bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
"Empowering the Modern Student”: The Impact of Digital Transformation on Education
Authors: Sreedhar Ch. Jyothi , Kumar Katakam D V M Pavan , Ram B. Sai , Kumar Ummadisetti Charan
Published: July 2024

In recent years, the rapid advancement of digital technology has significantly reshaped various facets of society, with education standing at the forefront of this transformation. This transformation offers students enhanced access to information, greater flexibility in learning, and the opportunity to develop skills essential for the modern workforce. The major objective of this study is to study the demographical impact on individual and overall factors of digital era transformations in the current society The study is purely descriptive. Random sampling method is used to collect the data from students who ae studying in schools, Arts and Science colleges and Engineering colleges in and around Vijayawada. Sample size of the study is 200. The questionnaire had 15 questions and the respondents were asked to rate their response on a 5point Likert’s scale, 1 being the least and 5 being top for pilot study. The analysis of variance is done by using R Programming, pivot table and charts by using Ms Excel. Findings of this study are the respondents whose age is below 30 and qualification is SSC, Degree leads to significantly influenced the factors of digital era transformations in the society. KEY WORDS INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT), DIGITAL ERA TRANSFORMATIONS, ANALYSIS OF VARIANCE, USING R PROGRAMMING, MS EXCEL.
CONSUMERS PREFERENCE AND BUYING BEHAVIOUR OF AYURVEDIC COSMETIC PRODUCTS IN PUDUCHERRY
Authors: Nandhini Mrs.S ,   Research scholar, Department of commerce P.K.R Arts college for women-Gobichettipalayam, Surega Dr.N ,   Assistant professor of commerce, P.K.R Arts college for women-Gobichettipalayam
Published: July 2024

Cosmetics market is one of the wide and progressing market in India and especially in Puducherry. In recent years, people have got awareness about ayurvedic cosmetic products and started to buy it. Every manufacturer is trying to widening their market, it is possible only when they understand the preferences and buying behaviour of the customers. This study has analysed the above aspects regarding ayurvedic cosmetic products in Puducherry. The sample size of the study is 180 respondents. The study found that the consumers in the study area preferred more on the aspects of quality of ayurvedic cosmetic products followed by price and discount and availability. Significant differences were evidenced in preferences of consumers towards ayurvedic cosmetic products with the demographic factors of gender, marital status and age. Significant differences were also found in consumers’ preferences towards ayurvedic cosmetic products with the economic factors of monthly income and monthly spending on ayurvedic cosmetics. The consumers’ had high positive behaviour towards Financial aspect of ayurvedic cosmetic products followed by product aspect. Their behaviour level was low in the psychological aspect and general aspect. Consumers’ buying behaviour had significant positive relationship with the demographic factors of gender, marital status and age. Consumers’ buying behaviour had significant positive relationship with the economic factors of Whether the respondent is an Earner?, Monthly income and Average spending on cosmetics. Key words: Consumer preference, buying behaviour, cosmetics, ayurvedic and product.
Comparative analysis of antimicrobial activity leaf extracts against prevalent Bacterial flora Associated with doorknobs at MIET, Meerut (U.P)
Authors: Husnain Arshi , Muskan Muskan , Sharma Sonia , Amir Asad
Published: July 2024

Microorganisms can be found everywhere, bacteria and fungi contaminate the human body, our houses, workplaces, and our environment. Fortunately, among many billions of bacteria, only 1500 can be dangerous to our health, causing different diseases such as pneumonia or skin infection. The human hand serves as a medium for the propagation of microorganisms from place to place, and from person to person. Although, it is nearly impossible for the hand to be free of microorganisms, as the presence of pathogenic bacteria may lead to chronic or acute illness. Every day, door handles are often hotspots for bacteria, public handles especially because of the frequent and inevitable use of most door handles, it can often be expected that bacteria are present. Many factors determine the suitability and population of bacteria. The material of the handle itself contributes to the growth of bacteria, with most door handles being constructed with stainless steel which is a more suitable home for bacteria. The material affects the time bacteria can survive on door handles; but more so, the temperature and humidity of the surrounding air, depending on these bacteria can thrive anywhere from a few hours to a few weeks. Human hands usually harbor microorganisms both as part of the body's normal flora as well as transient microbes contacted from the environment. People come into contact with a variety of fomites on a regular basis, and bacterial and fungal infections are on the rise.Investigators looked at the microbial growthconnected to the use of door knobs by students at MIETCOLLEGE OF EDUCATION BAGHPAT BYPASS MEERUT. 50 door knobs were randomly chosen for microbiological analysis. The samples were examined by means of conventional microbiological techniques. Haemolytic Streptococci, Bacillus species, coagulase-negative Staphylococci, Escherichia coli, Proteus species, and Staphylococcus aureus were among the bacteria that were identified from the earphones. Aspergillus spp., Mucor spp., and Rhizopus spp. were the fungi that were isolated. Staph. aureus, 12 (24%), are among the bacteria that were isolated from the door knobs. A substantial difference in the mean occurrence values of the isolates from the two groups was shown by statistical analysis (P 0.05). The study came to the conclusion that microbial growth does increase with frequent and continuous use of door knobs in comparison to nonfrequent use of door by comparing the occurrence values of the isolates from the two groups of door knobs users. The isolates found were screened for their antimicrobial activity and rose leaf propanol extract has the best antimicrobial effect against the isolated microbes. . Key Word; Microbial Contamination, Door, Handles, Knobs, s bacteria, medicinalplants, antimicrobial activity.
The Influence Of Social Presence On Impulsive Behavior Buy Gen Z On Live Streaming E-Commerce Shopee With Sor Framework
Authors: Gumay Elsa Christy , Bangsawan Satria , Pandjaitan Dorothy Rouly H.
Published: July 2024

