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Electrical Energy Consumption Forecasting Based on Conventional and Artificial Intelligence Methods: A Comparison
No full textArtificial Intelligence (AI)-based models have been widely applied for energy consumption forecasting over the past decades. The purpose of this paper is to review and compare the classical techniques and the emerging new AI-based techniques used for forecasting electrical energy consumption in buildings. The findings revealed that the Artificial Neural Network (ANN) model achieved the lowest Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE) of 0.928%. AI-based techniques have many advantages over classical techniques, such as their ability to handle a large amount of data and provide accurate and fast results
The Gains of the Prophets Peace be upon them
No full textAllah made the callers for Him not in need of others; therefore, He ordered all His prophets to work. He did not send His messengers to be a burden upon their people or to benefit from their call to Islam. This would keep them distanced from the people and hinder their message. Allah made His prophets a source of livelihood for their people, not the other way around. The fact that prophets worked for their own living serves as a model of hard work and self-sufficiency for those who came after them. One of the notable characteristics of the prophets (peace be upon them) is that they never relied on their people. The messenger is as far-reaching as the sender, and the Quran and Hadith show the sources of income for the prophets. Our Prophet Muhammad’s financial biography contains more evidence of this than that of the other prophets
The Reality of Mobile Learning Use in Public Secondary Schools in the Ramallah and Al-Bireh Governorate from the Viewpoint of its Teachers
No full textThe study aimed to identify the status quo of mobile learning use in public secondary schools in Ramallah and Al-Bireh from the perspective of its teachers. The researcher employed an analytical descriptive method and designed a four-part questionnaire for this purpose. The arithmetic averages for the four fields were as follows: the students\u27 field had the highest mean (3.98), while the third field, concerning the requirements for using mobile learning, had the lowest mean (3.55). The overall score for the fields was high, with an arithmetic mean of (3.73). The study was conducted on a sample consisting of 100 teachers, specifically those teaching technology courses. The findings indicated differences in the variable of scientific qualification, favoring those with less than 5 years of experience compared to those with more than 10 years. The study recommended that school administration actively adopt mobile learning and provide necessary resources. It also urged teachers who hold bachelor\u27s degrees to utilize this mode of learning and to communicate its importance to students and parents
The Most Important Practical Obstacles that Hinder the Fight against Money Laundering
No full textThis study examines the major obstacles to combating money laundering at both national and international levels. A significant obstacle is bank secrecy, which prevents banks from disclosing client information, including account numbers and transaction details, to protect client interests. Criminal investigators face challenges in gathering evidence due to the transnational nature of money laundering and the sophisticated methods used by perpetrators. Banks may not fulfill their duty to monitor transactions despite their critical role in combating money laundering, as deposits and withdrawals primarily occur through them. Laws require banks to report transactions exceeding certain amounts, yet compliance may be lacking. Additionally, the lack of experience among financial sector employees hinders effective action against money laundering. Training programs are necessary to equip these employees with knowledge of methods used to conceal illicit funds. Weak international cooperation further limits the effectiveness of efforts to combat money laundering, stemming from conflicts of interest between states, non-signature of relevant treaties, and political instability in some regions that drives fund transfers to safer jurisdictions. Some countries prioritize bank secrecy for their own interests, while poorer nations may facilitate the remittance of funds to address domestic issues like unemployment and poverty, especially as foreign aid decreases. Insufficient participation in international and national anti-money laundering efforts, along with sporadic data sharing among surveillance authorities, exacerbates the problem. This study recommends enhancing international cooperation on money laundering, urging wealthier nations to assist poorer countries, reconsidering unnecessary adherence to bank secrecy, and providing advanced training programs for financial sector employees to better understand the tactics used by holders of illicit fund
Health-Related Physical Fitness Levels among Students of the Applied Science Private University
No full textThis study aimed to identify health-related fitness levels and establish standard benchmarks for students at Applied Science Private University. The study sample consisted of 390 male students with an average age of 22.08 years, randomly selected from the bachelor\u27s level. The assessment included abdominal muscle strength for one minute, chest and arm muscle strength and endurance for one minute, flexibility of the back and hamstrings, and grip strength. The researcher identified six health-related fitness levels based on the conversion of raw values to percentile ranks: extremely high, moderate, accepted, weak, and very weak (6.4%, 15.6%, 29.0%, 24.1%, 19.7%, and 5.1%, respectively). Additionally, the researcher found no statistically significant differences in the elements of fitness related to health based on the students\u27 year of study (I–IV). In light of these findings, the researcher recommended implementing criteria for evaluating the health-related fitness levels of students at Applied Science Private University, as well as enhancing programs and sports activities aimed at improving fitness levels. Furthermore, there is a need to raise awareness of the importance of exercise for health among university students
Unrealistic and Symbolic Significations in Visual Arts
