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Historic basketball park in New York City brings community to the court

For nearly four decades, one basketball league in upper Manhattan has earned the name “Dyckman Square Garden.” The park has drawn millions of views online and attracted the biggest celebrities from billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban to NBA superstar Luka Dončić. NBC News' Marquise Francis has more on the historic park.Aug. 27, 2026

For nearly four decades, one basketball league in upper Manhattan has earned the name “Dyckman Square Garden.” The park has drawn millions of views online and attra...
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Non-Profit creates community through vinyl record listening sessions

Music has a way of cultivating community, whether it's jazz, hip-hop or pop. Now one "old school" way of enjoying it is getting a modern twist. New data from the recording industry shows sales for vinyl records surpassed one billion dollars last year. NBC News' Marquise Francis introduces us to a New York City-based group hosting listening sessions to preserve music history.June 19, 2026

Music has a way of cultivating community, whether it's jazz, hip-hop or pop. Now one "old school" way of enj...
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NFL star Kayvon Thibodeaux teaches financial literacy to student athletes

With name, image and likeness deals now legal, college student athletes are bringing in big money. But some of them say they need help navigating this new era. Now, through a new JP Morgan partnership, New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux is stepping up.June 5, 2026

With name, image and likeness deals now legal, college student athletes are bringing in big money. But some of them say they need help navigating this new era. Now, through a new JP Morgan partnership, New York Giants lineba...
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Teenager launches SAT app that many of his classmates say helps with their test scores

Studying for standardized tests can cost students hundreds to even thousands of dollars. So, one teenager in Tampa created an SAT prep app with AI to help students for a fraction of the cost. NBC News' Jesse Kirsch spoke with the creator, who has never even taken the SAT himself.June 4, 2026

Studying for standardized tests can cost students hundreds to even thousands of dollars. So, one teenager in Tampa created an SAT prep app with AI to help students for a fraction of the cost. NBC News' Jess...
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Tips on how to navigate the job market for new graduates

With graduation coming up, the class of 2026 is entering a tough job market. According to LinkedIn, data shows hiring is down 20-35% compared to pre-pandemic levels. However, there are recent graduates that are succesfully navigating this complicated job market. LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman has tips for new graduates entering the work force.April 15, 2026

With graduation coming up, the class of 2026 is entering a tough job market. According to LinkedIn, data shows hiring is down 20-35% compare...
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College professors turn to oral exams to combat AI

While some schools are bringing AI into their daily routine, others are pushing back. Chris Schaffer, Biomedical Engineering Professor at Cornell University, is now requiring his students to participate in oral exams. Professors across the country are beginning to use the old testing method as a way to ensure answers actually come from the students' minds.April 8, 2026

While some schools are bringing AI into their daily routine, others are pushing back. Chris Schaffer, Biomedical Engineering Pr...
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'Call a boomer' public phones help connect generations

According to Forbes, Gen-Z is the loneliest generation, followed by Boomers. One small startup founded a project to help both groups communicate better. Matter Neuroscience set up two phone booths, one for Gen-Z in Massachusetts and another for seniors in Nevada. NBC Boston's Brianna Borghi took a look at how these phones work.March 19, 2026

According to Forbes, Gen-Z is the loneliest generation, followed by Boomers. One small startup founded a project to help both groups communicate better. Ma...
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85-year-old fulfills dream of graduating college

A story that has been in the making for the past 50 years, an 85-year-old finished his lifelong dream of graduating college. Roberto Fernandez enrolled at Florida International University in 1972 and three years later he had to step away from his studies. On Tuesday, he walked across the stage with his diploma.Dec. 18, 2025

A story that has been in the making for the past 50 years, an 85-year-old finished his lifelong dream of graduating college. Roberto Fernandez enrolled at Florida Internatio...
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NFL team makes player's son an honorary captain after completing cancer treatment

The Jacksonville Jaguars named defensive end Josh Hines-Allen's eight-year-old son, Wesley, an honorary captain for their game against the Seattle Seahawks after finishing his cancer treatment.

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American pony raises rare Asian wild horse

An endangered wild Asian horse named Marat was critically ill after his birth at the Minnesota Zoo where he later survived due to intensive care. Marat's mother rejected him when he returned and he later found American pony Alice who accepted him as her own.  NBC News' Kate Snow has more on what staffers call a "perfect fairy-tale ending."July 25, 2025

An endangered wild Asian horse named Marat was critically ill after his birth at the Minnesota Zoo where he later survived due to intensive care...
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Mother and daughter graduate together after life-saving kidney donation

A daughter was given a second chance at life thanks to a surprise kidney donation by her mother. Ambrealle Brown had to put her dreams of becoming a nurse on hold due to a life-threatening kidney disease. Brown's mother, Nija Butler, found out that her kidney was a match and donated it as a surprise. Both mother and daughter have now graduated nursing school together. NBC News' Kate Snow reports on a story of love and family. May 28, 2025

A daughter was given a second chance at life thanks to a...
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Programs working to drive up Black college enrollment

Enrollment and retention rates are down for Black men at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, or HBCUs. NBC News’ Zinhle Essamuah looks at how North Carolina A&T State University is trying to reverse this downward trend.

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New Jersey man trying to warn beachgoers about storm is killed by lightning strike

A New Jersey man was warning people on the beach about an incoming storm when he was fatally struck by lightning over the weekend, police said.

Patrick Dispoto, 59, of Manchester Township, was struck Sunday evening on J Street Beach, Seaside Park Sgt. Andrew Casole said.

Dispoto was found unconscious on the beach at 7:38 p.m., Casole said Wednesday.

Dispoto's girlfriend told investigators he went to warn others about an approaching storm while she stayed in the car, police said.

When he didn
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Security guard moved to tears after students surprise him with trip to Nigeria

A group of students from Providence College raised money to gift a security guard a trip to see his family in Nigeria, where he hasn’t been in 10 years. The students created a fundraiser and they were able to exceed their initial goal of $3,500.

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Texas Southern University offers aviation program to bring diversity to field

Texas Southern University is seeing an increase in enrollment for its aviation program. The program focuses on bringing diversity to the field by offering 80% of its current students scholarships and working with major carriers to offer a direct path to employment. 
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Texas Southern University offers aviation program to bring diversity to field

Texas Southern University is seeing an increase in enrollment for its aviation program. The program focuses on bringing diversity to the field by offering 80% of its current students scholarships and working with major carriers to offer a direct path to employment. 
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Texas Southern University offers aviation program to bring diversity to field

Texas Southern University is seeing an increase in enrollment for its aviation program. The program focuses on bringing diversity to the field by offering 80% of its current students scholarships and working with major carriers to offer a direct path to employment. 
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Veteran entrepreneurs at JCSU small business showcase

By Melvin Harris Jr. | For The Charlotte Post


Business and civic leaders will gather next week to support veteran entrepreneurs from the Charlotte area.


Bunker Labs, a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit network of veteran and military spouse entrepreneurs that helps members start their own businesses, will host its second Veterans in Residence Showcase May 24 at Johnson C. Smith University’s James B. Duke Library from 5-7 p.m. The nonprofit’s mission is to empower veteran small business owners through p

Dancing to the rhythm of Juneteenth’s spirit

By Melvin Harris Jr. | For The Charlotte Post

Dancing to the rhythm of Juneteenth’s spirit

Juneteenth has been a heavily celebrated holiday for the African American and African communities, especially in the Charlotte metro area where African dance continues to evolve.


The Charlotte African Drum and Dance Collective got its start around this time last year after a couple of dance performances with Shea Movement for the 2022 Juneteenth festival. The core group stayed together through WhatsAp
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