The rapid development of the internet in Indonesia has driven the growth of e-commerce businesses, with this phenomenon being a major factor in the emergence of live streaming e-commerce features. There exists a social presence in live streaming e-commerce, which is the ability to interact directly with viewers, thus prompting unplanned purchases (Impulsive Buying). In Indonesia, Gen Z tends to engage in impulsive buying, especially when shopping online. The need for instant gratification and the convenience of online shopping further fuel this behavior, often resulting in unplanned and impulsive purchases. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the influence of social presence on impulsive buying in live streaming e-commerce among Gen Z. Using dimensions such as broadcaster's social presence, viewer's social presence, live streaming social presence, arousal, and pleasure. Thus, this research examines the impact of social presence that may affect impulsive buying on Shopee. This study adopts a quantitative research approach using Structural Equation Model (SEM) with AMOS application. Data collection involves quantitative methods through questionnaires and SEM analysis. The research findings indicate that the overall Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) supports the current model, where impulsive buying dimensions have a positive and significant influence from broadcaster's social presence, viewer's social presence, live streaming social presence, arousal, and pleasure. This study is expected to provide theoretical and practical insights into how marketers can effectively plan and implement strategies in live streaming e-commerce. Keywords: e-commerce, marketing, social presence, impulsive buying, Gen Z, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM).
Kecemasan Peserta Didik dalam Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab
Authors: Sholeha Fathma Zahara , Al Baqi Safiruddin
Published: July 2024

Kecemasan belajar merupakan tekanan-tekanan yang dialai oleh siswa saat menjali proses belajar, termasuk dalam proses belajar bahasa Arab. Kecemasan bahasa menjadi masalah karena kecemasan bisa mempengaruhi banyak aspek lain dalam diri peserta didik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk membahas kesulitan-kesulitan yang dialami peserta didik yang kemudian menyebabkan kecemasan peserta didik dalam pembelajaran Bahasa Arab. metode yang digunakan adalah literature review dengan menggunakan data-data berupa buku, jurnal dan referensi lain. Data yang diperoleh kemudian dianalisis menggunakan analisis tematik. Penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tujuan utama seseorang mempelajari bahasa Arab yaitu agar mampu berkomunikasi secara lisan dan tulisan. Sedangkan motivasi mempelajari Bahasa Arab diantaranya mempelajari bahasa utama agama Islam, ketika ingin berkunjung ke negara Arab dan mempelajari karya ulama Arab. Terdapat beberapa faktor yang mempengaruhi kecemasan peserta didik dalfaktoram belajar bahasa Arab, yaitu faktor psikologis, situasi ini terjadi ketika siswa diharapkan dapat berkomunikasi dengan orang lain; faktor instruksional, yaitu prosedur kelas yang diterapkan dan hubungan guru-siswa, dan faktor situasional seperti bicara depan kelas. Kecemasan yang dialami akan berdampak pada beberapa hal seperti kepercayaan diri peserta didik saat berbicara bahasa Arab.
Prescribing Practices in Pediatrics and Drug Utilization Studies Promoting Pediatric Health
Authors: Mir Mashooq Ahmad , Dar Mohd Altaf , Qadir Afshana
Published: July 2024

Knowledge of drug administration in children and infants lags behind that of adults for many reasons. These include developmental differences that affect the pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic profiles of drugs, ethical and financial reasons, research capabilities, and regulatory guidelines and constraints. Most of the drugs prescribed for children have not been tested in the pediatric population due to the difficulties in carrying out clinical studies in children and ethical issues due to children not being able to make their own decisions to participate in a clinical trial. Epidemiological evaluation of medicine use in elderly is now a highly visible topic, but drug prescribing studies in pediatric patients have been limited. The higher incidence of infections in pediatric population as compared to adults leads to higher prescription of Antimicrobial Drugs (AMDs), at times more than two in single prescription. The use of antibiotics in children has been a major area of concern. . Periodic prescriptions analysis and effective feedback to clinician should be done based on results to ensure rational prescribing and effective health care management, which will ultimately lead to a better child health. In this review article, we will to analyze prescribing practices in pediatrics and drug utilization studies promoting pediatric health.
The Role of Salary on Teacher Performance in Secondary School
Authors: Ahmed Adanweli Abdullahi
Published: July 2024

