. …”
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Residence-based disparities of composite index of anthropometric failures in East African under five children; multivariate decomposition analysis by Aznamariam Ayres, Yawkal Tsega, Abel Endawkie, Shimels Derso Kebede, Eyob Tilahun Abeje, Ermias Bekele Enyew, Chala Daba, Lakew Asmare, Amare Muche, Fekade Demeke Bayou, Mastewal Arefaynie, Asnakew Molla Mekonen, Abiyu Abadi Tareke, Awoke Keleb, Kaleab Mesfin Abera, Natnael Kebede, Endalkachew Mesfin Gebeyehu

“…Abstract Background Undernutrition remains a global challenge and public health concern, despite the presence of policies, programs and interventions. There is substantial evidence that the majority of the rural children under-5 years old have composite index of anthropometric failure than the urban counter parts. …”
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Types of electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) used by people of different age and smoking status groups: results from a US nationally representative survey by Lucy Popova, Robert T Fairman, David L Ashley, Zachary B Massey, Bai Cham, Ruiyan Luo, Mohammed Alqahtani, Scott Weaver

“…These findings inform regulatory agencies as they monitor and enforce policy on ENDS allowed on the US market.…”
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Editorial by Jörg Tremmel, Maria Lenk, Antony Mason, Markus Rutsche

“…The two subsequent articles confine themselves to public policy. They both treat financial transfers between generations; but a deeper look reveals that their underlying rationale is quite different. …”
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When home and work are not enough. The challenge of international migrants’ agency in the Italian Alps by Andrea Membretti, Fabio Lucchini, Monica Gilli, Mia Scotti

“…In this article, with reference to the action-research activities carried out in 2020-22 by the Horizon2020 MATILDE project in the Italian Alpine areas of South Tyrol and the Metropolitan City of Turin, attention is focused on the policies that could favour the effective migrants’ agency in mountain territories. …”
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ASSESSMENT OF THE LEVEL OF SAFETY AND HEALTH AT WORK OF THE 400/220/110/20 kV MINTIA POWER SUBSTATION by Nicolae Daniel FÎȚĂ, Mila Ilieva OBRETENOVA, Adina TĂTAR, Florin MURESAN – GRECU, Gheorghe Eugen SAFTA, Mihai SCHIOPU

“…The development, implementation and promotion of an integrated, proactive approach to OSH management in high and very high voltage power substations has long been supported by policies and practices established at international, european and national level, including strategies, legal provisions, standards, guidelines, programs and campaigns initiated and undertaken by various stakeholders, such as international organizations, EU bodies, governments, trade unions and employers asociations, labor inspectorates and insurance institutions. …”
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ENVOLVER+: a tool for the promotion of positive nursing practice environments by Olga Maria Pimenta Lopes Ribeiro, Olga Maria Pimenta Lopes Ribeiro, Ligia Schacht, Mariana Filipa Mendes Gonçalves, Ana da Conceição Alves Faria, Ana da Conceição Alves Faria, Marlene Patrícia Ribeiro, Marlene Patrícia Ribeiro, João Miguel Almeida Ventura-Silva, João Miguel Almeida Ventura-Silva

“…One of the weaknesses most often cited by nurses was the lack of involvement and participation in setting workplace policies. Using games is a promising strategy for promoting positive caregiving environments. …”
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Analysis of the state of sustainable development and key targets: A case study of China and “Belt and Road” countries by Shun Chen, Ping Jiang, Pin Zuo, Zolboo Dashnyam

“…This research provides valuable insights for policymakers to formulate effective, data-driven green policies, promoting long-term sustainable development and cooperation within the BRI framework.…”
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Motorcycle Parking Security System based on Website and QR Code Technology by Riva Andra Yuni, Werman Kasoep, Desta Yolanda

“…Furthermore, to detect forced removal attempts, the system is equipped with an alarm that notifies the parking attendant. This alarm will be activated if vibrations above 20 cm/s2 are detected and will be accompanied by a buzzer sound as a danger signal. …”
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CO2 emissions response to GDP and crude oil price shocks: Evidence from India and China using SVAR Model by Matali Mahajan, Dr. Ash Narayan Sah

“…These insights highlight the need for policies that address short-term oil price volatility and support sustainable development.…”
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COMBATTING CULTISM IN NIGERIA’S DIGITAL SOCIETY BY LEVERAGING YOUTHPRENUERSHIP FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT by CHIDI FRANKLIN UZOIGWE, OZINNA OKOYE

“…The paper recommends the effective implementation of youth development policies, including skills training, mentorship programs, and access to funding, to nurture entrepreneurial spirit among youth and foster innovation. …”
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Legal Framework for Minimizing Electoral Barriers to Women's Representation in Indonesian Elections by Agustin Widjiastuti, Nafis Dwi Kartiko

“…The theoretical implications of this research contribute to a deeper understanding of how legal structures impact women's political participation, while the practical implications highlight the urgent necessity for revising electoral policies to effectively enhance women's representation. …”
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Breastfeeding duration: does parity influence? A longitudinal investigation: the pro-saude study by REBECA N.M. DA SILVA, EDUARDO FAERSTEIN

“…These results point to the complex interaction of social, economic, and behavioral factors that should be considered in public policies aimed at maternal and child health.…”
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Environmental degradation and food security in Somalia by Bile Abdisalan Nor, Yusniliyana Yusof

“…Notably, while agricultural land expansion exhibits a negative effect in the short term, it emerges as a positive contributor to food security in the long term, highlighting its pivotal role in bolstering production capacity. The study suggests policy reform to prioritise initiatives for sustainable land management, focusing on reforestation, soil conservation, and watershed management. …”
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Improving reporting standards in quantitative educational intervention research: introducing the CLOSER and CIDER checklists by Rebecca Upsher, Eleanor Dommett, Sophie Carlisle, Sarah Conner, Geraldene Codina, Anna Nobili, Nicola C. Byrom

“…These checklists aim to enhance the clarity of educational intervention research findings, facilitating their replicability and subsequent meaningful translation into practice and policy. This addresses the gap in educational research reporting standards and sets the stage for a more robust, evidence-informed approach to educational intervention development and evaluation.…”
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Analysis of Hate Speech in the Perspective of Changes to the Electronic Information and Transaction Law by Defril Hidayat, Hengki Firmanda, Mahmud Hibatul Wafi

“…This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of hate speech rules concerning changes in electronic transaction information policies. It further used normative legal study which included the process of identifying legal rules, principles, and doctrines to address the constitutional issues. …”
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Violence and the Displacement of Rail Workers of Altsasu-Alsasua in the Spanish Civil War and its Aftermath by Daniel Oviedo Silva, Esther Aldave Monreal, Juan C. García-Funes, Imanol Satrustegui Andres

“…Finally, we examine the difficulties that marked the return home and the displacements many rail workers endured as part of the regime’s repressive policies. …”
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Analysis of the Hail Phenomenon in Bistrița-Năsăud County in 2024: Localization, Impact, Perception, and Mitigation by Andras-István BARTA, Irina RABOȘAPCA, Ștefan BILAȘCO, Aurelian Cosmin MOLDOVAN, Tania MIHĂIESCU

“…The study not only documents the material and economic consequences but also investigates the community’s perception of the implemented preventive and mitigation strategies, such as anti-hail systems and agricultural insurance policies. Findings underline that while some measures were in place, there remains a critical need for more robust and effective climate risk management approaches, particularly in high-risk areas like Bistrița-Năsăud County. …”
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