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Persuasive Discourse and Interpersonal Dynamics: An Analysis of Reactions to Contemporary Polemics
No full textComplex social issues increasingly affect individual mental well-being, especially in an environment overloaded with information from social media. Using attractive and effective language in social interactions can help individuals cope with stress through persuasive discourse. This study aims to identify and analyze the persuasive strategies used in interpersonal communication, particularly in responding to current issues. A qualitative content analysis approach is employed to examine various forms of persuasive speech found in social communication. The data indicates that the emotional appeal (pathos) is more dominant in social interactions when individuals face stress related to current issues. Additionally, imperative and indicative strategies are utilized to provide support and suggest solutions for those experiencing stress. The analysis also reveals that these strategies effectively maintain balance and encourage more rational thinking when dealing with current problems. Moreover, they significantly impact individual mental well-being. Therefore, within daily communication, the application of persuasive language warrants critical attention as a vital aspect of communication competence. It not only enhances the effectiveness of social interactions but also contributes to overall psychosocial well-being. As a result, it is crucial for individuals to master ethical, empathetic, and context-appropriate persuasive strategies as part of healthy communication practices that respect human values
Undergraduate leadership experience and workplace stress management among alumni of International Islamic University Malaysia
No full textDespite increasing emphasis on graduate employability and mental well-being, limited research has examined how undergraduate leadership experiences influence stress management in the workplace. This study explores the relationship between student leadership involvement and workplace stress management among alumni of the International Islamic University Malaysia, incorporating an Islamic perspective that guides holistic well-being. Using a qualitative research approach, the study identified five major sources of workplace stress, eight mechanisms utilised by alumni to manage stress, and six transferable skills nurtured through leadership involvement that contribute to a positive work environment. Notably, many alumni highlighted the role of Islamic values such as tawakkul (reliance on Allah), sabr (patience), self-accountability, and ethical conduct in shaping their coping strategies and leadership behaviours. The findings reveal a meaningful association between undergraduate leadership experience and the ability to manage stress effectively in professional settings, supported by Islamic principles that promote emotional resilience and balanced living. These insights can guide the university in evaluating and enhancing the effectiveness of its ecosystem in nurturing graduates who are professionally competent and spiritually grounded
The nexus between financial sector development and efficiency in Islamic microfinance: insights from the Asian region
No full textPurpose: this study proposes to determine level of financial efficiency of IMFIs and to examine impact of financial
sector development on financial efficiency among IMFIs.
Design/methodology/approach: Dataset comprises 137 IMFIs from in Asia region from 2013 to 2019. In first
stage analysis, Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) was utilised, followed by Panel Regression Analysis in second stage.
Findings: Findings indicate IMFIs demonstrate high level of financial efficiency, which suggests they are financially
efficient in long-term operations. Meanwhile, domestic to private credit sector and number of automated teller
machine are found positively significant to influence financial efficiency of IMFIs.
Research limitations/implications: Financial efficiency among significant aspect to contribute achievement of
Microfinance as effective tool to eradicate poverty. However, Islamic Microfinance (IMFIs) experience obstacles
when 700 million Muslim population has been found to live in extreme poverty which overclaimed its role in
poverty agenda. Moreover, commercial banks started to offer similar products with IMFIs which possibly exposes
vulnerability of IMFIs as it creates intense competition. Since IMFIs nowadays become an integral part of banking
system, impact of financial sector development should be put into consideration.
Originality/value: This study provides policymakers valuable insights to establish conducive regulatory framework
that fit Shariah principle which simultaneously boost efforts of zero poverty
Comparative evaluation of honey, aloe vera, and olive oil as alternative ultrasound coupling agents for abdominal imaging
No full textBackground: Ultrasound imaging requires an effective coupling medium to eliminate air between the transducer and the skin and ensure optimal sound transmission. Commercial ultrasound gel is widely used, but its limited availability in low-resource settings, potential for skin irritation, and risk of contamination highlight the need for accessible natural alternatives. This study aimed to evaluate the image quality produced by aloe vera, honey, and olive oil in comparison with commercial ultrasound gel when imaging the liver, kidney, and aorta using a tissue-mimicking phantom.
Methods: A comparative experimental design was used to assess four coupling agents: aloe vera, honey, olive oil, and commercial ultrasound gel. All materials were tested under identical imaging conditions using a Kyoto Kagaku ECHOZY Abdominal Set tissue-mimicking phantom and Siemens Acuson X150 system equipped with a 3.5–5 MHz curvilinear transducer. Images of the liver, kidney, and aorta were acquired at fixed ultrasound settings. Quantitative analysis was performed using ImageJ software to measure signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and contrast-to-noise ratio (CNR) based on standardised regions of interest. Qualitative image assessment was carried out through a virtual grading analysis (VGA) by three experienced sonographers who independently ranked image sharpness, noise, depth penetration, and overall quality.
Results: Commercial ultrasound gel produced the highest image quality for the liver, with the highest SNR and CNR values. Aloe vera achieved the best performance for the kidney, producing higher quantitative values compared with the commercial gel. Olive oil demonstrated the highest CNR value for aortic imaging but showed moderate performance in other organs. Honey consistently produced the lowest SNR and CNR values across all organs, indicating limited suitability as a coupling medium. VGA findings aligned with quantitative outcomes, with aloe vera and olive oil performing comparably to commercial gel in selected organs.
