Africans are the fastest-growing immigrant group to the United States. Only a tiny fraction in the 1960s, they represented ten percent of documented immigration in 2022. Without attracting much notice, immigration from Africa has the potential to change American society for the better.This book provides an expert analysis of the myths and realities surrounding African immigration today. Neeraj Kaushal argues that in the second half of the century, Africans will account for the larg...

This book examines the transformation of modern corporations in an era defined by governance reform, sustainability imperatives, financial volatility, digital disruption and regulatory complexity. It synthesizes interdisciplinary research to explain how organizations can remain resilient, ethical and value-creating amid rapid technological and institutional change. By integrating insights from corporate governance, ESG, finance, law and artificial intelligence, the volume offers a holistic...

The Miami Valley of Ohio has a rich but gruesome and bloody history. In Dayton, Christine Kett murdered her daughter and confessed seventeen years later on her deathbed. William Fogwell of Beavercreek clung to life long enough to name his killer before he died. Joshua Monroe, a Yellow Springs man, killed his lover--also his sister-in-law--in a jealous rage. Reputed serial killer Oliver Crook Haugh was accused of murdering multiple women over several years, but he was ultimately convicted o...

Master the fundamentals of Android programming and apply your skills to create scalable and reliable apps using industry best practicesKey FeaturesBuild apps with Kotlin, Google’s preferred programming language for Android developmentUnlock solutions to development challenges with guidance from experienced Android professionalsImprove your apps by adding valuable features that make use of advanced functionalityBook Description

A collection of poetry dedicated to anyone who has ever questioned their worth, written by Saniya Kaushal. It covers themes of bullying, name-calling, racism, mental health, judgements, and self-esteem. Saniya Kaushal is a daughter, sister, friend, student, poet, and now author of her first book you are not ugly. She has always dreamed of sharing her heart with the world through writing. Her own experiences growing up, coupled with heartbreak from watching people shatter one another with t...

CORE 4 of Wellness is a complete guide to help you manage your stress, improve relationships, and find balance and peace inside and out. This book provides an approach to wellness focusing on nutrition, physical exercise, stress management, and spiritual wellness.If you think of health care as a tree, think of the trunk as disease prevention, the branches as disease management, and the leaves as innovations, some of which become new branches and others of which fall by the wayside....

We all face challenges in life. Some see them as obstacles while others see them as opportunities. How you deal with them can determine whether you're happy or not.Your thoughts are powerful and they can impact the health of your body, mind, and spirit. A positive attitude can help you manage stress better, keep negativity at bay, and have more meaningful relationships. You have to consistently train your mind to think positively and to be strong during difficult times. When you ch...

The time for change is now. Sam Cooke said it best during the first civil rights era: A change is bound to come. "Free at last, free at last" Dr. King exclaimed in his articulated vision of a truly egalitarian America.Look how far we have come! Alas, look how far we have yet to go. George Floyd. Ahmad Arbeury. Breonna Taylor. Jacob Blake. Rayshard Brooks. The Central Park 5. Khalief Browder.This book is all about transforming "say their names" into "live their deliverance"....

Aurobindo’s ideology and principles embody divinity, ethics, spontaneity and knowledge. He was an accomplished teacher, a profound scholar, writer and a spiritual Guru. For him nationalism was a holy offering to the motherland when viewed from the divine perspective.Aurobindo also played a very prominent role as a revolutionary. His contribution to politics cannot be ignored. Although his writings are philosophical in nature they also provide valuable social and cultural analysis. He was t...

In the sacred lands of Shambala, a young boy named Kalki dreams of fulfilling his parents' vision, his mother's hope and his fallen father's legacy, to become a warrior unlike any other. From the humble soil of his village to the grand halls of Nalanda University, Kalki trains under the empire's greatest masters, seeking strength, knowledge, and the meaning of one elusive truth — dharma.But destiny has darker plansA mysterious force awakens within him, wild, untamed, and dan...

A sad and shocking story of love betrayed The murder of Bessie Little and the trial of her murderer rocked Victorian Dayton. Believing herself pregnant and desperate to save her reputation, young Bessie tried to force her boyfriend, Albert Frantz, to marry her quickly. Instead, he took her out for a buggy ride, shot her twice in the head and dumped her body in the river. When she was discovered, he tried to convince everyone that she committed suicide. The dramatic trial brought to light d...

"Transmission Electron Microscopy Techniques" is a comprehensive guide that explores the use of transmission electron microscopes (TEM) to study materials at the atomic level. TEMs use electrons instead of light to magnify objects, achieving resolutions millions of times greater than light microscopes.We cover all aspects of TEM, from the basic principles of how it works to the latest advancements in the field. This book includes practical information on using a TEM and troubleshoot...