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Climate change, desertification, and rapid urbanization are driving an increase in the
frequency and severity of sandstorms in the Middle East, making an important contribution to
atmospheric particulate matter (PM10 and PM2.5) and posing threats to public and occupational
health. This paper reviews evidence from peer-reviewed articles, policy reports, and health
databases on the health impacts of sandstorm-associated pollution and the effectiveness of
interventions to reduce them. The focus is on respiratory, cardiovascular, and psychosocial
health outcomes, and current strategies are assessed, including early-warning systems, personal
protective equipment (PPE), and occupational safety and health (OSH) frameworks. Results
show consistent associations between sandstorm events and increased rates of hospital
admissions, occupational injuries, and lost productivity, with a particular impact on outdoor
workers and at-risk populations. Nevertheless, regional responses to the health risks of
sandstorms are inconsistent and often fragmented, with low levels of public awareness and
preparedness, sporadic use of PPE, and weak enforcement of OSH standards. Recommendations
for research and practice are provided to inform more integrated, cross-sectorial approaches to
reduce health risks and build resilience to sandstorms in affected regions.
LIQUIDITY AND FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF LISTED QUOTED DEPOSIT MONEY BAN...
This study investigates the impact of Liquidity Ratio (LR) and Cash Reserve Ratio
(CRR) on the Earnings Per Share (EPS) of quoted Deposit Money Banks (DMBs) in Nigeria
from 2015 to 2024. Liquidity management plays a critical role in ensuring financial stability
and profitability, especially in developing economies like Nigeria. The study employs a Panel
EGLS (Cross-section weights) regression model to analyze the relationship between liquidity
indicators and financial performance. The findings reveal a positive relationship between both
liquidity ratios and EPS. Specifically, CRR demonstrates a stronger positive correlation with
EPS, suggesting that higher reserve requirements contribute more directly to profitability than
liquidity ratios alone. Although LR is positively associated with EPS, its effect is moderate,
indicating that liquidity management plays a role in ensuring operational stability but may not
significantly impact profitability in the same way as reserve management. This research
highlights that while liquidity ratios and reserves are essential for financial performance,
excessive liquidity or high reserves may limit banks' ability to generate income. The study
recommends that policymakers introduce more flexible CRR policies and that banks optimize
liquidity management to balance financial stability with profitable investments. The findings
suggest that a balanced approach to liquidity and reserve management is necessary to ensure
sustainable growth and improved financial performance in Nigerian DMBs. Further research is
needed to examine the long-term effects of liquidity management under varying economic
conditions.
Effects of Visa Programs on Entrepreneurial Activity: A Comparative Re...
Immigration and entrepreneurship are deeply intertwined. Across the United States,
Canada, Europe, and other regions, immigrant founders and high-skilled workers contribute
disproportionately to new firm creation, innovation, and economic dynamism. Visa programs
and related immigration pathways are therefore more than administrative tools: they act as
policy levers that shape entrepreneurial ecosystems. This review synthesizes the evidence on
how key visa programs—including the U.S. H-1B specialty occupation visa, the International
Entrepreneur Rule (IER), the EB-5 immigrant investor visa, Canada’s Start-Up Visa, the EU
Blue Card, and selected national startup-visa schemes (e.g., UK Innovator Founder, Estonia
Startup Visa)—affect entrepreneurial activity. We expand beyond descriptive accounts by
comparing program design, examining empirical evaluations, and analyzing how these
mechanisms influence firm creation, financing, job growth, and innovation. Our findings suggest
that while employment-based visas (H-1B, EU Blue Card) primarily raise innovation capacity
through skilled labor inflows, startup-specific visas succeed when linked with clear founder
eligibility, stable residency status, and strong ecosystem support. Investor-based visas (EB-5)
primarily facilitate capital formation rather than direct entrepreneurial entry. We conclude by
identifying research gaps and proposing design principles for immigration regimes that intend to
maximize entrepreneurship outcomes.
This research investigates the critical intersection of ethics, gender, and
development, aiming to understand how ethically grounded, gender-sensitive approaches can
lead to more just and sustainable development outcomes. Despite decades of global development
efforts, many projects have historically neglected ethical principles and gender equality,
resulting in limited impact, unintended harm, and the reinforcement of patriarchal structures.
There remains a lack of cohesive frameworks that fully integrate feminist ethics and core ethical
principles into mainstream development planning and evaluation.
The study employs a critical literature review methodology, analyzing peer-reviewed academic
journals, policy reports from international development organizations, and key theoretical texts.
It is grounded in feminist theory, the capability approach, and global frameworks such as the
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 5 on gender equality. The research
identifies that development projects lacking ethical grounding often exacerbate existing
inequalities. A feminist ethic, especially one rooted in care and justice, is shown to be
instrumental in addressing systemic gender-based disparities. Furthermore, gender-sensitive
projects that integrate ethical frameworks demonstrate more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable
outcomes. However, there is a persistent challenge in effectively measuring long-term impacts
on gender equality and sustainability. Embedding ethical principles and feminist perspectives
into development is not optional it is essential for achieving meaningful, transformative change.
This study concludes that ethically guided, gender-responsive development can empower
marginalized groups, particularly women, and foster inclusive social and environmental
progress. It calls for robust accountability mechanisms, participatory evaluation tools, and
continued advocacy to ensure development efforts do not perpetuate injustice but rather
dismantle it.