Objectives: The primary objective of this review paper is to examine the impact of salary on teacher performance in secondary schools. Methodology: The research utilizes an in-depth analysis of existing literature to examine how teacher salaries impact their performance. It examines data from multiple sources to investigate the trends and results related to teacher pay in different educational settings. Results: The results show a clear connection between fair teacher wages and enhanced performance. Educators who are fairly paid are more inspired, content, and dedicated to their duties, leading to superior educational results for students. In contrast, inadequate salaries lead to a significant turnover of teachers, especially in rural and less developed areas, which worsens educational inequalities. Conclusion: The research indicates that teacher salaries play a crucial role in guaranteeing a high standard of education. Proper payment not only boosts the performance of teachers but also helps maintain the stability and efficiency of the education system. Recommendations: It is recommended that educational policymakers prioritize competitive salary structures for teachers to enhance their performance and retention. Additionally, further empirical research should be conducted to explore the nuanced impacts of teacher pay on educational outcomes across different contexts.
The Heritability of Mental Health Disorders: The Role of Heritability and Environmental Factors
Authors: Ukpene Anthony O.
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this paper was to identify the degree of heritability of mental health disorders by examining the relationship between genetic predisposition and environmental triggers. We recruited fifty-five participants from five medical centers in Edo and Delta States of Nigeria, regardless of their gender or age, based on their predisposing family history of mental disorders. Prior to the study, these participants underwent a structured interview, a genetic vulnerability assessment using a specific polymorphism assay, and an environmental search. In view of this, it was ascertained that the estimated heritability of various mental disorders was: major depressive disorder (MDD) = 50–60%; bipolar disorder = 70–80%; schizophrenia = 60–70%; anxiety disorders = 30–40%; and attention-deficit/Hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) = 70–80%. Environmental conditions, childhood trauma, chemical use, the economic situation, living in large populations, and parents' mental health are among the factors that contribute to mental health disorders. Altogether, the work proved that genetic predispositions to mental health disorders bear equal responsibility in the development of the diseases, though it identified environmental factors as central in either enhancing or triggering these susceptibilities. This study provides clear evidence that mental health disorders are polygenic, and that research on the disorders should include both genetic and environmental aspects.
Gestionarea riscurilor și amenințărilor la Marea Neagră: scenarii pentru viitor și implicarea României
Authors: Bordea Simona-Daniela ,   Comandamentul Logistic Întrunit
Published: July 2024

Given the plasticity of the current geopolitical environment and the increasingly visible concern of NATO and the EU related to security in the Black Sea region in the context of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, the present article adopts a multidimensional approach to assess regional risks and threats. The paper begins by providing a comprehensive overview of the current security situation, focusing on diverse challenges that include both conventional and hybrid threats. Drawing on a diverse range of academic sources, policy documents and security analyses, and employing an empirical qualitative research approach, this study examines the factors that contribute to regional instability, such as territorial disputes, military buildup and hybrid threats.
An essential point of this article is Romania’s role in addressing the identified risks and threats. The analysis investigates Romania’s position as a NATO and EU member state and its contributions to regional security initiatives. In addition, it highlights the importance of inter-institutional cooperation and coordination for strengthening Romania’s resilience in the face of complex security challenges. Overall, this article provides not only a comprehensive analysis of the security landscape in the Black Sea region, but also valuable insights into the potential paths that future developments could take.
Evoluțiile pieței de armament în contextul conflictului militar din Ucraina
Authors: Săvulescu Ștefan ,   Ministerul Afacerilor Interne, Ivan Lucian ,   Ministerul Afacerilor Interne
Published: July 2024

The military conflict provoked by the Russian Federation in Ukraine has created major imbalances in international security. In this fluid and unpredictable security environment, the defence industry has reacted promptly, increasing production and export of military equipment and modern weapon systems to counterbalance the aggressive actions of the Russian Federation.
The data analysed indicate the Russian Federation’s continuing concern to make significant defence investments, including in the defence complex, which reveals its interest in continuing
the military conflict in Ukraine. As for the Euro-Atlantic states, they are trying to counter the threat posed by the Russian Federation by supplying Ukraine with high-performance military
equipment, while investing in their militaries to supplement the weapons supplied to Ukraine. After the outbreak of the military conflict in Ukraine, Romania has managed to increase its
exports of arms and ammunition, creating favourable conditions for profitable partnerships with large companies in the Euro-Atlantic area. At the same time, Romania has increased its
defence budget allocation to 2.5% of GDP, and there are discussions to further increase this percentage in the coming period. A substantial part of this budget allocation is earmarked for
the procurement of modern military equipment to NATO standards for the Romanian armed forces.
Schimbarea ordinii globale post-Război Rece: noi centre de putere sunt în curs de dezvoltare – trecerea la o perioadă multipolară
Authors: Cernat Romică ,   Centrul de Cercetare a Istoriei Relațiilor Internaționale
și Studii Culturale „Grigore Gafencu”, Universitatea „Valahia”
Published: July 2024

