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This study presents a theoretical analysis of “The Word,” a poem by Ali Jimale Ahmed, a prolific thinker who is, in addition to being an academician, also a highly regarded poet, literary critic, culturologist, essayist, novelist, and a polyglot whose literary production draws on African, Western, and Arabian/Middle Eastern knowledgebases in their classical, medieval, and contemporary eras. Using English as his chosen medium of communication, and controverting the familiar rhythms, metric structures, alliterated sounds, and rhymes known for the poetry recited in his native Somali tongue, the poet Ahmed explores in this sonnet a terra incognita path of problematizing the function as well as limitations of language, rekindling the essential debate over language on the one hand, and use of poetic language on the other, in his unique style of versal discourse in “the word”.

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Introduction: Achieving optimal esthetic integration of fixed prostheses in the anterior region requires effective periodontal management. This case report demonstrates the use of surgery-guided techniques to enhance esthetic outcomes in a prosthetic rehabilitation. Observation: A patient with insufficient clinical crown height underwent crown lengthening and subepithelial connective tissue grafting for soft tissue optimization. CAD/CAM technology was used to fabricate a provisional prosthesis, ensuring precise fit and esthetic integration. Discussion: Surgery-guided periodontal techniques, including crown lengthening and soft tissue grafting, improve esthetic outcomes by optimizing gingival contours. The use of digital workflows enhances precision, but challenges remain in managing gingival healing and achieving ideal esthetics. Further research into advanced materials and technologies could further refine this approach.

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This study aims to analyze the influence of work motivation and work environment on employee performance through job satisfaction as a mediating variable at the Office of Manpower, Investment, and Integrated One-Stop Services (Disnaker PMPTSP) in Malang City. Using a survey method, questionnaires were distributed to all civil servant employees (ASN) in the institution, involving a total of 58 respondents. The variables studied include work motivation, work environment, job satisfaction, and employee performance. Data analysis was conducted using multiple linear regression models and path analysis to examine both direct and indirect effects among variables. The results indicate that work motivation and work environment positively and significantly affect job satisfaction. Furthermore, job satisfaction acts as a significant mediator in the relationship between work motivation, work environment, and employee performance. These findings highlight the importance of creating a conducive work environment and enhancing work motivation through effective managerial policies to optimize employee performance. The practical implications of this research suggest that Disnaker PMPTSP Malang City should continuously improve human resource management by providing recognition, enhancing workplace facilities, and fostering interpersonal relationships to boost employee satisfaction and performance. This study contributes to the academic discourse on the relationship between work motivation, work environment, and performance, particularly in the public sector. It also serves as a reference for future research to explore additional relevant variables, such as organizational culture and employee engagement, in improving public sector service quality.