History-making Djokovic wins record 23rd Grand Slam title

NOVAK Djokovic created “incredible” history yesterday when he captured a record-breaking 23rd men’s Grand Slam title, reinforcing his case to be crowned the greatest player of all time. The 36-year-old Serb brushed off an early wobble to defeat Casper Ruud of Norway 7-6 (7/1), 6-3, 7-5 to win a third French Open title and snap […]

Ex-scholars: PM must deliver his promise on JPA scholarship

PETALING JAYA: Students from poorer backgrounds interested in pursuing medicine, dentistry and pharmacy will face a big barrier to their ambition if the Public Service Department (JPA) were to end sponsorships for these cour­ses. Read full story

Nga: Seize the chance now

IPOH: Prospective house buyers should take the chance to buy property following a move to exempt the stamp duty for first-time owners of homes costing below RM500,000, says Local Government Development Minister Nga Kor Ming. Read full story

More needed for home ownership

PETALING JAYA: The stamp duty exemption for first-time house buyers can relieve some financial burden for young individuals, but other underlying issues such as low salaries, high interest rates and housing prices should also be taken into account, economists say. Read full story

Youths want affordable homes now

JOHOR BARU: As they welcome the stamp duty exemption policy extended to first-time house buyers, Malaysian youngsters have called for the construction of more affordable homes. Read full story

‘Home prices in Penang still too high’

GEORGE TOWN: Despite a 100% exemption on the stamp duty for houses below RM500,000, first-time buyers in Penang feel that home prices are still too high. Read full story