The post-Cold War period, which began in the early 1990s and was generally considered a unipolar stage, with the United States as the only superpower, has passed into a new phase, largely, due to the global consequences of Russia and China’s actions, marked by the events generated by Russia from 2006 until 2014 and in particular by the triggering, on 24 February 2022, of a new unprovoked war against Ukraine, a country invaded for the first time in 2014 and partially occupied for almost nine years but also by China’s actions in the South and East China Sea. The last decade and, in particular, the recent period is characterised by a global strategic competition between the US, China, and the Russian Federation and the alliances they belong to, accelerated by the Ukraine war and the tensions in the Indo-Pacific region, with consequences, among others, on the aspects regarding international order and defence-related aspects to the global strategy. BRICS has firmly committed to promoting the interests of the Global South, to creating a new more inclusive international order, forcing major structural changes to global and regional security architectures. Thus, a conflict of interests emerges between the actions and the role of the US, as a superpower, in the world arena and the actions of China and the Russian Federation, mainly to create a highly multipolar global situation and to evolve as a regional and global hegemon.
Provocări și perspective ale securității extinse – modelul conceptual al României –
Authors: Gabor Gabriel ,   Academia Forțelor Terestre „Nicolae Bălcescu”
Published: July 2024

The end of the Cold War marked the beginning of a new era in the international order. Several theorists have defined this period as a transition from a new international order of bipolarism to multipolarism, from the binomial of two great powers to interconnected and interdependent power centres. A new approach to international theory has gained momentum, namely the in-depth study of security theories, or more precisely the emergence of security studies. This paper explains the concept of extended security. The objective of this article is to conceptualise a new security model that is specific to our country. The results obtained will be presented in the conclusions of this article.
Recrutarea, instruirea și retenția personalului militar – o perspectivă psihosocială –
Authors: Dobre Cristian ,   Ministerul Apărării Naționale
Published: July 2024

The article addresses, in an integrated way, three of the most pressing issues of the military body, which concern human resources: recruitment, training and retention of personnel and, after a psychological analysis of the three elements, concrete solutions are proposed for their development. In addressing these issues, we started with the description of the psychosocial profile of the military organisation and from the hypothesis that the optimal efficiency of the operation of the military organisation is given by a series of three interconnected processes: recruitment, training and retention of personnel.In this sense, based on exhaustive research, the factors influencing the reference processes from a psychological and social point of view were evaluated and realistic, pragmatic and specific solutions to improve recruitment, training and retention were sought. Therefore, the article reveals both the biggest problems and the solutions of recruitment, training and personal retention.
Percepții românești asupra Turciei și a rolului său la Marea Neagră (noiembrie 1940-iunie 1941)
Authors: Ungureanu George-Daniel ,   Depozitul central de arhivă „General Grigore Constandache” din Piteşti
Published: July 2024

In November 1940, the direct German-Soviet bilateral contacts revealed some substantial differences of interest, mainly concerning the Black Sea basin and the Balkan Peninsula. The relations between Germany and the USSR would become increasingly cold and difficult, culminating in the launch of Operation Barbarossa, on 22 June 1941. The intensification of the German-Soviet differences was seen as an encouraging development by both Romania and Türkiye, as both Pontic states had been subject to expansionist tendencies of the USSR, manifested in various forms and, in Türkiye’s case, lacking concrete results.Our article briefly presents Romanian perceptions of Türkiye’s importance and conduct in the region, within the context of a shrinking Romania that had become part of the Berlin-Rome Axis system, while Türkiye was striving to maintain its neutrality, sovereignty and territorial integrity. Among the sources we consulted, a number of documents from Romanian diplomatic and military archives ought to be mentioned.
Negocierile româno-turce pentru semnarea convenţiilor militare – noi abordări generate de proximitatea Mării Negre
Authors: Oșca Alexandru ,   Comisia Română de Istorie Militară
Published: July 2024

The military collaboration between Romania and Turkey became imperative, especially after 1933, when the general revisionist trend became apparent. In broad terms, the course of the discussions in that regard was intricate, beginning with talks for a bilateral military arrangement, followed by joint negotiations with other partners in the Balkan Pact, during which bilateral discussions between Romanian and Turkish military planners continued, and concluding with bilateral support commitments after Yugoslavia’s defection and the outbreak of war in September 1939. Both parties had their own objective defence needs, but also shared goals such as discouraging revisionist tendencies in the Balkan region or beyond.
Un nume uitat: generalul Eugen Cotiujinschi
Authors: Leșcu Anatol ,   Academia Militară „Alexandru cel Bun”, Chișinău
Published: July 2024

