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Meet Gigi, an AI influencer created by Simone McKenzie, generating viral TikTok videos with simple prompts, earning thousands in just days. Traditional influencers like Kaaviya Sambasivam face challenges as AI stars like Gamja and Daniel Rileys time travel videos gain millions of views. Experts predict AI will surge, blurring reality, but leveling the playing field for creators.

Overnight, Russian missiles and drones pummeled Kyiv, killing at least one and injuring twenty-eight. Ukraines emergency services reported extensive damage to homes and energy sites. In response, Poland deployed fighter jets along its border. Ukrainian President Zelensky condemned Russias actions, urging allies to respond with strength. The human toll is severe, with thousands left without power or heating. Zelensky is set to meet with Donald Trump to discuss a new twenty-point draft plan for peace, including security guarantees from America, NATO, and Europe. Despite ongoing strikes, these diplomatic moves could signal real progress or just more tough talk.

U.S.-backed airstrikes target Islamic State-linked camps in Nigeria, approved by President Tinubu after intelligence work. Sixteen precision munitions fired from drones, no civilian deaths reported. This marks a rare collaboration between Nigeria and the U.S. to combat Islamist violence and foreign ISIS fighters.

Georgians for Integrity anonymously funnels $5M into attack ads against Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, accusing him of using his office for personal gain. Jones, endorsed by Trump, denies the claims, and the Georgia Republican Party files a complaint with the State Ethics Commission. The dark money spending raises transparency concerns as Georgias governor race heats up.

Tensions escalate in Yemens Hadramout province as the Saudi-led coalition warns the Southern Transitional Council (STC) against military moves, following a request from Yemens Presidential Leadership Council. The STC, backed by the UAE, has been expanding its control in southern Yemen, rejecting a Saudi call to pull back from seized areas. Civilians are at risk as the fragile de-escalation hangs by a thread.

Chinas Foreign Trade Law updated, granting Beijing stronger tools for trade wars, export control, and economic opening. The changes, effective March 1, 2026, aim to boost Chinas trade power and reduce U.S. dependence, as it seeks to join the CPTPP. The law now allows retaliation against export blockades, eases foreign access to key sectors, and strengthens digital, green, and IP rules. Growing tensions between Beijing and exporters, like the Shein case, signal potential legal battles.

Thailand and Cambodia announce immediate ceasefire, ending deadly border clashes; joint statement from defense ministers includes ban on attacks against civilians and military targets, with Thailand releasing eighteen Cambodian soldiers if truce holds for seventy-two hours.

Thailand and Cambodia agree to ceasefire after intense border clashes, signing joint statement to halt hostilities. Deal keeps troops in place, with observer team from ASEAN monitoring situation. Thailand plans to release Cambodian soldiers held since July, conditional on peace holding for 72 hours. Both sides pledge no force against civilians and efforts to map border properly continue.