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The formation of the Saber Pungli Task Force was carried out as a firm and real step by the government to restore public trust, so that through Presidential Regulation Number 87 of 2016 concerning the Clean Sweep Task Force for Illegal Levies, all city areas in Indonesia formed the task force to eradicate and enforce the law. This type of research is empirical. After the data is obtained, the researcher will group the data based on the data source and analyze it to get answers to the formulation of the problem in this study. The results of the study show that the Clean Sweep Task Force for Illegal Levies (Satgas Saber Pungli) was formed with the aim of eradicating the practice of illegal levies that occur in various public service sectors in Indonesia, and the Clean Sweep Task Force for Illegal Levies at Tenau Port involves various activities aimed at overcoming and preventing the practice of illegal levies in various public service sectors to create a public service system that is free from extortion and increase public trust in public services. In its implementation, various inhibiting factors are still encountered, namely the weak performance of the task force in the field, aspects of facilities and infrastructure such as the low reporting channels that are friendly and easily accessible to the public, and the budget which is still a real challenge in implementing the Saber Pungli Task Force function, especially in areas such as East Nusa Tenggara Province (NTT) which has geographical characteristics as an archipelago.

The phenomenon of the local Aceh party's victory in the 2024 legislative election demonstrates the success of political communication strategies employed by the elected members of the Aceh Regional House of Representatives. This study aims to analyze the political communication strategies used by local party members in winning the election and how these strategies build closeness with voters in Aceh. The research method is qualitative with a case study approach, involving in-depth interviews, observations, and document analysis related to political campaigns. The results indicate that a combination of interpersonal communication, utilization of social media, and integration of local cultural values are key to the success of the local party’s political communication strategy. This study contributes new insights by highlighting the importance of local wisdom-based political communication and the role of traditional and religious leaders in strengthening political support in a special autonomous region like Aceh. The findings can serve as a reference for developing more effective and contextual political communication strategies in regions with similar characteristics.

The livestock industry plays a strategic role in providing animal-based food, yet it continues to face challenges related to efficiency and sustainability. Issues such as land limitations, animal diseases, and feed price fluctuations demand innovative production systems. One emerging solution is digital livestock farming, which integrates information and communication technologies into livestock management. This study aims to examine the role of digital livestock farming in improving production efficiency through a literature review of scientific sources published between 2017 and 2024. Literature was gathered from electronic databases and analyzed using a descriptive-qualitative approach with thematic analysis. The findings reveal that technologies such as the Internet of Things, biometric sensors, big data, and artificial intelligence enhance feed efficiency, animal health, reproduction, and labor management. Moreover, these technologies improve animal welfare and reduce environmental impact. However, challenges such as low digital literacy, limited infrastructure, and insufficient policy support hinder implementation, especially in developing countries. This review highlights the need for cross-sector collaboration to support sustainable digital livestock adoption.

This research discusses the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Arabic language learning with a focus on personalizing teaching materials according to learner needs. The background of this research is based on the challenges in teaching Arabic which include the diversity of students' backgrounds. The research was conducted with a descriptive qualitative approach through observation, interview, and documentation study of the AI platform. The results show that AI is able to analyze students' strengths and weaknesses, provide adaptive content, and increase learning motivation. This study concludes that AI can be an effective tool in supporting more personalized and relevant Arabic language learning. Recommendations include teacher training, gradual adoption of technology, and development of local AI-based platforms.

This article discusses the transformation of the meaning of the altar from Hebrew tradition to modern spiritual life, highlighting the important role of the altar as a symbol of the relationship between humans and God. In Hebrew tradition, the altar serves as a physical altar for offering sacrifices, reflecting the sacrifice, purification, and spiritual commitment of the people of Israel. However, as time has progressed, the meaning of the altar has evolved into a deeper symbol that encompasses spiritual and emotional aspects. In a modern context, the altar is interpreted as a symbol of the human heart, a place where worship and devotion to God are performed wholeheartedly. This article also explores the application of altar values, such as devotion, humility, and service, in everyday life. Additionally, the concept of the altar is connected to universal interpretations that are relevant to various spiritual traditions. The method used in this research is a qualitative method with a literature study approach, involving the collection and analysis of literature and biblical verses related to the altar. Thus, this article aims to provide a deep understanding of the essence of the altar as a spiritual element that remains relevant, universal, and applicable in daily life, while inviting readers to reflect on the application of the altar concept in their lives.

This paper examines the story of King Saul seeking help from a medium in Endor as a tragic illustration of the spiritual downfall of a leader who was once chosen and anointed by God. In his distress and desperation, Saul chose a path that violated the law, marking his disconnection from God. This action not only shows a serious spiritual deviation, but also reveals the irony that a female medium becomes a means for God to deliver His judgment. It also explores Christian theological views on the practice of séances, including the moral and spiritual implications they bring. By comparing the historical and cultural background of Israel, and reviewing it from a biblical perspective, this paper emphasizes the importance of obedience to God's word and the dangers of involvement in the occult. The relevance of this story to the Christian life today serves as a reminder to remain steadfast in God's revelation and to distance ourselves from deviant spiritual practices. It also invites readers to reflect on the importance of maintaining spiritual integrity in facing the challenges of life.

