State Rep. James Talarico, a former teacher and Presbyterian seminarian, has quickly become a leading voice in Texas Democratic politics, mounting a well-funded 2026 Senate bid built on faith-based outreach, education reform and small-dollar donors.
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Real Madrid won 1-0 in Lisbon on Feb 17, 2026, courtesy of a Vinícius Júnior masterpiece, but the night was dominated by an alleged racial slur that halted the game and prompted a UEFA probe.
The Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, a towering figure in American civil rights who ran for president twice and founded the Rainbow/PUSH Coalition, died February 17, 2026 at age 84. His life combined stirring public victories, political ambition, and enduring debate about method and legacy.
Girona beat Barcelona 2-1 at Montilivi on February 16, 2026, overturning an early Barça lead with goals from Thomas Lemar and Fran Beltrán, in a match that sparked debate over a VAR non-intervention before the winner.
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