Conclusion: Aloe vera and olive oil demonstrated potential as practical alternatives to commercial ultrasound gel, particularly when standard gel is unavailable. Aloe vera showed the most consistent performance across imaging modalities, while honey was the least effective. These findings support further evaluation of natural products as accessible and cost-effective coupling media, particularly for use in low-resource or mobile ultrasound settings
History to legend: cultural memory, myth, and heroic resistance in Arab and Malay traditions
No full textLegendary heroes occupy a critical position at the intersection of history, literature, and cultural memory, functioning as symbolic figures through which societies articulate moral values, collective identity, and resistance to social or political domination. This article offers a comparative literary and cultural analysis of Antarah ibn Shaddad, a pre-Islamic Arab poet-warrior, and Mat Kilau, a Malay anti-colonial resistance figure, to examine how historical individuals are transformed into enduring legendary icons. Anchored in cultural memory theory and myth studies, the study approaches legend as a culturally meaningful mode of remembering rather than as historical distortion. Employing a qualitative comparative methodology, the research analyses literary texts, biographical narratives, historical accounts, and cultural representations associated with both figures. The findings demonstrate that legendary status in both traditions is constructed primarily through moral legitimacy, foregrounding values such as courage, resistance, loyalty, and ethical endurance rather than empirical completeness or military success. Antarah’s poetic self-representation and later sīrah traditions foreground the transformation of social marginality into heroic authority, while Mat Kilau’s resistance to colonial power is narratively elevated into a symbol of moral and communal justice. Across both cases, legend operates through selective narrative amplification, enabling heroic figures to function as stable moral exemplars within collective memory. By placing Arab and Malay heroic traditions in dialogue, this study contributes to comparative literature and cultural studies by revealing cross-cultural patterns in mythic hero-making and resistance narratives beyond Eurocentric frameworks
Development and validation of analytical method for ethanol content in medicinal cough syrup
No full textCough syrup is a pharmaceutical preparation often containing ethanol as a solvent. However, the presence of ethanol in the drug can cause safety issues. This study aims to develop and validate a colorimetric method for determining ethanol in cough syrup. Cough syrup samples from different brands were analyzed using the method. The Visible spectrophotometric method uses the oxidation reaction of ethanol with potassium dichromate in an acidic condition. Method validation was conducted, including linearity, precision, accuracy, limit of detection (LOD), and limit of quantification (LOQ). The results showed this method had good linearity (r > 0.99) with a concentration range of 0.48 – 5.76 % (b/v). UV-Vis spectrophotometric method showed good precision and accuracy with SD = 0.0014, RSD = 0.4046 %, and % recovery = 99.99 %, while LOD = 0.1074 % and LOQ = 0.3253 %. This study concludes that the colorimetric method can be used as a valid and complementary method for analyzing ethanol content in cough syrup, providing important information for producers and consumers regarding product safety
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE KEMBAQ MODULE IN DEVELOPING ARABIC WRITING PROFICIENCY AMONG SECONDARY SCHOOL LEARNERS
No full textThis paper investigates the effectiveness of the instructional unit KEMBAQ in enhancing Arabic writing skills among students at MRSM Ulul Albab, Felda Trolak, Malaysia. Although Arabic has been part of their curriculum for several years, students still face persistent challenges in producing coherent sentences and essays. The study employed a quantitative analytical method with a sample of 208 first- and second-year students participating in the Arabic Camp program. Research instruments included questionnaires and pre- and post-tests, with data analyzed using SPSS. Findings revealed that students’ writing proficiency was generally weak before the intervention but improved significantly after the implementation of KEMBAQ. The module helped learners move beyond memorization toward independent writing by simplifying grammar rules and providing structured practice. The paper concludes that KEMBAQ is an effective tool for teaching Arabic writing and should be integrated into secondary-level curricula to strengthen student performance and foster learner autonomy
Morphological variants of plasma cell myeloma: a case series of diagnostic mimics
No full textIntroduction: Plasma cell myeloma (PCM) exhibits notable morphological heterogeneity beyond the classical plasma cell phenotype. Recognition of these variants is critical for accurate diagnosis and avoiding misclassification, particularly when they mimic other haematological or non-haematological malignancies. We report three PCM cases with distinct morphological features posing diagnostic challenges. Case Series: Case 1: A 65-year-old woman with multiple lytic skull lesions. Bone marrow examination
revealed large cells with irregular, lobulated nuclei and abundant basophilic cytoplasm with vacuoles and blebs, morphologically resembling monocytes. immunohistochemistry (IHC) demonstrated CD138 positivity, kappa light chain restriction, and aberrant CD56 and CD117 expression. Case 2: A 62-year-old woman with renal impairment and reversed albumin-to-globulin ratio showed
marrow infiltration by plasmablasts with high nuclear-to-cytoplasmic ratios, dispersed chromatin, and prominent nucleoli. Trephine biopsy revealed sheets of CD138-positive plasma cells with kappa light chain restriction. Case 3: A 66-year-old man with relapsed PCM and a concurrent neuroendocrine tumour of the nasopharynx demonstrated bone marrow involvement by pleomorphic, large sized, basophilic cells with cytoplasmic blebs. An initial impression of metastatic infiltration was revised following trephine biopsy, which showed sheets of CD138+, MUM1+, CD56+ plasma cells with kappa restriction; cytokeratin AE1/AE3 was negative.
Discussion: This case series highlights the morphological diversity of PCM, which may mimic other neoplastic processes. Reliance on morphology alone may lead to misclassification. A combination of careful morphological assessment, supported by immunophenotyping and clinical correlation is essential for accurate diagnosis and prevent delays in treatment