Phonological skills are a crucial foundation in early childhood language and literacy development. This study aims to explore the use of digital educational games as an interactive learning medium to improve young children's phonological abilities. A quasi-experimental method with a one-group pre-test and post-test design was applied. The participants were 4–5-year-old children enrolled in an early childhood education center in City X. Data were collected through observation sheets and phonological tests. The findings revealed a significant improvement in children's phonological skills after engaging with digital educational games regularly over a four-week period. The games were designed to train skills in sound discrimination, rhyme recognition, and syllable identification. These results imply that digital technology can serve as an innovative and effective tool to support phonological learning in an enjoyable manner during early childhood. The findings provide valuable insights for educators and application developers to design learning media appropriate to children's developmental stages.  

Manipulation of public data in criminal policy is a strategic practice that selects and frames information to cover up institutional violations, and legitimizes repressive policies that ignore the principle of justice. Unfortunately, the development of communication technology has accelerated the circulation of information, leading to the birth of repressive policies based on popularity and distorted narratives. This study uses a qualitative research method with a conceptual approach. The data collection method was collected using library research, then analyzed using qualitative methods and presented descriptively. The results of the study indicate that manipulation of public data in criminal policy shifts the orientation of policy from fact-based rationality to biased emotional responses, so that it not only widens inequality and creates selective law enforcement, but also damages institutional legitimacy and erodes public trust in the criminal justice system. A transformative mitigation strategy is needed institutionally and culturally, through the implementation of comprehensive transparency in the entire data management cycle, strict and enforceable regulations, increasing public data literacy as a bulwark against misleading narratives, and the ethical use of digital technology, in order to return policy to a basis of evidence that is fair, accountable, and relevant to the social complexity faced.

Corporate crime in the environmental sector is one of the biggest challenges in law enforcement in Indonesia. Companies that pollute or destroy the environment are often difficult to hold criminally liable due to the impersonal nature of their legal entities. This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of law enforcement against corporations that commit environmental crimes and the obstacles faced by law enforcement officials in proving and imposing crimes against corporations. The method used is normative juridical with a legislative approach and case studies. This research found that although there is already a fairly strong legal framework, such as in Law No. 32 of 2009 and the new Criminal Code, implementation in the field is still weak. Some of the inhibiting factors include the difficulty of proving the responsibility structure in the corporation, the lack of investigator capacity, and the influence of economic power from corporations. Therefore, it is necessary to strengthen regulations, apparatus capacity, and corporate criminal accountability mechanisms that are more adaptive and firm.

Independence is a fundamental element that develops alongside the changes occurring within an individual, influenced by personal needs, societal demands, advancements in knowledge, and differing life goals. Various factors affect the changes in adolescent independence, starting from external pressures or the individual’s desire to become more independent and less reliant on others. This article discusses the definition of adolescent independence, the factors influencing it, the relationship between adolescent independence and career success, as well as theories and strategies for developing adolescent independence. The aim of this article is to encourage positive changes in the independence of teenagers who wish to start living independently in the world.  

Marriage in Indonesia is not only regulated by positive law, but also influenced by customary values, such as the tradition of uang panai in the Bugis community in Limpomajang which functions as a form of respect and responsibility for the prospective groom. This research uses a normative juridical method with an analytical descriptive approach to examine the existence of uang panai in the national legal system. The results show that uang panai is part of customary law that remains recognized as long as it does not conflict with laws and regulations and the principle of public order. Therefore, proper understanding from the community and legal apparatus is needed to accommodate customary elements within the framework of national law.

This study examines the practice of marital property division at the Sibolga Religious Court due to divorce caused by the husband's religious conversion. The phenomenon of divorce due to religious differences, especially religious conversion from Islam, creates legal complexities, particularly in determining rights and obligations related to marital property. This study employs a qualitative approach with an empirical legal research type, located at the Sibolga Religious Court. Data was obtained through in-depth interviews with judges, court clerks, and parties involved in the cases, as well as document studies of court decisions. The results indicate that the Sibolga Religious Court has absolute authority in handling divorce cases due to the husband's religious conversion and the division of marital property within them. Despite the religious conversion, the principles of Islamic marital property law (syirkah) remain the primary basis, considering the contribution of each party. Challenges include the complexity of proving contributions, often emotional negotiations between parties, and judges' efforts to achieve substantive justice. The implications of the decisions not only involve legal aspects but also social and psychological ones for the families. This study recommends the need for broader legal socialization regarding rights and obligations in interfaith marriages and increased public understanding of marital property dispute resolution procedures.

This article discusses the strategic role of traditional leaders in building harmonious communities while preserving cultural heritage. Amidst the challenges of globalization, traditional leaders serve as guardians of tradition and motivators in educating the younger generation about their cultural values. Through various community activities, traditional leaders create spaces for dialogue that strengthen social ties and cooperation among community members. In addition, they also act as mediators in resolving conflicts, using local wisdom-based approaches to achieve peaceful solutions. Thus, this article highlights the importance of traditional leadership in creating social harmony and preserving cultural identity in the modern era.

