Reading, as A complex process, involves readers performing actions of planning, questioning, reviewing and evaluating. While reading academic texts, students tend to use strategies which help in better understanding and comprehension. Translation as a support strategy has played a significant role in different teaching methodologies through decades regardless of the importance that it has to some of them. This study measured the frequency of EFL learners use of reading strategies in general and of translation strategy in particular. It utilized a quantitative method design and the data collection instrument was adapted from SORS (Survey of Reading Strategies) which measured the use of Global, Problem Solving and Support reading strategies. The participants were 118 senior students from four high schools in Tirana, Albania. The findings revealed that students tend to frequently use problem solving strategies and the strategy of translating the academic text into first language is among the least used strategies.

The act of leaving all behind for foreign lands has had significant emotional and psychological effects on the ageing parents. While research on the implications of migration has mostly focused on the ones who travelled and the opportunities and challenges, they face, this paper narrates the emotional and psychological challenges faced by ageing parents who are left-behind. This paper with the support of the narrations of five cases of parents in Nigeria that have been left-behind explained that they faced feelings of anxiety, depression and loneliness. This research revealed that the emotional and psychological effects of migration of ageing parents may ultimately result in the death, and in some cases, the children will not be available to pay their final tribute to their parents. Some coping mechanisms identified for these parents in this study include involvement in religious organizations/activities, community service, family support, use of technology, and close relation with other children. Although these measures do not replace the physical presence of the child, it provides some level of help and reduces the psychological and emotional impacts of migration on ageing parents. For the government and policymakers to safeguard the health and well-being of the aged in society, it is advised that there be establishment of community-based care initiatives to offer emotional support and lessen feelings of loneliness.

In this modern world through several international and national legal instruments the participation of persons with disabilities in the socio-economic and political development of their respective societies with limited impediments has become a fundamental principle. Therefore, there cannot be any genuine justification for the relaxation of this human right especially when disasters strike. Unfortunately, in most nations, the policies and legislations thrust of disaster prevention, reduction; and management in many instances are framed towards abled-bodied persons. Of recent, the world has witnessed increasing intensity and frequency of weather associated calamities and emergency situations mainly caused by unprecedented climate change. There are some scientific evidences that suggest that persons with disabilities are two to four times more likely to be injured or die when a disaster strikes compare to the rest. The rationale for this systematic literature review was to interrogate the methods of preventing persons with disabilities vulnerability to disaster, share knowledge to spark and inspire processes that will usher rapid growth from all directions. A systematic review of the literatures using information collected from different sources was actuated. Google search engine and others were used to search for articles. Only peer-reviewed articles published after 1999 were selected except extracts of fundamental mileage. However, articles published by staunch international organizations working in the area for years and produced indefatigable knowledge were stealthily appraised. The study revealed that to prevent persons with disabilities vulnerability to disaster there are different strategies that can be applied which include: political will, disability awareness raising, taking ownership of strategies, physical barriers removal, attitudinal barriers elimination, training on disability and related matters, promotion of human rights principles, empowerment of organizations of/for persons with disabilities, regular conduct of studies, poverty reduction, disability friendly information sharing; and persons with disabilities participation in national strategies formulation.

The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of the use of fermented herbal ingredients with local bioactivators on the consumption and digestibility of crude fiber and crude fat of landrace peranakan pigs and also to find out the best level of fermented herbal ingredients. The livestock used were 12 landrace landrace grower phase pigs aged 3-4 months with an initial body weight ranging from 34-43 kg with an average weight of 37 kg (KV= 14.12%). This study used a Complete Random Design (RAL) consisting of 4 treatments and 3 replicas so that there were 12 experimental units. The treatment given was H0: liquid feed without herbs, H1: liquid feed + 10% fermented herbs, H2: liquid feed + 15% fermented herbs and H3: liquid feed + 20% fermented herbs. The variables studied were consumption and digestibility of crude fiber and crude fat. The results showed that the treatment had a very pronounced effect (P < 0.01) on crude fiber consumption, crude fat and crude fiber and crude fat digestibility. It was concluded that the use of fermented herbal ingredients in rations at the levels of 10%, 15% and 20% had a very pronounced effect on crude fiber consumption, crude fat consumption, crude fiber digestibility and crude fat digestibility of landrace landrace pig farms in the grower phase.