No full textThe desecration of nature and its incapacity lead to the creation of new forms and subjects unparalleled in the natural world. We must establish a close connection between myths, ideas, dreams, self-restraint, and conceptions of unrealistic art when addressing new shapes and methods. The artist, through their vision, engages with these artistic elements in their work, regardless of output style. Unrealism in visual art refers to a detachment from visual reality and a departure from convention, embodying the strange by restructuring elements of visual reality into forms completely different from their origins. These outputs align with the concept of plastic art in terms of visual language. This unrealistic technique continues to evolve today. In 1988, the first document of the deconstruction movement emerged in New York, asserting that creativity relies on a new contemporary aesthetic that calls for reassessment of human relationships with the world and environment. This marks a separation from the past and a denial of traditional values, propelling artists into new realms, similar to calligraphy and Arab art expressing infinity and continuity. Unrealistic art represents a revolution against romantic and classical norms. Surrealism introduces new techniques, styles, and choices that abstract synonyms, provoking a subconscious response. People often seek symbolism in artworks, especially when struggling to understand meaningful relationships or derive satisfaction from creative expression. Unrealistic art embodies mental expressions in both appearance and function. Artistic expression can be categorized into two approaches: realistic and unrealistic or mythical, each with its own nuances. Both represent ideas and feelings that form the core of human experience and require a high level of visual literacy and cultural knowledge to enhance artistic content and foster creative values. The unreal artist, emerging from their imagination, deliberately engages with subjects while seeking new, pleasing, and self-satisfying forms. This quest is reflected in various modern techniques and art movements, as well as in ancient arts such as abstractionism, symbolism, Dadaism, and surrealism, all explored in this research. While varying in philosophy, these styles maintain similarities in their visual aspects. Throughout history, these artistic methods have symbolized a desire to transcend reality and enter a dreamlike realm. The need to uncover the mysteries of nature, the desire for self-esteem and protection, the longing for beauty, and the desire for rebirth, growth, and change have driven humanity to create fictional, unreal art. Examples like the Sphinx and the Winged Bull in ancient Egyptian civilization and Mesopotamia serve as evidence of this enduring artistic impulse
The Role of Modern Management Information Systems in Achieving Entrepreneurship from the Point of View of Workers in Small Projects in Jordan
No full textThis study aimed to identify the role of Management Information Systems (MIS) in achieving successful entrepreneurship in small projects in Jordan. The study population consists of small projects in Jordan, and a total of 101 questionnaires were distributed. Additionally, the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was utilized for analysis. The study concludes that there is a significant impact of using MIS on achieving entrepreneurship through the dimensions of innovation and competitiveness; however, there is no significant impact of MIS on flexibility as an entrepreneurship dimension. The study recommends that small enterprises apply all available tools, such as MIS, to enhance their entrepreneurial success
Women and Asylum Issues in Islamic Law
No full textThis study examines one aspect of the difficult reality caused by wars and current conflicts in Islamic countries. More specifically, it focuses on the reality of refugees who are forced to flee their countries in search of safety, highlighting the largest portion and most vulnerable group among refugees: women. This is accomplished by revealing the harsh realities that women face in refugee camps and by reviewing reports from international human rights organizations, which include important statistics that inform and accurately describe the issue. The study also explores the most favorable circumstances for women, particularly as defined by their rights in Islamic Sharia. Additionally, it presents some significant contemporary examples of asylum within the Islamic community, such as the conversion of a Christian woman to Islam and her subsequent quest for asylum in the Islamic country where she resides. To gain a comprehensive understanding of this issue, the case of Muslim women granting asylum to others is addressed, along with supporting evidence from Islamic Sharia. Thus, the study examines all asylum cases relevant to women in Islam. The researcher employed the analytical descriptive method to collect and analyze data, seeking a deeper understanding of the topic
The Degree of Application of School Principals in Ajloun Governorate of Public Health and Safety Standards from the Teachers\u27 Point of View
No full textThis study aimed to assess the degree to which school principals in Ajloun Governorate apply public health and safety standards from the teachers\u27 perspective. It also sought to determine the impact of the variables (gender, educational stage, and school type) on teachers\u27 evaluations of their principals\u27 application of these standards. The sample of the study consisted of 437 teachers and was chosen using a stratified random sampling method. A descriptive survey methodology was employed, and a questionnaire was used to collect data in order to achieve the objectives of the study. The results indicated that the degree of application of public health and safety standards by school principals was rated as high. Additionally, the findings revealed significant statistical differences in teachers\u27 evaluations based on the variable of school type, with private schools showing distinct differences. However, no significant statistical differences were found based on the variables of gender and educational stage
The Historical Positions of the USA in Afghanistan on Iraq before 2001 September events and beyond 1990-2008
No full textThis research aims to analyze the strategic objectives of the United States in Afghanistan and Iraq, particularly in the context of the U.S. campaign against terrorism, from the Cold War up to the U.S. invasion and occupation of Iraq in 2003. The study seeks to understand the nature of U.S. objectives during this period and how Washington capitalized on the events of September 11, 2001, to advance its strategic policies and goals. A key focus is on military positioning in geo-strategic areas, which are seen as central to global geopolitics, particularly in the Middle East and Central Asia, areas proximate to old adversaries like Russia, which, although economically weakened as the successor to the USSR, remains a military power, as well as potential future adversaries such as China. These regions could also become aligned with a group of Asian countries forming a strategic bloc that might challenge U.S. dominance. Subsequently, the U.S. developed a national strategy based on preventive and anticipatory wars, aiming to secure these strategic and vital areas proactively, before they fall under the influence or control of potential adversaries — who could pose significant threats to U.S. interests across important global regions