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Morehouse College Lands Major NSF Grant to Host Powerful ‘Horizon’ Supercomputer, Expanding AI Access for HBCUs

By NEW YORK TREND / April 17, 2026 / Comments Off on Morehouse College Lands Major NSF Grant to Host Powerful ‘Horizon’ Supercomputer, Expanding AI Access for HBCUs

Morehouse College is set to play a transformative role in the future of artificial intelligence and advanced research after securing a major grant from the National Science Foundation as part of a $457 million national supercomputing initiative. The Atlanta-based institution will house “Horizon,” a next-generation supercomputer that will become one of the most powerful academic…

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Thornton Wilder’s Long-Lost Final Play ‘The Emporium’ Finally Hits New York Stage

By NEW YORK TREND / April 17, 2026 / Comments Off on Thornton Wilder’s Long-Lost Final Play ‘The Emporium’ Finally Hits New York Stage

A long-unfinished work by legendary playwright Thornton Wilder is finally getting its moment in the spotlight. Classic Stage Company is bringing The Emporium to life in its New York premiere, offering theatergoers a rare chance to experience a “new” work from one of America’s most celebrated dramatists—more than 75 years in the making. Adapted and…

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From Herbs to Harmonics: Doctah B Sirius Blends Sound and Science in ‘What’s Eating You’ Healing Experience

By NEW YORK TREND / April 17, 2026 / Comments Off on From Herbs to Harmonics: Doctah B Sirius Blends Sound and Science in ‘What’s Eating You’ Healing Experience

Holistic wellness visionary Doctah B Sirius is stepping into a new era of mind-body healing with the release of What’s Eating You, an ambitious project that merges literature, sound therapy, and spiritual insight into one immersive experience. Subtitled Breaking Free from Mental, Physical, and Energetic Parasites — A Journey from Opposition to Liberation, the book…

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Stop Reacting, Start Leading: Why Slowing Down May Be the Real Power Move

By NEW YORK TREND / April 16, 2026 / Comments Off on Stop Reacting, Start Leading: Why Slowing Down May Be the Real Power Move

In a culture driven by instant responses—whether in the workplace, on social media, or in personal relationships—pausing can feel like falling behind. But according to leadership coaches Linda Schubring and Brian Schubring, that constant pressure to react quickly may be doing more harm than good. The USA Today bestselling authors of Unfolded: Lessons in Transformation…

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From Burnout to Breakthrough: Mary Madeiras Taps Spiritual Healing in ‘The Akashic Way’

By NEW YORK TREND / April 15, 2026 / Comments Off on From Burnout to Breakthrough: Mary Madeiras Taps Spiritual Healing in ‘The Akashic Way’

At a time when burnout, uncertainty, and emotional fatigue are shaping daily life, three-time Emmy Award winner Mary Madeiras is offering a different kind of solution—one that turns inward instead of chasing external fixes. In her new book, The Akashic Way: Living Through the Lens of the Akashic Records, Madeiras explores a growing shift toward…

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From Housing Insecurity to Building Wealth: Jennifer Grace Jennings

By NEW YORK TREND / April 14, 2026 / Comments Off on From Housing Insecurity to Building Wealth: Jennifer Grace Jennings

Entrepreneur Jennifer Grace Jennings is transforming her personal journey into a national platform centered on ownership, economic empowerment, and generational wealth. This week, that mission arrives in Harlem with a stop on her expanding Assets & Ancestry National Tour. The Harlem event will take place on April 18 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at…

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Donut Lab’s Solid-State Battery Passes Extreme Heat Test With Surprising Results

By NEW YORK TREND / April 14, 2026 / Comments Off on Donut Lab’s Solid-State Battery Passes Extreme Heat Test With Surprising Results

A major breakthrough in battery technology may be closer than expected. Donut Lab has released new independent test results showing its solid-state “Donut Battery” not only withstands extreme heat—but actually performs better under it. The second round of testing was conducted by the globally respected VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, which evaluated how the…

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Bill Withers’ Family Brings ‘Grandma’s Hands’ to Life at NYC Book Signing Event

By NEW YORK TREND / April 13, 2026 / Comments Off on Bill Withers’ Family Brings ‘Grandma’s Hands’ to Life at NYC Book Signing Event

Fans of the late Bill Withers will have a special opportunity to celebrate his legacy in an intimate and meaningful way this spring. On April 17 at 12 p.m., Withers’ wife Marcia and daughter Kori will host a heartfelt book-signing event at Barnes and Noble in New York City. The event marks the release of…

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AI Shock Wipes $285B Off Software Stocks as Investors Question Pricing Power

By NEW YORK TREND / April 10, 2026 / Comments Off on AI Shock Wipes $285B Off Software Stocks as Investors Question Pricing Power

Software stocks are taking a sharp hit as artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes how investors think about pricing power, profitability, and long-term value across the sector. A wave of selling followed the release of a new AI automation tool from Anthropic, helping trigger a staggering $285 billion drop in major software companies. But analysts say the…

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Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Help—But Experts Warn It May Miss the Reality of Racial Stress

By NEW YORK TREND / April 10, 2026 / Comments Off on Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Help—But Experts Warn It May Miss the Reality of Racial Stress

A new concern is emerging at the intersection of technology and equity: teens are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence for emotional support, but the tools they rely on may not be equipped to understand their lived experiences. Dr. Riana Elyse Anderson, a New York City-based youth clinical and community psychologist and Associate Professor at Columbia…

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