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In the journey of life, we encounter many people, but rarely do we meet someone who embodies pure, unshakable peace. As I look back, my heart is filled with memories of my father, Ahamed Kutty Valiyathodi . He lived his life like a calm river—steady, quiet, and undisturbed by the storms around him. The Man Who Never Raised His Voice The most remarkable thing about my father was his temperament. In my entire life, I cannot remember a single time when he hit me or even raised his voice in anger. It wasn’t just with his children; I never once saw him argue, quarrel, or lose his temper with anyone. He possessed a level of patience that is rare in this world. Though I have tried to follow in his footsteps, I have never quite been able to match that perfect calmness. He was truly a unique soul. The Grocery Shop: His World and Worship For my father, his world revolved around his small grocery shop. It was started long before I was born and remained his sanctuary...

 Jeddah’s public transport system is growing fast, and as someone who relies on the city’s pulse, I decided it was time to put the Jeddah Buses app to the test. With new routes expanding across the city, I planned a 80-kilometer loop to see parts of Jeddah I had never encountered before. Here is how I spent five hours exploring the city for just 13.45 Saudi Riyals . Starting the Journey: The Industrial Loop My adventure began right after work. My shift ended at 3:00 PM, and by 4:00 PM, I was at the King Abdul Aziz bus stop . My first task was simple: I purchased a one-day validity pass via the app. For 10 SAR, I was granted five journeys—an absolute bargain for the distance I intended to cover. I boarded the L11 bus heading toward the Industrial City . The bus wound through the heart of the industrial zone, passing various company headquarters and warehouses. Distance: 12 km Tim...