Even though the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in litigation is at an early stage, its pace of evolution, client expectations and global competition are coalescing to bring the legal industry to an inflexion point, said Minister for Law Edwin Tong on Tuesday (April 21). He was speaking at the 2026 Litigation Conference organised by the Law Society, themed «The human essence of advocacy in an AI-enhanced world».Tong, who is also Second Minister for Home Affairs, was formerly co-head of Allen and Gledhill's litigation and dispute resolution department, and concurrently head of its restructuring and insolvency practice. He was appointed a senior counsel in 2015. 

Good policies do not emerge on their own and require a strong public service working closely with political leaders, said Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong.Speaking at the Administrative Service Dinner 2026 on Tuesday (April 21) at Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, SM Lee said a high-quality public service is needed to develop and implement policies effectively, alongside ministers who are familiar with policy issues to provide both political input and guidance.He stressed that while civil servants must remain apolitical, this does not mean being neutral about policy direction. «You cannot be indifferent as to whether ultimately a policy is decided upon or its opposite,» he said, adding that civil servants must have conviction in the policies they help develop and implement. SM Lee noted that Singapore's system also depends on the stability and consistency in policy direction, which has allowed the civil service and political leadership to develop a close yet proper working relationship over time.

The European Parliament is due to adopt its negotiating mandate for the EU's 2028-2034 budget during the April plenary session. The report adopted by the Committee on Budgets (BUDG) defends a budget set at 1.27 % of EU gross national income (GNI), with the debt servicing for the Next Generation EU (NGEU) recovery fund (0.11 % of GNI), set outside the budget ceilings. This is a 10 % increase compared with the Commission proposal. Adequate and distinct funding for EU priorities, proper democratic oversight and respect for EU values and the rule of law are the key elements of Parliament's position. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

Maternal care in India shows improved access but uneven postnatal experiences, with breastfeeding struggles, weak follow-ups, and limited mental health support hindering recovery. Experts emphasize continuous guidance and a shift from delivery-centric to mother-centric care, highlighting the crucial role of family and early preparation for better outcomes.

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge clarifies his 'terrorist' remark on PM Modi. Donald Trump warns of renewed conflict with Iran. MP Pappu Yadav faces backlash for a sexist comment about women in politics. An Indian-origin man who lost his family in a crash faces deportation from the UK. CSK player Ayush Mhatre is out of IPL 2026 due to injury.

The soap actor, 41, was found dead in his home on December 30 last year, a day after being questioned by Lancashire Police.

The company’s EBITDA fell by 54% year-on-year to $239.04 mln

For the first time, the residents of the four historical regions recently reunited with Russia will be among the electorate, the head of state noted

The poll also revealed that many Americans question the 79-year-old politician’s ability to remain calm and emotionally balanced after a series of harsh statements

Despite these challenges, Russian military personnel on the front lines are destroying AI-powered drones using mobile air defense teams and FPV air defense ambushes, the sourse said

According to INDOPACOM, the US military will «pursue global maritime enforcement efforts to disrupt illicit networks and interdict sanctioned vessels providing material support to Iran»

Gabrielle Carrington, a former X Factor finalist and influencer, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court today charged with attempting to murder social media personality Klaudia Zakrzewska.

National Bank of Malawi (NBM) plc has donated relief items worth K100 million to 450 people affected by floods in Traditional Authority Nkhanga in Nkhotakota District, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts aimed at supporting affected communities. The donated items include maize flour, sugar, salt, cooking oil and blankets among others. Speaking […] The post NBM plc donates K100 million items to KK flood victims appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Iranian and US delegations are expected in Islamabad for a second round of talks as a fragile ceasefire nears expiry Read Full Article at RT.com

Tucker Carlson has publicly apologized for endorsing Donald Trump, saying he misled people and ignored “signs of low character” Read Full Article at RT.com

Vladimir Zelensky has rebuked Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner over never visiting Kiev but holding multiple rounds of talks in Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com

Uganda’s army says troops have rescued more than 200 people held by the Islamic State-linked ADF in DR Congo Read Full Article at RT.com

India has extended permits to insurance companies from Russia from other countries amid the Middle East conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

Morante de la Puebla, widely hailed as the 'King of bullfighters', was carried from the ring at the packed Maestranza arena after being caught out in a split-second misjudgment during his bout.

Militant bosses at the Rail, Maritime and Transport union (RMT) have confirmed members will walk out on the London Underground from noon today for 24 hours and again on Thursday.

Julio Cesar Jasso, 27, killed a Canadian holidaymaker and injured 13 other tourists before killing himself at the Teotihuacan archaeological zone.

The UK jobless rate dipped to 4.9 per cent in the three months to February, its lowest level since last summer.

Appearing before MPs, Sir Olly Robbins said No10 was 'dismissive' of the need for security vetting.

Delhi Police's Special Cell has apprehended two individuals, Rajveer and Vivek Banjara, linked to Pakistan-based gangster Shahzad Bhatti. The duo was allegedly planning grenade blasts and targeted killings across Delhi-NCR, recruited via social media. Their arrests thwarted attacks, uncovering a larger ISI-backed conspiracy to destabilize the region.