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Alabama sheriff asks FBI to probe hanging death of Black man

Dennoriss Richardson’s body was found in a part of the Deep South state with a history of lynchings

The Independent UK

South of Midnight, the upcoming action-adventure game from the ex-Arkane dev behind We Happy Few set in the Deep South, finally gets a release window

The bayou's got some big beasts

GamesRadar

Severe Storm Threat Decreasing In Deep South And Gulf Coast

Severe storm threat in Deep South and Gulf Coast diminishes, Level 4 risk dissipates to Level 3 in small area. Tornado watch in effect until 9 pm ET.

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A gas station culinary trail around No Man’s Land, Louisiana

Louisiana takes its pit stop grub seriously – Ellie Seymour tastes the region’s homespun soul food dishes on a 450-mile tour of the Deep South’s gas stations, convenience stores and diners

The Independent UK

'Mississippi miracle': Kids' reading scores have soared in Deep South states

Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana have seen a promising turnaround in their student reading scores after passing a series of similar literacy reforms

The Independent UK

Souls Grown Deep Like the Rivers review: a display of ‘redemptive’ works

It took both ingenuity and courage for African Americans to become artists in the Jim Crow-era Deep South, said Maya Jaggi in the FT. The region’s black inhabitants typically received no education beyond primary level and were limited to low-paid jobs, making materials like oil paint all but unaffordable. Since…

The Week

The plans for a Deep South-inspired 'dive bar' in the Northern Quarter

District was applauded for its futuristic menu but had already warned of 'extreme economical pain'

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New peace envoy meets Thai general

A new Malaysian facilitator for the Thai deep South peace talks met Gen Wanlop Rugsanaoh, head of Thailand's Peace Dialogue Panel, in Bangkok to continue the peace process.

Bangkok Post

Malaysian PM to talk security next month

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim will visit Thailand on Feb 10 following talks with his chief facilitator for peace in the deep South, according to a security source.

Bangkok Post

Why is Austin Butler still speaking in his Elvis voice? It could be a case of 'role spill'

If you’ve seen any of the videos or interviews with Austin Butler at the recent Golden Globes you may have noticed he still sounds a bit like Elvis. In fact, many people have noted that despite being from California, he still sounds like he’s from the Deep South.

The Conversation

Even Mississippi lawmaker feels strain of Jackson water woes

Frigid weather that has upended infrastructure across the Deep South has stopped the water distribution in Mississippi's capital city from producing adequate pressure

The Independent UK

Winter weather cripples water systems across the Deep South

A cold snap blanketing the Deep South has upended water systems as local officials struggle to repair widespread leaks and broken pipes

The Independent UK

Deep freeze breaks pipes, creates water crisis across South

Days of freezing temperatures in Deep South areas that usually freeze for only hours are threatening dozens of water systems as burst pipes leak millions of gallons of water

The Independent UK

A Senate win for all Americans

Rev. Raphael Warnock’s win shows us that a way forward to a better America now runs through the Deep South.

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France 24

Louisiana's flamboyant festival traditions on display in 'Black Indians'

We take a trip to the Deep South thanks to an exhibition that uncovers a lesser-known part of the cultural landscape of New Orleans. "Black Indians" explores the creativity of the African American and indigenous communities through parades and celebrations. Our reporters went to check it out at the Quai…

Bangkok Post

Cop chief linked to drug trade

The Narathiwat provincial police chief has been transferred to an inactive post with the Royal Thai Police (RTP), pending a disciplinary probe into his alleged connections to drug networks operating in the deep South and Malaysia.

The Independent UK

Georgia features Deep South's only competitive US House race

Southwest Georgia’s 2nd Congressional District may be the only Deep South House race in which the two major party candidates are remotely competitive

Tribune News Service

No. 2 Georgia uses run game to demolish Auburn

ATHENS, Ga. — Georgia and Auburn renewed the Deep South’s Oldest Rivalry for the 127th time in the past 130 years on Saturday. Fittingly perhaps, an old-school football game broke out.

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Review: With 'A Jazzman's Blues,' Tyler Perry looks forward by looking back

Forbidden love, the racism of the Deep South and a thorny murder-mystery are the ingredients of Tyler Perry's "A Jazzman's Blues," the writer-director's epic drama where Madea is, thankfully, nowhere to be found.

Bangkok Post

Changing the narrative

A man returns home from work in Malaysia after Covid-19 struck, then gets lost in a bureaucratic labyrinth trying to get government handouts. Another woman finds a job at a factory, but the rules require her to compromise her faith. In Yala, a skater boy sets out in search of…

Daily Mirror

Crawdads star Daisy Edgar-Jones says Geordie and Welsh accents are 'tough' to master

Actress Daisy Edgar-Jones, 24, reveals her struggles mastering British dialects like Geordie and Welsh after pulling off Irish and Deep South accents to perfection

The Independent UK

Sweltering heat strikes US East Coast, Deep South

Dangerously high temperatures Thursday threatened much of the Northeast and Deep South as millions of Americans sought comfort from air-conditioners, fire hydrants, fountains and cooling centers

Bangkok Post

OIC 'pleased' to see boost in life quality

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) pledged to play a role in rebuilding peace in the deep South and improving the quality of life for residents of the restive region during a visit last week.

The Independent UK

In Georgia, 2 Black candidates to compete for Senate seat

Georgia still struggles with its history of slavery, segregation and racial injustice, but voters in the Deep South state have for the first time selected two Black candidates to represent the major parties in a U.S. Senate race

Bangkok Post

KL still backs peace efforts

Malaysia has given assurances that it will continue to support Thailand's efforts to negotiate peace with insurgent groups in the deep South, a Defence Ministry spokesman says.

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