Romanians have a long history of fighting for national unity and recognition as a nation. Despite being divided by power-hungry empires, they have shown immense courage and heroism throughout the centuries. Many military figures have emerged from this struggle, some of whom are well-known from school. Unfortunately, others have been forgotten, especially those who were intentionally erased from collective memory during the communist period for ideological reasons. General Eugen Cotiujinschi is one such figure who deserves to be remembered and rehabilitated. Despite being unfairly overlooked, his life story is one that should be shared with the public. Cotiujinschi was the son of a Moldovan priest and rose to become a Lieutenant General in the Russian imperial army, participating in three wars. His example is one that can inspire younger generations today.
Colaborarea dintre Armată și Biserică în prima jumătate a secolului al XX-lea
Authors: Popoviciu Ioan Dan ,   Batalionul 24 Vânători de Munte „General Gheorghe Avramescu”, Miercurea Ciuc
Published: July 2024

The process of secularisation, which started with the French Revolution in the late 18th century, was at its peak in the twentieth century when the Church was besieged by atheist regimes that emerged from the ashes of former empires after the First World War. However, the reverberations of this European anticlerical phenomenon were affected by the peculiarities of the Romanian space. Here, the church was called an auxiliary of the state, the support of the Church in preserving the state integrity being a constant throughout the centuries of existence of the Romanian people. This support was all the more visible in the first half of the twentieth century when the Romanian people fought for survival and national wholeness. These issues will be addressed, through the historical research method, during this article.
Strategia de securitate pentru regiunea Mării Negre: cooperare, stabilitate și dezvoltare durabilă
Authors: Popa Nicolae-Silviu ,   Academia Navală „Mircea cel Bătrân”, Chiorcea Ion ,   Academia Navală „Mircea cel Bătrân”
Published: July 2024

The article explores the development of a comprehensive security strategy for the Black Sea region, focusing on multiple aspects of security, including energy security, conflict management, cyber security and defence cooperation. The implementation of such a strategy involves sustainable efforts and close collaboration between the littoral states, international organisations and external partners.
On energy security, the article stresses the importance of developing energy infrastructure, diversifying energy sources and promoting energy efficiency. It also highlights the need to strengthen regional cooperation to address challenges such as conflict management, environmental protection and cyber security.
Conflict management is another key element of the strategy, with a focus on identifying, monitoring and resolving conflicts through dialogue and negotiation. Cyber security is treated as a global concern, with an emphasis on the need for close cooperation and information sharing to counter evolving cyber threats. Defence cooperation strengthens military capabilities and improves military security.
The Impact of the Russian War on Its Ability to Project Power Geopolitically
Authors: Grigoraș-Stănescu Șerban ,   Ministerul Apărării Naționale
Published: July 2024

In recent years, Russia has gradually lost influence in peripheral states that traditionally used to gravitate around Moscow. China’s significant investments in infrastructure development and trade with Central Asian states have isolated Russia, causing it to lose its importance and guiding role in the region. At the same time, Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine has led to a complete breakdown in Russian-European relations and increased cohesion among Western nations. Although Russia has lost its role as the world’s second-largest power to China, Sino-Russian relations remain a vital issue in regional and international dynamics due to the conjunctural alliance designed to shake the leading role of the US in the global security architecture. The struggle between the West and Russia creates imbalances throughout the international system, and the current World Order seems more disrupted than ever in the last 30 years.
Influence of Cyber Dimension on Air Force Activities Case Study: The Conflict in Ukraine
Authors: Onesimiuc Vasile-Cristian ,   Universitatea Națională de Apărare „Carol I”
Published: July 2024

The cyber dimension has played an important part during the conflict in Ukraine, but the cyber activities have not had the span many military experts expected. Nevertheless, it is obvious this dimension is highly used by both sides of the conflict, and, moreover, this dimension has been active not only during the entire length of the conflict begun in 2014, but also before the annexation of the Crimean Peninsula. The increase in such activities before the start of the invasion in 2022 has done nothing else but to underline the importance of the cyber domain for future conflicts, air force security being a continuous challenge, considering that these forces are among the first ones to have been used in conflict by both Russia and Ukraine. The conflict in Ukraine has shown once more that the cyber dimension is and must be taken into consideration in each and every stage to ensure national security, before, during and after the conventional conflict, but it must not be overestimated in respect to the desired effects and those that can be achieved.
Challenges and Perspectives of Extended Security – The Conceptual Model of Romania –
Authors: Gabor Gabriel ,   Academia Forțelor Terestre „Nicolae Bălcescu”
Published: July 2024