The agricultural trading practices in rural areas, such as those at the Agri-Pinoy Trading Center in Roxas, Isabela, Philippines, continue to face inefficiencies stemming from labor-intensive manual transactions, disorganized marketplaces, and limited market access. This study presents the design, development, and evaluation of a relational database system using MySQL to support a web-based Market Goods Trading System tailored to the needs of agricultural stakeholders. The database structure follows rigorous normalization from 1NF to 5NF to ensure data integrity, reduce redundancy, and improve data handling efficiency. Core features include user account management, product inventory tracking, transaction logging, and role-based access control. To evaluate system performance, the database underwent load testing, stress testing, and performance profiling using tools such as Apache JMeter and MySQL Workbench. Results showed optimal scalability and responsiveness under various user loads, with success rates consistently above 97%. The implementation of indexing, query optimization, and connection pooling techniques further improved performance. The findings demonstrate the databases readiness for real-world deployment and its potential to significantly improve operational efficiency, data accessibility, and decision-making within the Agri-Pinoy Trading Center. Future enhancements may include mobile support, payment integration, and analytics dashboards to scale its impact.

The behavior of Washing Hands with Soap (CTPS) and running water is carried out as an effort to protect yourself and others in the prevention of infectious diseases. However, the practice of CTPS in Banyumas Regency is still low. One of the causes is the limitation of CTPS supporting facilities and infrastructure which results in ineligible facilities. The purpose of the study is to analyze factors related to the fulfillment of CTPS facility requirements. A type of observational analytical research with the crosssectional method. The population in this study is houses that have CTPS facilities in Baturraden District. The number of samples was 325 houses with the sampling technique of cluster random sampling. Data collection techniques through interviews and observations. Data analysis uses chi-square statistical ui and logistic regression. Factors related to the fulfillment of the CTPS facility requirements were the respondents education level (p-value = 0.05; OR=1,855; CI95%=1,123-3,064). income (P-value = 0.05; OR=1,855; CI95%=1,123-3,064), counseling (p-value = 0.05; OR=2,116; CI95%=1,273-3,518 knowledge (p-value = 0.05; OR=2,187; CI95%=1,137-4,207), and attitudes (p-value = 0.05; OR=2,187; CI95%=1,137-4,207). The dominant factors related to the fulfillment of CTPS facility requirements are counseling, knowledge and attitude. The Primary Health Center of Baturraden I needs to actively conduct counseling to increase public knowledge and attitudes regarding the importance of fulfilling the requirements of CTPS facilities.

This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) as a performance management tool in the West Wanagon Slope Stability (WWSS) project carried out by PT XZY at the Grasberg mine, Papua. The WWSS project plays a critical role in post-mining slope stabilization to minimize landslide risks and environmental impacts. Performance issues recorded between 2021 and 2024 include damaged or uncalibrated instruments (-8% from the > 95% target), limited predictive landslide analysis (+4 from the target of zero incidents), suboptimal geotechnical design and modeling (-0.15 from the =1.3% target), and unstable telemetry networks (-13% from the = 98% target). The research applied a mixed-method approach, combining quantitative financial ratio analysis (NPM, ROI, ROE) and statistical correlations with qualitative methods through questionnaires and in-depth interviews involving 100 respondents across various levels. The findings demonstrate that BSC provides a more holistic and measurable framework for managing project performance, with the highest score in the Environmental & Social perspective, followed by Financial, Stakeholder, Learning & Growth, and Internal Business Process perspectives. Recommended strategies derived from SWOT analysis and action plans include achieving zero fatality through early detection with real-time radar and deformation sensors, modernizing monitoring with integrated dashboards, strengthening human resources through training and certification in slope stability engineering, and ensuring cost control through risk-based budgeting and cost-benefit ratio audits.

With the proliferation of state-owned and privately owned universities in the country, there has been a surge of teenage undergraduates in the Nigerian universities. While it is a good development, there is concern about the cognitive stamina of teenagers to cope with the rigour of campus life. Though the government agency in charge of admissions-Joint Admission and Matriculation Board-JAMB, has relaxed the required age limit for university applicants to 16, some individuals are of the view that such teenage applicants do not have the mental faculty to navigate through the complexities of workloads and interpersonal relations common with university life. The Caleb University, therefore, introduced a course to help new entrants learn about the exigencies of campus life and how to handle any social challenge their new environment may unfold. Giving to the significance of this programme, this paper examines the impact of the course developed by Caleb University, Life Skills and Critical Thinking, CUL-MCM 101. Following three research objectives, descriptive survey was adopted to collate response from the students. A 19-item questionnaire was developed and administered to the freshmen who just completed the course in the 2024/2025 academic session. Results collated show that the freshmen found the course very helpful as many respondents stated that they have developed life skills like active listening and critical thinking and this knowledge is helping them foster better relationship with their colleagues, lecturers and parents. The study is underpinned by the Norman Garmezy theory of resilience. It is recommended that studies in this area of students resilience be intensified in the country and the course Life Skills and Critical Thinking be made a compulsory programme for all freshmen across the country.

