This two-set volume CCIS 3103-3104 constitutes the proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Management of Digital EcoSystems, MEDES 2025, held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, during November 24–26, 2025.The 46 full papers and 12 short papers included in these volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 96 submissions. They are organized into topical sections as follows:Part I: Education and Learning; Deep Learning; Smart Cities; Parallel and Distributed Archi...

John Murillo’s second book is a reflective look at the legacy of institutional, accepted violence against Blacks and Latinos and the personal and societal wreckage wrought by long histories of subjugation. A sparrow trapped in a car window evokes a mother battered by a father’s fists; a workout at an iron gym recalls a long-ago mentor who pushed the speaker “to become something unbreakable.” The presence of these and poetic forbears—Gil Scott-Heron, Yusef Komunyakaa—provide a context for s...

This multidisciplinary Research Handbook surveys digital regulation, examining responses to changing digital technologies that are reshaping economies and societies. Expert contributing authors address foundational questions about regulating digital platforms, balancing innovation with risk, and adapting traditional regulatory models to the distinct traits of the digital economy.Drawing on international case studies, the Research Handbook addresses the complex cha...

What will it take to see a fresh wave of God’s power crash over the nations?The earth is shaking. The church is suffering from compromise and powerlessness. People are desperate for solutions. The answer will not come from a president; it can only come from a people who know how to bring Heaven to Earth.Could it be that you are the key to unlocking the move of God in this generation?Mario Murillo is recognized as a dynamic evangelist whose ...

This two-set volume CCIS 3103-3104 constitutes the proceedings of the 17th International Conference on Management of Digital EcoSystems, MEDES 2025, held in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, during November 24–26, 2025.The 46 full papers and 12 short papers included in these volumes were carefully reviewed and selected from 96 submissions. They are organized into topical sections as follows:Part I: Education and Learning; Deep Learning; Smart Cities; Parallel and Distributed Archi...

Every year the United States spends millions of dollars to help the war-ravaged country of Colombia. But help it with what? In Colombia and the U.S. Mario Murillo explores the misdirected and devastating impact that U.S. military "aid" continues to have on the war torn-people of Colombia. Beginning with a brief history of Colombia, Murillo analyzes the complex forces driving Colombia's current decades-old guerilla war, U.S. involvement, media perceptions, and possible paths to peace. Wheth...

Dive into the heartwarming world of Sascha, a lovable dog, and Loops, her human best friend. This is a charming tale about their incredible journey of friendship and finding joy in the little things. From the chilly fields of Montana to the sunny vasts of Texas, this duo's adventures are a reminder of how wonderful life can be with a friend by your side.Perfect for young readers, this book captures the essence of childhood adventures and the unbreakable bond between pets and their ...

How do we prepare for 2020 and beyond?God reveals insight from Heaven to His prophets in order to prepare His people for what's coming. How do we prepare for 2020 and the New Era ahead? We hear and heed the prophetic words being released, pray through them, and ask the Holy Spirit for strategy on how to practically partner with these words to see fulfillment.Larry Sparks, publisher of Destiny Image and prophetic Bible teacher, has a vision to conne...

Poetry. African American Studies. Latino/Latina Studies. "Up jumps the boogie. That's almost all one needs to say. Murillo is headbreakingly brilliant. I didn't have a favorite poet for this year: Now I do. But with this kind of verve and intelligence and ferocity Murillo just might be a favorite for many years to come."—Junot Díaz"The feel of now lives in John Murillo's UP JUMP THE BOOGIE, but it's tempered by bows to the tradition of soulful music and oral poetry. The lived dimen...

MAGIC, MYSTERY, AND MAYHEM await you on every page of this exciting anthology bursting with new adventures and unforgettable characters. Visit an otherwise normal town dealing with a dragon infestation, think fast when the elves whisk you away from home, launch an investigation when you realize the boy next door isn’t what he seems, and tread carefully when telling your secrets to sinister diaries with minds of their own. Find out what happens in these stories and more whe...

While 1998 marked the 100th anniversary of the United States' invasion and takeover of Puerto Rico, it wasn't until 1999 that the island's political movements reappeared on the radar screen of the American people. That year, two major developments occurred that transformed the relationship between Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C.: the limited clemency granted by then-President Clinton to eleven Puerto Rican Nationalists, and the death of Puerto Rican civilian security guard David Sanes, ki...

From one of Inc. magazine's "Coolest College Startups"—the revolutionary three-step method that will transform every presentation into an experience for the audienceRid the world of bad presentations with:Engaging Content + Memorable and Simple Design + Powerful DeliveryTogether, these create an unforgettable experience for the audience, The Big Fish Experience.Big Fish Presentations spends every day making the inc...