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Productivity is one of the major issues facing Iraqi educational institutions, and it can be identified by examining the factors that influence it. Work-life balance is one of the key elements affecting the productivity of companies that rely heavily on human resources. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to examine how WLB affects employee productivity in Iraqi educational institutions. The study used a quantitative, cross-sectional, and correlational methodology. Every employee in academic institutions in Iraq who worked in the educational departments of the Maysan Education Directorate was included in the statistical population. Using random sampling and variance calculations, the sample size was calculated to be 200. A standard productivity questionnaire based on the ACHIEVE (1980) model and two work-life balance questionnaires by Wang and (2009) served as data collection tools for the study. Expert opinions were used to validate the questionnaires in terms of form and content, and Cronbach's alpha coefficient was used to assess the reliability of the instrument to be greater than 0.7. Smart PLS and SPSS 22 software were used for analysis. The results showed that employee productivity was affected by all elements of work motivation.

This study examines the issue of cross-border insolvency in the context of Indonesian bankruptcy law, particularly the limitations of national law in handling cases involving foreign elements such as assets or creditors outside Indonesia. Although Law Number 37 of 2004 contains universal principles, its implementation is hindered by Indonesia's adherence to the principle of territoriality and the absence of international agreements on mutual recognition and enforcement of foreign bankruptcy decisions. This normative legal research employs statutory and conceptual approaches to analyze the legal framework and principles relevant to cross-border insolvency. The findings show that Indonesian bankruptcy rulings currently have limited extraterritorial effect and cannot be directly enforced abroad without proper international legal instruments. To overcome these limitations, the adoption of the UNCITRAL Model Law on Cross-Border Insolvency is deemed necessary, along with efforts to establish bilateral or multilateral agreements. Such steps are expected to enhance legal certainty, protect creditors’ rights, and improve Indonesia’s insolvency regime in the context of global commerce.

This research discusses the semiotic signs used in the @barenbliss_id Instagram posters. This research aims to identify the verbal and visual signs used in Barenbliss Indonesia Instagram posters and explain how these signs shape consumer perception to increase brand engagement. This research used a qualitative descriptive method. The data were collected from two Instagram posters published by @barenbliss_id in November 2024. These posters were documented and analyzed by identifying their verbal and visual elements. Afterward, the interrelation of the signs to increase engagement was explained. Afterward, the interrelation of the signs to increased engagement was explained. The analysis applied Barthes’s semiotics theory and supported by Chandler’s signs framework. The findings of this research show that visual signs are more dominant than verbal signs, with a total of 13 visual signs and 7 verbal signs. The signs used are texts containing information about the product, bright and soft colors, images of the product, and models that help visually show the product’s use. The verbal and visual signs used on the posters are interrelated and complement each other. These results show that well-coordinated use of verbal and visual elements can effectively shape positive consumer perceptions and increase brand engagement.

Murals are positioned as texts that communicate social messages through a combination of visual and symbolic, and act as a medium for environmental advocacy in public spaces. This study discusses the mural design with the theme "The Impact of Vehicle Pollution on Public Health" as a form of visual language analyzed through M.A.K. Halliday's systemic functional linguistic approach, especially in the aspect of the situational context consisting of field, tenor, and mode. This analysis shows that the mural field reflects environmental issues and their impact on public health. The participants in this study include artists as message makers and the wider community as audiences; while the mode relies on strong visual images, symbolic colors, and text elements to strengthen the message. The results of the study reveal that this mural design not only functions as an artistic expression, but also as a means to build effective social awareness through visual strategies. This study emphasizes that understanding the situational context of mural design is very important for interpreting the message conveyed more deeply and critically to society.