The purpose of this study was to identify and compare the politeness strategies that were utilized in English novels and the English textbooks. To reach the objectives of the study, the Novel of the Lovely Bones and The Text Book of Family and Fronds 4 were selected as the materials of the study. The content of the mentioned-books was carefully and precisely analyzed and the obtained data were categorized according to Brown and Levinsons (1987) theory of politeness. The categories were the bald on-record strategy, positive strategy of politeness, negative strategy of politeness, and off-record strategy. The results obtained from data analysis indicated that bald-on record strategies of politeness were most frequently used strategies in both books. Additionally, positive strategies were equally included in both books. Moreover, after content analysis, it was understood that the text book of Family and Friends 4 employed no negative strategy while only 2 strategies were discovered in the English novel. Moreover, the results also indicated that the frequency of off-record strategies of the English text book was 16 whereas it was 15 in the English novel. Furthermore, the researcher found that both the English novel and English text book utilized 64.3 percent of the whole strategies and positive politeness strategies with the frequency of 21.1 were the most frequently used strategy in the both mentioned books. Generally, the results showed that there was a significant difference between the number of politeness strategies of the English novel and English textbook. The results of the study provide valuable implications for EFL teacher, learners, and material developers.

Background: Patient safety remains a fundamental priority in healthcare systems globally. Delays in nursing response times have been identified as a significant contributor to adverse events such as hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPI), IV infiltrations, and patient dissatisfaction. Hourly rounding, particularly when adapted to local needs, is a promising intervention to address these concerns. Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the ASTER Rounds protocol a structured, culturally tailored hourly rounding model in improving patient safety outcomes and satisfaction at ASTER Sanad Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Methods: A prospective, audit-based interventional study was conducted over seven months (November 2024 to May 2025), including 350 patients across inpatient departments. The intervention comprised structured hourly rounding guided by the ASTER framework (Anticipate Needs, Sensitivity & Safety, Tact, Elimination, Repositioning). Data were collected using three validated tools: the ASTER Audit Checklist, an Hourly Rounding Compliance Form, and the Nursing PREM Survey. Clinical outcomes such as HAPI, IV infiltrations, patient complaints, and expressions of appreciation were tracked monthly. Results: The implementation of ASTER Rounds led to a marked increase in rounding compliance from 72% to 91.5%. HAPI cases declined from 6 in November 2024 to zero by March 2025, while IV infiltrations reduced from 15 to 2 cases. Patient complaints fell from 25 to 2, whereas appreciation notes rose from 120 to 276. Nursing PREM survey scores indicated significant improvements in patient-perceived nurse responsiveness, communication, and clinical competence. Conclusion: ASTER Rounds significantly enhanced patient safety and satisfaction outcomes, demonstrating the efficacy of structured hourly rounding in a Middle Eastern context. The intervention proved adaptable, culturally sensitive, and effective in promoting standardized nursing care.

This study investigates how communication patterns reflect social and cultural issues, focusing on gender and language. The study employs a Qualitative research design using a textual analysis analyzing the communication patterns of the podcast host highlights the use of semantics, lexicogrammar, and phonology in videos from the podcast on toxic Filipino traits and Culture of different linguistic traits used by males, women, lesbians, and homosexual speakers to convey their ideas and feelings. While vocabulary choices reflect social standards, phonological differences, such as intonation and speech rhythm, distinguish speech across genders. Furthermore, discourse tactics and methods for establishing rapport, negotiating meaning, or asserting identity are examined. Communication is portrayed as a social activity influenced by a means to exchange information. This aligns with Sustainable Development Goal 5 (Gender Equality) by improving knowledge and language role in promoting and undermining gender roles and its use as a tool for inclusion or exclusion, and simultaneously supports Sustainable Development 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by encouraging more inclusive communication practices through raising awareness of diverse linguistic environment.

The purpose of this study is so that the public can understand, learn and use online loan services, and find out how many students use online loan services. The methodology used is quantitatively with data processing using PLS / SEM questionnaires distributed via google form to all Indonesian students who are currently studying, there are 387 students who have filled out the questionnaire form, which means that the students have used online loan services to overcome financial difficulties or other problems. The results of the study are the Negative Influence of Perceived Ease of Use on Behavioral Intention of Use and the Negative Influence of Perceived Usefulness on Behavioral Intention of Use. The implications of the study are that this theoretical research provides an important contribution to the development of theory, especially within the framework of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB). By combining variables such as Perceived Ease of Use (PEU), Perceived Usefulness (PU), Trust (TRU), Safety (SA), Attitude (ATT), and Behavioral Intention of Use (BIU), this study broadens the understanding of the factors that drive the adoption and use of online lending services among Indonesian students. This study provides valuable insights for online lending service providers, namely that service providers must ensure that their platforms are included in the perceived ease of use category and provide clear and easy-to-understand perceived usefulness to users, especially students.