In mature economies, the phenomenon of technological convergence results in users having access to same communications services through multiple media and increases competition in the communications industries and in developing countries, convergence enhances the penetration of communications services. Given this ongoing development on technologica

Baru–baru ini kita dikejutkan dengan kes pembunuhan empat sekeluarga di Kampung Batang Rokan, Gemencheh. Dalam tragedi yang disifatkan sangat kejam itu, bekas imam kampung yang juga datuk suspek, Atan Daud, 90, dan isterinya, Sufiah Keatas, 80, turut maut dibunuh. Kes jenayah seperti ini amat memberi pelbagai impak terhadap masyarakat ibarat kata

Accountants and accounting have played a very crucial role in Muslim societies. Accountants who were known as al-Katib or al-Muhasib, held very prestigious positions in Islamic institutions. The purpose of this paper is to discuss accountability of accountants from Islamic perspective. Then, this paper attempts to explain the role of Islamic accoun

Nowadays, the idea of integrating zakat into fiscal system has arisen in Muslim countries including Indonesia. It is argued that zakat, in history, has played a significant role to create welfare among societies. It is proven at the time of Caliph ‘Umar ibn ‘Abdul ‘Aziz that zakat has alleviated poverty at that time alongside tax. Having cons

In a country where jurisdiction over Islam is placed under state administration, standardization is an aspect that continues to be a formidable challenge. In matters of law, difference in provisions creates complications in its implementation. Similarly, with regards to fatwas difference in fatwas between states on a particular legal problem can cr

Electrical discharge machining (EDM) is one of the non-traditional machining processes normally used in manufacturing very hard materials that are electrically conductive. Tool electrodes form one of the main components of the machining system. The major properties that determine the suitability of such electrodes are electrical conductivity, therm

The paper presents results of collision probability evaluation of a one-to-many reversible mapping between user space and IPv6 address space which is developed to improve of IPv6 addresses generation in a local area network (LAN). Each time a user accesses the network, a dynamic unicast IPv6 address is given via DHCPv6 (Dynamic Host Configuration P

One of the most common critics leveled against meta-analysis pertains to the issue of publication bias. A publication bias may be encountered if a meta analysis is restricted to the combination of results obtained from studies which have been published. The bias occur when unpublished studies are associated with their outcomes, namely, studies whic

This chapter aims to introduce play therapy as a form of intervention used in children counselling and psychotherapy. Various aspects of the use of play therapy with children are examined, including its application within the Malaysian context as well as the challenges and constraints of its practice in this country. The chapter starts with a brief

Cassia alata has been known to provide relief from various types of abnormal skin conditions. Ointments containing this plant extract can be found in a limited market as most have not been properly registered with regulating bodies. However, it is anticipated that a systematic study may result in commercialisation and be prescribed by health profes