• A Ukrainian serviceman walks past the vertical tail fin of a Russian Su-34 bomber lying in a damaged building in Kharkiv, Ukraine. AP
    A Ukrainian serviceman walks past the vertical tail fin of a Russian Su-34 bomber lying in a damaged building in Kharkiv, Ukraine. AP
  • Cherry Blossom trees near the US Capitol in Washington, DC. The 2022 National Cherry Blossom Festival is scheduled to run from March 20 to April 17. EPA
    Cherry Blossom trees near the US Capitol in Washington, DC. The 2022 National Cherry Blossom Festival is scheduled to run from March 20 to April 17. EPA
  • A police cavalry unit tries to disperse ultra-Orthodox Jews blocking a main road during a protest against mandatory military service, near Bnei Brak in Israel. EPA
    A police cavalry unit tries to disperse ultra-Orthodox Jews blocking a main road during a protest against mandatory military service, near Bnei Brak in Israel. EPA
  • Peter Malnati, right, of the US, watches his son Hatcher hit from a bunker on the 13th hole during a practice round for The Players Championship golf tournament in Florida. The tournament runs from March 10 through March 13. EPA
    Peter Malnati, right, of the US, watches his son Hatcher hit from a bunker on the 13th hole during a practice round for The Players Championship golf tournament in Florida. The tournament runs from March 10 through March 13. EPA
  • Scenes of damage caused by flooding in South Lismore, New South Wales, Australia. Lismore has been among the areas devastated by the floods. Four people have died, hundreds have been displaced and thousands of homes and businesses have been destroyed. EPA
    Scenes of damage caused by flooding in South Lismore, New South Wales, Australia. Lismore has been among the areas devastated by the floods. Four people have died, hundreds have been displaced and thousands of homes and businesses have been destroyed. EPA
  • Homes are covered by volcanic ash spewed from the Volcano of Fire, in Panimache, Guatemala. The National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology said in a statement that the volcano's activity began to diminish early on Tuesday. AP
    Homes are covered by volcanic ash spewed from the Volcano of Fire, in Panimache, Guatemala. The National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology said in a statement that the volcano's activity began to diminish early on Tuesday. AP
  • People shelter from fireworks before the traditional "torito" (little bull) made of paper, wood and fireworks during celebrations of San Juan de Dios in Tultepec on the outskirts of Mexico City, March 8, 2022. (Photo by PEDRO PARDO / AFP)
    People shelter from fireworks before the traditional "torito" (little bull) made of paper, wood and fireworks during celebrations of San Juan de Dios in Tultepec on the outskirts of Mexico City, March 8, 2022. (Photo by PEDRO PARDO / AFP)
  • Labourers work at a brick factory construction site in the Iraqi town of Nahrawan. Reuters
    Labourers work at a brick factory construction site in the Iraqi town of Nahrawan. Reuters
  • A man buys food in a damaged street kiosk of Ukraine's second-biggest city of Kharkiv. The number of people fleeing the war across Ukraine's borders to escape towns devastated by shelling and air strikes passed two million, in Europe's fastest-growing refugee crisis since the Second World War, according to the UN. AFP
    A man buys food in a damaged street kiosk of Ukraine's second-biggest city of Kharkiv. The number of people fleeing the war across Ukraine's borders to escape towns devastated by shelling and air strikes passed two million, in Europe's fastest-growing refugee crisis since the Second World War, according to the UN. AFP
  • Performers taking part in the opening ceremony of the 2022 Horse Riding Games at the Mirim Riding Club in Pyongyang. AFP
    Performers taking part in the opening ceremony of the 2022 Horse Riding Games at the Mirim Riding Club in Pyongyang. AFP

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Teachers' pay - what you need to know

Pay varies significantly depending on the school, its rating and the curriculum. Here's a rough guide as of January 2021:

- top end schools tend to pay Dh16,000-17,000 a month - plus a monthly housing allowance of up to Dh6,000. These tend to be British curriculum schools rated 'outstanding' or 'very good', followed by American schools

- average salary across curriculums and skill levels is about Dh10,000, recruiters say

- it is becoming more common for schools to provide accommodation, sometimes in an apartment block with other teachers, rather than hand teachers a cash housing allowance

- some strong performing schools have cut back on salaries since the pandemic began, sometimes offering Dh16,000 including the housing allowance, which reflects the slump in rental costs, and sheer demand for jobs

- maths and science teachers are most in demand and some schools will pay up to Dh3,000 more than other teachers in recognition of their technical skills

- at the other end of the market, teachers in some Indian schools, where fees are lower and competition among applicants is intense, can be paid as low as Dh3,000 per month

- in Indian schools, it has also become common for teachers to share residential accommodation, living in a block with colleagues

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Tips for newlyweds to better manage finances

All couples are unique and have to create a financial blueprint that is most suitable for their relationship, says Vijay Valecha, chief investment officer at Century Financial. He offers his top five tips for couples to better manage their finances.

Discuss your assets and debts: When married, it’s important to understand each other’s personal financial situation. It’s necessary to know upfront what each party brings to the table, as debts and assets affect spending habits and joint loan qualifications. Discussing all aspects of their finances as a couple prevents anyone from being blindsided later.

Decide on the financial/saving goals: Spouses should independently list their top goals and share their lists with one another to shape a joint plan. Writing down clear goals will help them determine how much to save each month, how much to put aside for short-term goals, and how they will reach their long-term financial goals.

Set a budget: A budget can keep the couple be mindful of their income and expenses. With a monthly budget, couples will know exactly how much they can spend in a category each month, how much they have to work with and what spending areas need to be evaluated.

Decide who manages what: When it comes to handling finances, it’s a good idea to decide who manages what. For example, one person might take on the day-to-day bills, while the other tackles long-term investments and retirement plans.

Money date nights: Talking about money should be a healthy, ongoing conversation and couples should not wait for something to go wrong. They should set time aside every month to talk about future financial decisions and see the progress they’ve made together towards accomplishing their goals.

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1. Fasting 

2. Prayer 

3. Hajj 

4. Shahada 

5. Zakat 

Updated: March 09, 2022, 1:51 PM