They train together. They travel together. They compete together. And yes… they’re a couple too. Matilda Lai and Nur Aufa Emil join Sports Minutes after representing Singapore at the Commonwealth Games, with another big 3x3 basketball event coming up very soon on home soil. We chat about their journeys, setbacks, injuries, sacrifices and what it’s like having someone beside you who understands exactly what elite sport demands.

Got a story to tell? Get in touch!
raushan@sph.com.sg

They train together. They travel together. They compete together. And yes&hellip; they&rsquo;re a couple too. Matilda Lai and Nur Aufa Emil join Sports Minutes after representing Singapore at the Commonwealth Games, with another big 3x3 basketball event coming up very soon on home soil. We chat about their journeys, setbacks, injuries, sacrifices and what it&rsquo;s like having someone beside you who understands exactly what elite sport demands.
Got a story to tell? Get in touch! <a href="mailto:raushan@sph.com.sg">raushan@sph.com.sg</a>

Delve beyond the headlines in the world of sport to suss out the synergy between sport and daily life by tuning in daily for all the big sporting stories, quirky anecdotes and hot takes on Sports Minutes.

Delve beyond the headlines in the world of sport to suss out the synergy between sport and daily life by tuning in daily for all the big sporting stories, quirky anecdotes and hot takes on Sports Minutes.

Sports Minutes with Zia-ul Raushan

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.

From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality.

Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected — all the way home.

And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.

In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

MONEY FM 89.3

In the world of sport, delve beyond the headlines to discover the synergies between sports and daily life. Big stories, quirky anecdotes, and hot takes.

Sports Minutes puts Singapore football at its core, bringing to life the stories beyond the scoreboard - the people, the pressure, and the purpose that drive the beautiful game.

Beyond football, it expands beyond the pitch into the wider world of Singapore sport - spotlighting defining journeys and building deeper connections with the athletes who carry national pride. More than sport, Sports Minutes is about identity, belief, and what it means to represent Singapore.

Sports Minutes puts Singapore football at its core, bringing to life the stories beyond the scoreboard - the people, the pressure, and the purpose that drive the beautiful game.
Beyond football, it expands beyond the pitch into the wider world of Singapore sport - spotlighting defining journeys and building deeper connections with the athletes who carry national pride. More than sport, Sports Minutes is about identity, belief, and what it means to represent Singapore.

Sports Minutes: Matilda & Aufa, two different journeys, one shared love...for basketball!

He’s the head coach, the technical director and the chief architect of a Hougang United rebuild - and Akbar Nawas has barely had time to catch his breath. From an abrupt exit at Tampines to now leading a new-look Cheetahs side, it’s been a whirlwind year to say the least - with big departures, exciting arrivals and plenty of pressure. Akbar joins Sports Minutes to explain the vision, the tough decisions and whether Hougang are ready to compete. Tune in now, as we build you to the 26/27 Singapore Premier League season.

Got a story to tell? Get in touch!
raushan@sph.com.sg

He&rsquo;s the head coach, the technical director and the chief architect of a Hougang United rebuild - and Akbar Nawas has barely had time to catch his breath. From an abrupt exit at Tampines to now leading a new-look Cheetahs side, it&rsquo;s been a whirlwind year to say the least - with big departures, exciting arrivals and plenty of pressure. Akbar joins Sports Minutes to explain the vision, the tough decisions and whether Hougang are ready to compete. Tune in now, as we build you to the 26/27 Singapore Premier League season.
Got a story to tell? Get in touch! <a href="mailto:raushan@sph.com.sg">raushan@sph.com.sg</a>

Sports Minutes: Akbar's ambition for Hougang United after Tampines "disappointment"

A fresh face, a fresh philosophy and a fresh start? Miquel Llado is the latest piece of Tanjong Pagar United's dramatic rebuild, and the Jaguar's new head coach joins Sports Minutes to explain what drew him to the Singapore. From Boris Kopitovic and the club's transfer business, to Spanish coaching influences and his ambitions, tune in as we build you to the 26/27 Singapore Premier League season.

Got a story to tell? Get in touch!
raushan@sph.com.sg

A fresh face, a fresh philosophy and a fresh start? Miquel Llado is the latest piece of Tanjong Pagar United's dramatic rebuild, and the Jaguar's new head coach joins Sports Minutes to explain what drew him to the Singapore. From Boris Kopitovic and the club's transfer business, to Spanish coaching influences and his ambitions, tune in as we build you to the 26/27 Singapore Premier League season. Got a story to tell? Get in touch! <a href="mailto:raushan@sph.com.sg">raushan@sph.com.sg</a>

Sports Minutes: Miquel's mission to rebuild Tanjong Pagar United | 26/27 Singapore Premier League Preview

The Lions are out of the AFF Championship, yet Singapore football is buzzing. Gavin Lee says belief cannot be bought - and his team's bravado has given fans reason to believe again. But beneath the undeniable feel-good factor lie uncomfortable questions: Is belief papering over deeper cracks? Who replaces the old guard? And can goodwill alone carry Singapore football forward?

READ MORE: 
https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/singapore-is-a-football-country-belief-runs-high-after-lions-asean-championship-outing?ref=top-picks

Got a story to tell? Get in touch!
raushan@sph.com.sg

The Lions are out of the AFF Championship, yet Singapore football is buzzing. Gavin Lee says belief cannot be bought - and his team's bravado has given fans reason to believe again. But beneath the undeniable feel-good factor lie uncomfortable questions: Is belief papering over deeper cracks? Who replaces the old guard? And can goodwill alone carry Singapore football forward? READ MORE:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/singapore-is-a-football-country-belief-runs-high-after-lions-asean-championship-outing?ref=top-picks">https://www.straitstimes.com/sport/singapore-is-a-football-country-belief-runs-high-after-lions-asean-championship-outing?ref=top-picks</a>
Got a story to tell? Get in touch! <a href="mailto:raushan@sph.com.sg">raushan@sph.com.sg</a>

Sports Minutes: Matilda & Aufa, two different journeys, one shared love...for basketball!

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