Google has introduced new features to the desktop version of its Google Chrome browser, allowing users to split their screen and edit PDF files directly within the browser, in a move aimed at improving productivity and streamlining everyday tasks. One of the key additions is a feature called Split View, which enables users to open two websites within a single tab. (continues below)Photo: screenshotPhoto: screenshotPhoto: screenshotGoogle has also upgraded the Chrome PDF Viewer, allowing users to read and edit PDF documents directly within Chrome. The new tools enable highlighting text, adding written notes and placing digital signatures on PDF files without needing additional software. In addition, users can now save PDF files directly to Google Drive when opening them in Chrome.

Kuwait airport, Saudi Arabia targeted as Iran presses Gulf attacksFootage authenticated by AFP recorded the sound of a drone then a loud explosion and plumes of smokeDUBAI - Gulf nations reported on Sunday missiles and drone attacks, while Iran vowed to press on with strikes against neighbouring countries as the regional war entered its second week. Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait all reported new attacks, after loud explosions were heard in Dubai and Bahrain's Manama a day earlier. Fuel tanks at Kuwait's international airport were targeted in a drone attack, the military added. He had said they would no longer be targeted unless strikes were launched from their territory first. - Dubai airport -Dubai closed its main airport briefly on Saturday -- the world's busiest for international traffic -- after authorities said an unidentified object was intercepted nearby.

Iran's president made an unusual apology to neighboring states for its "actions" on Saturday (March 7), apparently seeking to calm regional anger at Iranian strikes on Gulf civilian targets, as the Middle East war entered a second week with Israel and Iran trading blows.

Port power into second place with rout of WarriorsBordin to be wild: Port's Bordin Phala, right, celebrates his goal. Port moved to second place in the Thai League 1 standings after a 3-0 victory over Lamphun Warriors at their PAT Stadium on Friday night. First-half goals from Worachit Kanitsribumphen, Bordin Phala and Brayan Perea secured three important points for the home side under interim coach Sarawut Treephan. Perea added the third in the 23rd minute as Port moved past Ratchaburi with 43 points from 23 games. Port are 10 points behind leaders Buriram United, who were to visit bottom-placed side Nakhon Ratchasima last night.

People's Party outlines nine legislative plansThe People's Party (PP) has pledged to push nine legislative packages in parliament, focusing on electricity price cuts, environmental protection, education reform and political restructuring. It said the party was ready to repay public trust by working through the legislative process to deliver policy commitments made during the election campaign. Among the measures are nine initial legislative packages covering economic reform, anti-corruption measures, decentralisation, energy pricing, quality of life, environmental protection, education reform, civil liberties and political reform. The party also pledged to pursue education reforms, including a law aimed at improving learning quality and reducing administrative burdens on teachers while strengthening school safety. Political reform proposals include amendments to the constitution, reforms to election laws and the drafting of a new constitution.

Cornflakes, cats and grizzly bearsReaders are no doubt aware that the official codename for the current US action in the Middle East is Operation Epic Fury which admittedly sounds more like the title of a martial arts B movie. Israel incidentally has its own name for the current mission, Operation Roaring Lion. The names given to such missions usually have a strong sense of spirit-raising symbolism although some might say that the word "fury" suggests a certain lack of control. Less well-known was Operation Grizzly Forced Entry, a 2004 counter-insurgency raid in Iraq, implying the US troops had the aggression of a grizzly bear. Some names given to operations have raised a few eyebrows.

Give BMA cooling centres a chanceThe Bangkok Metropolitan Administration's (BMA) initiative providing air-conditioned "cooling centres" may be met with a degree of scepticism but the initiative is an undeniably novel and humane response for a city increasingly pushed to its limits by climate risks -- marked by long summers and more frequent extreme heat events. In response to this forecast, the BMA is rolling out 255 "BKK Cooling Centres" -- air-conditioned rooms situated in district offices, schools and service units across the city. City Hall says the BKK Cooling Centres will operate during peak heat hours, from 10am to 3pm. However, officials say the centres are designed as practical, no-frills temporary rest points and not medical clinics. But as Bangkok city officials say, these cooling centres are designed to offer temporary relief for vulnerable groups during the day's most punishing hours.

People's Party urges SSO to drop voting planSahassawat Kumkong (photo from his X account)People's Party (PP) MPs have demanded action from the Social Security Office (SSO) after more than 90% of respondents rejected the proposed "one person, one vote" rule for electing members of the Social Security Board (SSB). The party's MP for Chon Buri's Constituency 7, Sahassawat Kumkong, on Saturday commented on the results of a public hearing on a proposed new election formula for the SSB. Apart from the proposed voting formula for employee representatives, 80% of respondents also disagreed with the contribution requirements for voting eligibility, which determine who can vote. Meanwhile, PP list MP-elect Rukchanok Srinork said the consultation results clearly showed that most insured workers rejected the proposed election rules. She asked why the SSO secretary-general remained hesitant to state the agency's position when insured workers had already expressed their will.