The end of the Cold War marked the beginning of a new era in the international order. Several theorists have defined this period as a transition from a new international order of bipolarism to multipolarism, from the binomial of two great powers to interconnected and interdependent power centres. A new approach to international theory has gained momentum, namely the in-depth study of security theories, or more precisely the emergence of security studies. This paper explains the concept of extended security. The objective of this article is to conceptualise a new security model that is specific to our country. The results obtained will be presented in the conclusions of this article.
Mapping Recent Universal and Particular Claims related to Jerusalem “As Capital of Israel” in Official Israeli and Palestinian Statements
Authors: Mațoi Ecaterina ,   Middle East Political and Economic Institute
Published: July 2024

A few years ago, the United States (US) officially recognized Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, and shortly afterwards the American diplomatic mission was relocated from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem/al-Quds, although internationally the decision was heavily criticized and met with protests on several levels. The US initiative was adopted as such by other countries supportive of US policy overseas, while Israeli and Palestinian politicians were given a new subject of confrontation at least at the level of speeches and official statements. The purpose of this research is to map universal and particular claims linked to the historic Jerusalem/al-Quds in official Israeli and Palestinian statements at the beginning of the 21st century in selected speeches or official statements of the following Israeli and Palestinian politicians: Naftali Bennet, Benjamin Netanyahu, Ismail Haniyeh and Khaled Meshaal by using discourse analysis in order to identify to which type of techniques and arguments the analysed political personalities resorted to in their speeches, in order to convince and influence their audience.
European Military Mobility – Implications from the Perspective of Integrated Defence Resources Management
Authors: Bangală Mădălin-Adrian ,   European Security and Defence College
Published: July 2024

The European Union’s decision to deepen and develop the military mobility from a logistical and organisational point of view represents a logical step in its natural evolution. The implementation of the EU Action Plan on Military Mobility, presented by the High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy in 2018, represents a main act in achieving the generic purpose of the European Union, i.e., a European Defence Union. This article aims to highlight these military mobility measures proposed to be implemented, but also to emphasise the outcome from the integrated management of defence resources point of view. This article will try to link the causes to the results concerning the implementation of European military mobility. A synthetic documentary analysis, taken mainly from a qualitative point of view and with an additional quantitative support, will try to highlight the causal element and the effects on European military mobility related to the integrated management of defence resources. The research hypothesis is related to the utility of measures taken for the development and operationalisation of European military mobility in relation to the actual impact on defence resource management, respectively the coherence of defence planning in member states and resource optimisation.
Temporary Buildings for Military Facilities – Solutions for Increasing Adaptability and Efficiency –
Authors: Segal Adina ,   Ministerul Apărării Naționale
Published: July 2024

Temporary constructions involve structures that can be quickly assembled or disassembled and easily modified. Since the adaptability they offer is essential in the conduct of military actions, in the development of permanent infrastructure and last but not least in post-disaster interventions, they play a significant role in the defence infrastructure framework. Real estate investments of the Ministry of National Defense (MApN) must comply with both national legislative frameworks and departmental regulations. Temporary facilities are no exception. By analysing the regulations applicable for their implementation, the article briefly presents the typologies of temporary constructions defined by military regulations, the stages of technical documentation development and the conditions for authorising execution works, as well as some considerations on the opportunity to create a regulation dedicated to temporary military constructions.
The First Loss of Romanian Commercial Vessels
Authors: Giurcă Ion ,   Universitatea Hyperion
Published: July 2024

The issue of Romanian commercial vessels during the Second World War has not been extensively presented in Romanian historiography, although it pertains to national security and defence.
After great financial efforts, in 1939, Romania had a commercial fleet that ensured part of the transport needs of exported and imported goods. With the exception of the passenger ships sent to Istanbul, the other vessels, which were in ports in the Mediterranean, the USA and Great Britain, as well as those leased to Germany, were lost. Even if some shipowners managed to recover the vessels or their value, they did not sail under the Romanian flag. The mentioned situation was determined by the geopolitical and geostrategic evolution in Europe and worldwide. With regard to Romania, the proximity to Germany and, then, the “alliance” with the government in Berlin were catastrophic also from the perspective of the situation of the Romanian commercial fleet. The USA, Great Britain and the USSR acted in accordance with their interests both during the war and after its end, so that the Romanian state could not recover any vessel or the value of those lost
Collaboration between the Army and the Church in the First Half of the Twentieth Century
Authors: Popoviciu Ioan Dan ,   Batalionul 24 Vânători de Munte „General Gheorghe Avramescu”, Miercurea Ciuc
Published: July 2024

The process of secularisation, which started with the French Revolution in the late 18th century, was at its peak in the twentieth century when the Church was besieged by atheist regimes that emerged from the ashes of former empires after the First World War. However, the reverberations of this European anticlerical phenomenon were affected by the peculiarities of the Romanian space. Here, the church was called an auxiliary of the state, the support of the Church in preserving the state integrity being a constant throughout the centuries of existence of the Romanian people. This support was all the more visible in the first half of the twentieth century when the Romanian people fought for survival and national wholeness. These issues will be addressed, through the historical research method, during this article.
Security Strategy for the Black Sea Region: Cooperation, Stability and Sustainable Development
Authors: Popa Nicolae-Silviu ,   Academia Navală „Mircea cel Bătrân”, Chiorcea Ion ,   Academia Navală „Mircea cel Bătrân”
Published: July 2024