The development of society and the increasing complexity of legal relations necessitate the reform of the national criminal law system. This research is motivated by the need to examine the relevance and responsiveness of provisions governing the criminal act of embezzlement in the 1946 Indonesian Criminal Code (Old KUHP) and the 2023 Indonesian Criminal Code (New KUHP). The aim of this study is to analyze the substantive similarities and differences between the two codifications of criminal law, and to assess the extent to which the New KUHP addresses the challenges of modern legal systems. This study employs a normative juridical method using a comparative approach to relevant legislation. The findings reveal that, while both codes share fundamental elements of embezzlement and similar sentencing structures, the 2023 KUHP adopts a more progressive approach. Key reforms include the expansion of legal subjects to include corporations, the adjustment of value thresholds for minor embezzlement, the implementation of more flexible sanctions such as fines, and the strengthening of restorative justice principles. The implications of these findings indicate that the 2023 KUHP is more adaptive to socio-economic dynamics and the needs of a modern criminal justice system. Accordingly, the New KUHP offers a more relevant and contextual legal framework, particularly in addressing embezzlement offenses.

Modernization has a major impact on various aspects of people's lives, including local culture. This article evaluates the impact of modernization on the culture of the Kerinci community in Jambi. The research method used is qualitative with an ethnographic approach. The results of the study indicate that although several cultural elements such as local languages, marriage customs, and traditional agricultural systems have declined, preservation efforts are still carried out through local education and cultural revitalization. This study emphasizes the importance of collaboration between indigenous communities and local governments to maintain Kerinci's cultural identity in the flow of modernization.

An Illustrated Storybook of Sir Alex Ferguson’s Coaching Career at Manchester United is designed to narrate the journey of one of the most prominent figures in the world of football from the United Kingdom. This project addresses the lack of engaging and inspiring reading materials for Indonesian adolescents, particularly those that present biographical content in an illustrated format. The book aims to serve as an alternative form of educational and motivational media, with the ultimate goal of fostering reading interest among young readers in Indonesia. The visual elements of the book are rendered in a semi-realistic, full-color illustration style to enhance appeal and accessibility for the target audience—teenagers. The design process utilizes the glass box method, which involves the collection of data and information from external sources. These sources include academic journals, articles, websites, films, YouTube content, autobiographical e-books, and other relevant digital platforms. Data collection is conducted to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the subject matter. Additionally, the problem-solving approach employed is based on the 5W+1H analytical framework (What, Why, Who, When, Where, and How). The final outcome of this undergraduate thesis project is a primary medium in the form of an illustrated storybook. It is further supported by a variety of promotional media such as an e-book, T-shirt, drawstring bag, X-banner, stickers, keychains, and posters.

 In political contests, campaign visuals play a significant role in shaping public perceptions of candidates. Campaign advertisements often do not only convey messages explicitly, but also embed symbolic meanings through visual and audio elements. The problem addressed in this study lies in how visual propaganda is strategically employed in the Prabowo-Gibran campaign advertisement titled Generasi Sehat Indonesia Maju to construct a positive image of the candidate pair through the representation of children and symbols of health. This study aims to examine the use of visual and audio elements in building a political narrative that appeals to both emotional and symbolic aspects. Using a qualitative method with a content analysis approach, the research explores visual representations of healthy and joyful children, the symbolism of milk as a health icon, and the portrayal of the main figures as close to family values. The findings indicate that the visual propaganda in this advertisement effectively communicates the campaign's message by establishing a positive association with the candidates through elements of togetherness, concern for children's nutrition, and hope for a better future. In conclusion, the advertisement utilizes visual propaganda to foster the perception that the Prabowo-Gibran pair are leaders who genuinely care about the younger generation and the well-being of Indonesian families.

Visual aesthetics in interior design plays an important role in shaping an individual's emotional and psychological experience in a space. A visually appealing room design can create a positive and pleasant impression. Symmetrical ratios, careful color selection, and decorative elements can evoke emotional responses and enhance the beauty of perception. This study aims to examine the relationship between visual aesthetic elements such as color, lighting, texture, and layout with the level of psychological comfort of the occupants of the space. The methods used in this study are qualitative and quantitative approaches, through observation, and interviews. The results of the study indicate that spaces with harmonious and harmonious visual aesthetics significantly increase feelings of calm, focus, and psychological comfort. Conversely, rooms with chaotic or too monotonous designs can trigger stress and discomfort. These findings emphasize the importance of the role of aesthetics in designing spaces that are not only functional, but also support the mental health and well-being of their users.  

