NBC News’ new iCue service is, unlike MySpace, “a fun and safe environment” for everyone to hang out discussing news video clips, news articles, and news-focused games. The ad-supported vehicle is geared toward high school kids, who are, apparently, in need of yet another online destination.

The site, developed by the geeks at MIT, “employs a ‘Cue Card’ media player that users can view, flip over and get more information, customize them with their own input, then store and trade them with other members of the community,” reports B&C. It’s basically a giant Flash app that lets you read a written transcript while you watch the video! And most importantly: It features an intro from Tim Russert. He’s hip with the kids.