The article explores the development of a comprehensive security strategy for the Black Sea region, focusing on multiple aspects of security, including energy security, conflict management, cyber security and defence cooperation. The implementation of such a strategy involves sustainable efforts and close collaboration between the littoral states, international organisations and external partners.
On energy security, the article stresses the importance of developing energy infrastructure, diversifying energy sources and promoting energy efficiency. It also highlights the need to strengthen regional cooperation to address challenges such as conflict management, environmental protection and cyber security.
Conflict management is another key element of the strategy, with a focus on identifying, monitoring and resolving conflicts through dialogue and negotiation. Cyber security is treated as a global concern, with an emphasis on the need for close cooperation and information sharing to counter evolving cyber threats. Defence cooperation strengthens military capabilities and improves military security.
Generalities concerning the Capitalization on some Elements of Military Art in the Russian-Ukrainian War
Authors: Ciubara Iurii ,   Academia Militară a Forțelor Armate „Alexandru cel Bun”, Chișinău
Published: July 2024

The article addresses some points of view regarding the particularities of military art, as a result of studying the military actions carried out in the Russian-Ukrainian war, expressing a general character and serving to achieve the proposed objectives. The author focused his attention on the examination of the sources, the elucidation of various phenomena and significant moments
about military art, in correlation with the mutations of the battlefield. The mentioned results were obtained following the study of the factual material and the formulation of some ideas from the learned lessons, which will later be useful in the national military art. The author approaches the visions of the operations based on the analysis of the phenomena, laws and established principles regarding the conduct of the armed struggle, the existing conceptions of the universal military thought. In conclusion, choosing of the correct course of action will depend on the ratio of forces and means of the conflicting parties, the action plans of one’s own forces and of the adversary, as well as the visionary capabilities of the commanders.
Beyond the Words – The Verbal Analysis of Political-Military Personalities’ Speeches
Authors: Vârlan Manuela ,   Ministerul Apărării Naționale
Published: July 2024

Within the article, I intend to approach politicians’ speeches from the point of view of word analysis, in order to discover what lies beyond the apparent message. Often, the information space is assimilated to a battlefield where words, like projectiles, fly to all sides to reach their target. The analysis of political discourses complements and validates the distant assessment of political leaders’ personality traits. Thus, we can determine whether or not the generated language patterns reflect their decisions. The neurolinguistic studies show that grammatical choices are not made consciously, thus we can discover important information about the personality of a political person. Moreover, it can be validated or not by comparison if the author of the speech is the same as the one who promotes it. This method of verbal communication analysis complements the remote
psychological evaluation of political-military personalities on the ways in which they assume decisions.
Romanians and Bulgarians – Incidents at the Danube River Border (1890-1901)
Authors: Spînu Alin ,   Universitatea din București
Published: July 2024

On 2/14 September 1829, the Peace Treaty of Adrianople between the Tsarist Empire and the Ottoman Empire was concluded with important effects for the two Romanian countries, Moldavia and Wallachia. Their political development was regulated by a separate document, an integral part of the text of the Treaty. The separate Act confirmed the agreements made by the Tsarist Empire and the Ottoman Empire in the text of the Akkerman (White Citadel) Convention on 25 September/7 October 1826, on the election of the Romanian ruler, following the wish and consent expressed by the Sublime Porte. In addition to these political issues, important for the topic covered in this article were the provisions related to the protection of the borders, especially the right bank of the Danube and the islands close to the left bank of the great river that were in proximity to the Ottoman Empire. According to the Adrianople Treaty of 1829, the thalweg along the Danube was considered the border between Moldova and Wallachia on the entire common sector up to the confluence with the Prut River, agreement protected by the Sublime Porte. In 1830, after the Treaty of Adrianople, a commission composed of the delegates of Wallachia, Moldavia, the Tsarist Empire and the Ottoman Empire proceeded to delimiting the river border between the Ottoman Empire and
the Romanian Countries by fixing the existing thalweg at that time. Obviously, natural phenomena contributed over time to its modification, so that, after the Congress of Berlin in 1878, when it was decided to trace the land border between the countries bordering the Danube, a series of incidents at the Romanian-Bulgarian river border occurred. In this context, it is highlighted the strategic and economic importance of the Danube.
PEDAGOGICAL FOUNDATIONS AND PRINCIPLES OF EDUCATING STUDENTS IN THE SPIRIT OF LOVE FOR THE MOTHERLAND IN THE TEACHING OF HISTORICAL WORKS
Authors: Polatovna Rametullaeva Nadira ,   Teacher of the Department of Pedagogy and Psychology of Karakalpak State University, Uzbekistan
Published: July 2024