This study aims to examine the concept of money market equilibrium and the elements that influence it in the context of an open economy. Money market equilibrium occurs when the need for money is equal to the amount available at a certain interest rate. This study uses a quantitative descriptive methodology using secondary data from national financial reports and monetary indicators. The results of the analysis show that interest rates and national income are key variables that influence money market equilibrium. In addition, monetary policy implemented by financial authorities plays an important role in maintaining money market stability. These findings have a significant influence on the formulation of macroeconomic policies, especially in maintaining price stability and encouraging economic growth through efficient liquidity management.

Sundanese Siger bridal makeup is widely modified in terms of makeup that looks simple and soft. One important part of bridal makeup is the eyes. For cosmetics in eye makeup, namely eyeshadow. In addition to eyeshadow, Highlighter can also be used as eyeshadow. The function of Highlighter on the eyes is to provide a shimmer effect and make the eyeshadow color more durable. The purpose of this study was to see the effect of applying mixing glitter eyeshadow with Highlighter for the durability of eyeshadow color in Sundanese Siger bridal makeup.modification. The method used is pre-experimental with a quantitative approach. The number of samples is six people with three control groups and three experimental groups. The sampling technique is purposive sampling. Data analysis techniques consist of normality tests, homogeneity tests and hypothesis tests. The results show that the application of mixing glitter eyeshadow with Highlighter produces 61% smoothness, 66% evenness, and 33% durability. Statistical analysis shows no significant effect on three indicators, namely smoothness p = 1,000, evenness p = 0.527, and durability p = 0.834. It is hoped that this research can provide insight that the Sundanese Siger modified bride can still create an elegant and magnificent impression without glitter and Highlighter, and emphasize the importance of harmony between traditional and modern elements in makeup.

East Javanese shadow puppetry (wayang kulit) features a variety of distinctive performance styles, including Porong, Mojokerto, Malang, Surabaya, Jombang, and Lamongan. Each style has its own unique characteristics in terms of musical accompaniment, puppet design, scene structure, and language used by the puppeteer. One notable puppeteer, Ki Puguh Prasetyo, is known for combining coastal and Gresik-style elements in his performances. A prominent character in his shows is Mujeni, a punakawan (comic servant) who delivers humorous yet meaningful and advisory speech acts. However, not all of Mujeni's utterances are easily understood by the audience, prompting Ki Puguh Prasetyo to explain their meanings during the performance. This study aims to describe the forms and types of speech acts performed by the character Mujeni in Ki Puguh Prasetyo’s East Javanese wayang kulit performances. Using a descriptive qualitative method, data were collected from video documentation and transcripts of Mujeni’s utterances. The findings reveal that Mujeni’s speech acts serve not only to entertain but also to convey moral guidance to the audience through distinctive and communicative language use.

Culinary innovation is one of the key elements in the development of the food industry in Indonesia. One form of innovation that has emerged is the fusion of Western and Nusantara cuisine, which not only offers a new taste experience but also creates a unique culinary identity. This study focuses on Jurnal Risa Coffee, a café that innovates by combining Western and Nusantara dishes, to explore its impact on consumers' culinary experiences in Jakarta. This research employs a qualitative approach, utilizing interviews and observations as data collection techniques. The results indicate that the innovation implemented by Jurnal Risa Coffee has successfully attracted consumer attention through its menu that blends two culinary cultures, as well as leveraging social media technology to enhance its appeal. This study contributes to the understanding of how culinary innovation can affect customer satisfaction and the competitiveness of culinary businesses in large cities.