This study examines the role of the Tomb of Puyang Mengkedum Sakti as a historical and cultural symbol in the spread of Islam in Lahat Regency, South Sumatra. The main issue addressed is the lack of documentation and public understanding of Puyang Mengkedum Sakti’s contribution to the Islamization process in the region. The objective of the research is to identify the historical and da’wah values embedded in the tomb site and to understand the figure’s role in the local spread of Islam. A qualitative method was employed, using data collection techniques such as observation, in-depth interviews, and literature study. The results indicate that Puyang Mengkedum Sakti is a revered figure known for spreading Islamic teachings through local cultural adaptation and religious education. His tomb now serves as a pilgrimage site and a symbol of Islamic identity for the Lahat community.

This study investigates teachers' views on utilizing graphic media to enhance the speaking abilities of elementary school students. Employing a qualitative approach with a literature review, the study analyzes various journals, books, and relevant scientific articles. Findings reveal that teachers generally hold a favorable attitude toward graphic media, as it helps simplify material comprehension and motivates students to engage more actively in speaking activities. Nonetheless, challenges remain, including limited access to resources and insufficient technological skills. The discussion highlights the necessity of providing teacher training and institutional support to maximize the use of graphic media. In summary, graphic media proves to be an effective tool for improving speaking skills when combined with appropriate strategies and adequate teacher expertise.  

This study was aimed to look into students’ perception of using English movie in increasing listening skills. This study was quantitative research with using survey design. The survey was a way to collect the data how students perceived the use of English movie in listening classroom. Ten questionnaires were distributed to 28 students of second grade level at Lab School Unsyiah. The obtained data was analyzed descriptively based on students’ frequency. The result of this study showed majority of students felt positive with the use of English movie in developing the listening ability. The use of English movie in listening class assist students to learn and understand the speaker are saying. Therefore, the use of English movie was the preference media in learning English particularly to improve students’ listening skills.

The purpose of this study is to describe the short story Anjing Kampus by Lia Laeli Munaroh as seen through the perspective of feminism. This research is a qualitative descriptive research. The object of this research is the short story Anjing Kampus by Lia Laeli Muniroh published in Ruang Sastra in 2023, with data sources in the form of quotations and in the form of words, phrases, clauses, sentences, and paragraphs that show aspects of radical feminism in the short story Anjing Kampus by Lia Laeli Muniroh. The results of the research analysis can be seen in terms of radical feminism, the role of the main character "I" and her lover named Aryo in the short story Anjing Kampus with a cultural radical feminism approach, namely, depicted through the main character, namely the character "I" who experienced oppression in the form of physical violence and sexual exploitation, and the main character who was only used by her own body by her lover, Aryo. So that the character "I" makes an effort to resist the control of the body carried out by her lover.

Technology development has brought significant changes in education, demanding students' active role as prospective educators to innovate in learning. This article aims to describe the role of Elementary Madrasah Teacher Education (PGMI) students in collaborative community service to develop interactive teaching materials based on digital books in Mathematics subjects in class IV of MIS Al-Jihad Palangka Raya using the ABCD method (Audience, Behaviour, Condition, Degree). The study results showed that the teaching materials developed were feasible (material validation 97%, design 96%), received positive teacher responses (82%), and significantly impacted student learning outcomes. Thus, PGMI students are essential in supporting compelling and engaging digital-based learning innovations.

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the “Word Chemistry” technique in improving poetry writing skills of 8th-grade students at SMP Negeri 3 Maos during the 2024/2025 academic year. The background of this research lies in students’ limited ability to choose precise diction and express strong imagination in writing poetry. “Word Chemistry” is a creative technique that encourages imaginative exploration and combination of words, similar to chemical reactions, enriching students’ vocabulary and poetic expression. A quasi-experimental method was applied using a pretest-posttest design involving two groups: experimental and control. The primary instruments included poetry writing tests and scoring sheets assessing diction, imagery, creativity, and expression. Data analysis revealed a significant difference between pretest and posttest scores in the experimental group (p = 0.00000122), with 90.63% of students showing improvement, although most gains were categorized as low to moderate based on N-Gain analysis. The study concludes that the Word Chemistry technique significantly enhances students’ poetry writing skills and holds promise as a creative and enjoyable method for teaching literary expression.

This study aims to explore the implementation of inclusive education in Islamic educational institutions, as well as to identify the challenges and potential solutions in its practice. Using a qualitative approach through in-depth interviews and direct observation, the findings reveal significant obstacles such as limited teacher understanding, inadequate supporting facilities, and persistent social stigma toward students with special needs. However, continuous professional development for educators, the provision of inclusive-friendly infrastructure, and increased public awareness have proven effective in gradually addressing these challenges. The study emphasizes the importance of collaboration among government, educational institutions, and the wider community in establishing an equitable and quality Islamic education system that is inclusive for all. These findings also contribute to the development of inclusive education policies grounded in Islamic values.