Axios

The 2030 men's FIFA World Cup will be played in six total countries throughout Africa, Europe and South America, the world's governing soccer body announced Wednesday.

Why it matters: This marks the first time ever that the world's most prestigious soccer tournament will take place across three continents.

Major League Baseball could be coming to North Carolina.

Driving the news: A group of consultants and state officials have been working behind the scenes for about six months on a pitch to bring an MLB team to the Raleigh market, a source with knowledge of the work tells Axios.

• The group has highlighted the state's standing as best for business and its low corporate tax rate, which will shrink to 0% by 2030.
• And it's emphasized Raleigh's strong market viability, pointing to its ranking as No. 2 in the NHL for attendance and the second fastest growing metro in the country.