Lawang Sewu is one of the historic buildings that has become an icon in the city of Semarang that presents a blend of classical and modern architectural styles. Lawang Sewu is located in the center of Semarang City, precisely at Jalan Pemuda No. 160, Sekayu, Semarang Tengah District, Semarang City, Central Java. The Lawang Sewu area is one of the historic areas of the Dutch Colonial heritage. The Lawang Sewu building in Semarang displays a blend of classical architectural styles that can be seen in the building structure, elements such as typical Javanese carvings, and the use of materials such as teak wood, while the blend of modern architectural styles can be seen in the renovation and addition of modern elements such as white paint on the concrete pillars. Lawang Sewu has succeeded in uniting classical and modern architectural elements, thus creating an attractive building impression. This blend provides added value to this historic building, making it a tourist icon for visitors.

This meta-review study presents a comprehensive evaluation of the effectiveness of mental health policies targeting refugees from the Middle East based on a systematic analysis of 87 policies issued across 12 refugee-hosting countries during the period from 2015 to 2023. Employing the PRISMA approach and thematic analysis, this research found that only 34.5% of all reviewed policies met the World Health Organization's minimum standards regarding mental health services for refugees. In comparison, the effective implementation rate of those policies meeting the standards reached only 28.7% (CI 95%, p<0.001). Findings from the logistic regression analysis revealed a significant correlation between the scale of mental health budget allocations and recovery rates from PTSD among refugee populations, where every 10% increase in budget allocation corresponded to a 15.3% reduction in PTSD prevalence (r=0.78, p<0.001). Furthermore, the meta-analysis results from this study demonstrated that community-based policies were 2.4 times more effective (OR=2.4, CI 95%: 1.8–3.1) than those employing institutional approaches. Hence, diverging from the conclusions posited by Turrini et al. (2019) and Sijbrandij (2017), which emphasized clinical interventions, this study has instead affirmed that integrating cultural-spiritual approaches with conventional therapy can enhance treatment success by 47.2%. Additionally, these findings expand the conceptual framework previously proposed by Watters (2001) on holistic approaches by identifying five key elements that form the foundation of effective mental health policies: universal access, cultural sensitivity, community empowerment, service integration, and program sustainability.

This study aims to examine the kinship between the Sabu, Sumba, and Rote languages, which are regional languages spoken in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. Geographically, these three languages are spoken in different areas, originating from three distinct islands, with each having its own unique linguistic characteristics. Based on linguistic classification, the Rote and Sabu languages belong to the Ambon–Timor subgroup, while the Sumba language is classified under the Bima–Sumbawa subgroup. Despite these differences, there are noticeable signs of linguistic kinship, including cultural elements such as similarities in the clan naming system, which suggests a potential historical connection among these languages. To investigate this further, the research gathered data from native speakers of the three languages, who provided verbal samples that were transcribed phonetically. Lexicostatistics was then applied to analyze the vocabulary and determine the percentage of kinship between the languages. This method involves comparing common words in each language and quantifying the level of similarity. The findings of this study are expected to contribute to a clearer understanding of the linguistic relationships between Sabu, Sumba, and Rote. The results will offer insights into whether these languages share a common ancestral root or if their similarities are due to cultural exchange and contact over time. This research also aims to highlight the importance of preserving these regional languages, as understanding their kinship could play a role in the revitalization of linguistic heritage in East Nusa Tenggara. The study's results are anticipated to enrich the field of comparative linguistics, particularly in relation to the Austronesian language family, and provide valuable information for future studies on language development in Indonesia.