Chonnaput denies avoiding investigators but says he must attend parliamentKlatham Party MP Chonnaput Naksua (photo from his Facebook page)Klatham Party MP Chonnaput Naksua says he will ask to postpone a Department of Special Investigation (DSI) summons over his alleged links to an online gambling network, citing his parliamentary duties. The Songkhla MP is scheduled to appear at DSI headquarters on Thursday to hear charges of jointly organising online gambling, conspiracy and money laundering. If he fails to appear on Thursday, investigators will issue a second summons for March 19, after which they may seek an arrest warrant. DSI investigators are working with the Anti-Money Laundering Office to examine financial trails connected to the syndicate. The summons follows a DSI crackdown earlier this month.

Three Swedish men have been arrested in Thailand following a multinational crackdown on a transnational network accused of running online narcotics markets on the darknet. Investigators believe the suspects used rented luxury pool villas as bases to remotely manage online drug distribution. Mr Lind, arrested at a rented house in Bangkok's Wang Thonglang district, had lived in Thailand for about 13 years. The other suspects were detained at a rented residence in Prachuap Khiri Khan after staying in Thailand for three and four years respectively. The other two suspects were transferred to the Immigration Bureau's detention centre in Bangkok as inquiries into the case continue.

So, unless major refineries in countries like Saudi Arabia are permanently damaged, the structural integrity of global oil prices is unlikely to be severely affected. This requires a rapid assessment of food and energy reserves to ensure sufficiency, particularly as global conflict indices have steadily increased over the past decade. 'Safe destination' statusThe Middle East conflict is also affecting Thailand's vital tourism industry. If Asian travellers cannot visit Europe or the Middle East, Thailand could benefit as a strong short-haul destination. Nonarit: 'Snowball effect' on marketsSomjai: Won't affect oil prices too muchNithee: Tourists stranded in South

Fertiliser prices rise amid Middle East tensionsA survey in Khon Kaen on Friday has found the retail price of urea fertiliser to have increased by about 50 baht per sack as stocks at several distributors become depleted ahead of planting season. Urea fertiliser, widely used for rice and sugarcane cultivation, is in high demand as farmers prepare for the new planting season. "Normally fertiliser prices rise only about 5-10 baht per sack, but this time the increase is several times higher," he said. Deputy government spokesperson Airin Phanrit said the country still had adequate fertiliser supplies, with about 1.52 million tonnes in stock as of January, while an average monthly demand is around 0.8 million tonnes. Urea fertiliser, a key raw material accounting for about 36% of total fertiliser use, currently has stocks of about 0.32 million tonnes, or roughly 6.5 million sacks.

Thais begin evacuations from IranA combination of satellite images shows Mehrabad Airport in Tehran, Iran, before (above) and after a reported attack, amid the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, March 6, 2026 (above) and March 7, 2026. 2026 Planet Labs PBC/Handout via REUTERSThailand has begun evacuating its first group of nationals from Iran, relocating diplomatic operations to eastern Turkey to support the repatriation effort. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said 69 Thai nationals departed Iran on Saturday as part of an organised evacuation effort amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East. "The ministry urges Thai nationals in Iran who wish to return [to Thailand] to contact the Royal Thai Embassy in Tehran so documentation can be coordinated," Mr Panidone said. The embassy said it would assist both Thai nationals who wish to evacuate and those who decide to remain in Iran while monitoring the situation.

Russian strikes kill 12 across UkraineA ballistic missile strike destroyed a five-storey apartment block in Kharkiv, killing nineKYIV (UKRAINE) - Russia fired a volley of missiles and drones across Ukraine overnight on Friday to Saturday, killing 12 people and wounding more than a dozen, including children. Authorities in Kharkiv, the second-largest city, said a ballistic missile strike destroyed a five-storey apartment block, killing 10 people. "Since last night, the rubble of a residential building in Kharkiv is being cleared following a Russian ballistic missile strike," Zelensky said on social media. The Moscow-installed authorities of Ukraine's occupied Kherson region said one person was killed and four were wounded in a Ukrainian drone strike. In the Sumy region bordering Russia, a 24-year-old man died in his car when it was hit by a Russian drone, according to local officials.

Decisions to come over ballot box 'merging', management practices and dual voteVote count in Phra Nakhon district, Bangkok, on Feb 8. Apichart JinakulThe Supreme Administrative Court is reviewing 18 cases related to the recent election and referendum, with one case already dismissed, two rejected, and one withdrawn, says Prawit Boonthiem, vice president of the court. Speaking about progress on the cases, Mr Prawit said that under the 2018 organic law governing elections, authority over election-related disputes is divided among several courts, including the Constitutional Court, the Administrative Court system, and the courts of justice. Mr Prawit said the 18 cases under review were filed both with lower administrative courts and directly with the Supreme Administrative Court. In addition, the Supreme Administrative Court has rejected another case concerning the use of the word "approve" on the referendum ballot.