In this article, when teaching historical works, thoughts and reflections are made on the pedagogical foundations and principles of educating students in the spirit of love for the motherland. Educating students in the spirit of love for the motherland through the teaching of historical works is a crucial aspect of modern education. This approach not only enriches students' understanding of their national history but also fosters a sense of pride, identity, and responsibility toward their country. Patriotism, defined as a deep-seated love and devotion to one's country, plays a significant role in shaping a responsible and engaged citizenry. Educating students to develop a love for their motherland helps instill values such as loyalty, respect for national symbols, and an understanding of civic duties. It also fosters unity and social cohesion, contributing to the stability and prosperity of the nation.
Optimizing Diabetes Prediction with Machine Learning: Model Comparisons and Insights
Authors: Wu Kexin
Published: July 2024

This study aims to predict diabetes using various machine learning models and compare their performances. The dataset utilized contains health indicators and lifestyle factors from a diverse population. The models evaluated include Random Forest, Logistic Regression, Support Vector Machine (SVM), and Gradient Boosting. Results indicate that Gradient Boosting outperforms other models in terms of accuracy, precision, and recall, making it a robust choice for diabetes prediction. The analysis provides insights into the most significant features contributing to diabetes prediction and highlights the potential of machine learning in medical diagnosis.
Evaluasi Implementasi Standar Homestay Di Kabupaten Lampung Barat
Authors: Yanti Yunita Fitri , Astriawan Deris , Simbolon Rifka , Pratama Yudha Sakti
Published: July 2024

Latar Belakang :
Salah satu kebutuhan pokok wisatawan dalam berkunjung ke suatu destinasi wisata adalah akomodasi. Homestay merupakan salah satu pilihan akomodasi  tempat  menginap. Selain untuk memenuhi kebutuhan menginap wisatawan, homestay juga menawarkan pengalaman budaya dan kehidupan masyarakat lokal yang menarik serta autentik, namun permasalahan saat ini adalah kurangnya pemahaman pengelola homestay terkait standar kebersihan, keamanan, dan fasilitas yang ditawarkan di homestay tersebut. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah  mendeskripsikan hasil penerapan standar nasional menurut Kementrian Pariwisata dan Ekonomi Kreatif (Permenparekraf) Nomor 9 Tahun 2014 tentang standar dalam pengelolaan homestay di Lampung Barat khususnya Kecamatan Lumbok Seminung, Suoh, Belalau, dan Way Tenong .
Metodologi:
Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kulitatif deskriptif. Rentang waktu penelitian ini di bulan Juli- Desember 2023. Sumber data diperoleh melalui teknik observasi, kuesioner, dan wawancara. Data dianalisis dengan menggunakan analisis deskriptif kualitatif.
Temuan:
Berdasarkan hasil pengolahan data terkait penerapan standar homestay, homestay yang memiliki skor tertinggi yakni homestay sari rasa dengan skor 106 atau setara 84,1% dengan kategori cukup mendekati baik dengan rincian pada Aspek produk 81, aspek pelayanan 16, dan aspek pengelolaan 9, sedangkan homestay yang memiliki skor terendah yakni chandra homestay dengan skor 29 atau setara dengan 17,5% dengan rincian pada aspek  produk 26, aspek pelayanan 3, dan aspek pengelolaan 0.
Kesimpulan:
Berdasarkan data yang telah diakumulasikan, rata-rata penerapan standar homestay dari 17 homestay yang ada di Kabupaten lampung Barat yakni 53,32% dengan kategori cukup, tetapi terdapat beberapa homestay yang kurang bahkan belum memiliki aspek pengelolaan dalam menjalankan homestay-nya.
Keywords: Identifikasi, Homestay, Lampung Barat
The Malay’s Traditional Delicacy: The Practice of Bubur Anak Lebah in Perak
Authors: Apriyanto Yusup , Muhammad Idrus Muhammad Haikhal Afiki
Published: July 2024

Introduction:
This paper qualitatively explores the significance of Bubur Anak Lebah including the preparation, cooking methods, food decorum, and its practice in the current day.
Methodology:
The study informants are people who understand the practices of Bubur Anak Lebah from the past times until recent days who live in Ipoh, Perak. Data was collected through field observations and analyzed using narrative methods.
Findings:
This study found that Bubur Anak Lebah is a traditional Malaysian dish made from rice flour, tapioca flour, and pandan leaf. It is prepared through three steps: mixing the ingredients, boiling the liquid, and pressing the dough. The dish is served warm or hot, with a chewier texture similar to cendol. It can be colored brownish, green, or pale, depending on the sugar type. Historically, it was eaten by mothers after abstinence and Majelis Cukur jambul for babies and today it is served during Ramadhan bazaars or family times.
Conclusion: This study highlights that there are some different practices in using ingredients, cooking methods, and usage of Bubur Anak Lebah in local events in the past and recent days.
Keywords: Heritage, Malay, Traditional, Food, Bubur