The tourism industry is a very important part of the development of society in this modern era. Aceh Singkil Regency with its natural potential offers destinations such as Cemara Indah Beach. Even though it suffered damage due to abrasion, the government and society are trying to restore it. It is necessary to implement Sapta Pesona to increase tourist visits. This research aims to evaluate the application of Sapta Pesona at Cemara Indah Beach, providing theoretical and practical benefits as a reference with the hope of developing tourist attractions and community participation in the tourism industry. The research method used by researchers is qualitative research with a descriptive approach through in-depth interview techniques with informants. This research was carried out by collecting data from informants, namely tourism managers, tourists, business actors and village governments. This research shows that the integration of the Sapta Pesona concept into the Cemara Indah Beach tourist attraction has had a significant positive impact. Security and other elements of Sapta Pesona are effective in increasing the attractiveness of the destination. Further development recommendations are needed to ensure sustainable growth, attract more visitors and have a positive impact on the local economy. In conclusion, the implementation of Sapta Pesona at Cemara Indah Beach shows the management's commitment to improving the quality of the destination. Although efforts have been made to create a safe and clean environment, several obstacles such as local community involvement, changes in tourist behavior, infrastructure, and economic factors still need to be overcome. Suggestions involve educational campaigns, community participation, infrastructure improvements, collaboration with the private sector, sustainable economic initiatives, security technology, and improving service quality. With these steps, Cemara Indah Beach has the potential to become an attractive and sustainable tourist destination.    

The purpose of this observation was to determine how effective teaching with the lecture method combined with the Socrative application is in improving the understanding of the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) curriculum among grade VIII students of SMP Tunas Utama. One of the main results of this study is the active involvement of students and the application of technology in the PAI learning process. Planning, implementation, observation, and reflection are two main elements of the applied methodology, known as classroom action learning (CAR). The tools used include observation sheets, comprehension tests, and questionnaires for student responses. The results of the study showed that the application of the Socrative method was able to improve interaction between students, learning motivation, and understanding of religious concepts. This increase can be seen from the increase in average scores and learning completeness from the first period to the second period. In this way, the combination of the flipped learning method with interactive technology such as Socrative has succeeded in improving the quality of learning in the PAI subject.

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of the Indonesian economy, playing a role not only in job creation but also in maintaining national economic stability. However, amidst the rapid development of the digital era, MSMEs face significant challenges in adopting technology to expand market reach and increase the competitiveness of local products. This research seeks to identify and develop simple innovations in designing effective digital promotional content, with a case study of the Alisa Khadijah Community of the ICMI South Tambun Branch. The analysis focuses on the actual conditions of MSMEs, the application of simple innovations in business processes and products, and digital promotional strategies that suit the characteristics of modern consumers. Through surveys and observations, it was found that the use of quality visuals, interactive elements, narrative storytelling, and internal collaboration can have a positive impact on increasing consumer visibility and engagement. The results show that most MSMEs that implement this content strategy experience a significant increase in digital interactions and product sales in a relatively short time. Furthermore, collaboration with the Cooperatives & MSMEs Office and educational institutions is a crucial factor in accelerating digital transformation, as it can provide access to technical assistance and training. Based on these findings, this study recommends the formation of innovation teams at the community level, the holding of ongoing workshops, and the development of collaborative platforms to share best practices and develop business networks. With the right approach, MSMEs can not only adapt to the digital era but also have the potential to expand their business scale and increase their competitiveness in the global market, thereby further strengthening their contribution to the Indonesian economy. This study recommends the formation of innovation teams within communities, practical workshops, and the development of collaborative platforms to increase MSME competitiveness in the digital market.

Village-Owned Enterprises (BUMDesa) are business entities owned and managed by villages together with village communities with the aim of increasing independence, togetherness, and mutual cooperation. However, BUMDes still faces various technical and operational obstacles, especially in the preparation of good and correct financial statements. In fact, financial statements are official documents that contain information about the financial position of BUMDes in a certain period to provide an accurate and transparent picture related to BUMDes finances to stakeholders. This research aims to overcome this problem through assistance carried out by the Karanganyar Regency Dispermades with the PKM-HGR UNS PUSLITDESBANGDA Service Team. The method used is Participatory Action Research (PAR) which involves the active participation of all BUMDes elements during the mentoring process. This assistance aims to provide solutions to existing problems and create more effective, transparent, and sustainable management of BUMDes. After the implementation of this assistance, it is hoped that it can improve the professionalism of financial management, managerial skills, transparency and accountability, access to external financial resources, community empowerment, and the continuity and growth of BUMDes.