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DAZN, DirecTV Latin America strike sports channel deal ahead of World Cup
Sports streaming platform DAZN, backed by British-American billionaire Len Blavatnik, said it had struck a deal to bring DirecTV Latin America's DSPORTS channels to its platform in five countries, expanding its soccer offering as the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off.
850 good news: Local high school student competes at international science fair
A Magnet Innovation Center STEAM High School student competed against top young scientists from around the world at the International Science and Engineering Fair.
The 'Tartan Army' is coming for Providence
Between 6,000 and 7,000 Scottish soccer fans are expected to descend on Providence, Rhode Island for the World Cup.
Manheim Twp. man creates \'bartender\'s handshake\' coin for World Cup
There's a secret handshake among bartenders with high-end drink programs, and it involves an exclusive, rare coin.
United States World Cup 2026 Odds, Predictions & Best Bets
The World Cup 2026 is on home soil, the squad is named, and the nation is watching — but can the United States turn home advantage into a genuine deep run, and are the outright odds worth a punt?…...
Crimson Desert Hits New Huge Sales Milestone Less Than 3 Months After Launch
Crimson Desert has now sold over 6 million copies worldwide, Pearl Abyss has announced. The impressive milestone was achieved less than three months after the game went on sale.
Entertainment is being deglobalised
Why monoculture events like the World Cup are becoming the exception
Auburn's Tharp breaks world record in 110-meter hurdles
Auburn's Ja'Kobe Tharp ran a blistering time of 12.75 to set the world record in the 110-meter hurdles Wednesday at the NCAA outdoor track and field championships.
Several states are bowing out of Trump’s ‘Great American State Fair’
President Donald Trump has billed the “Great American State Fair” as a patriotic World’s Fair featuring pavilions created by every US state and territory – but several US states will not participate.
Bank of America Grows Sports with Us Platform With Global Initiative for 10,000 Young People
Bank of America today announced the expansion of its Sports with Us platform through the launch of a new sports and skills initiative that aims to impact more than 10,000 young people worldwide by the end of 2028.
Summer Solstice Celebration entertains folks at Mallory Square
Every evening in Key West, locals and visitors gather at the waterfront Mallory Square for the world-famous Sunset Celebration, to immerse in a magical convergence of performers, artisans, and local
World Cup Day 1 What to Watch: Mexico gets the tournament started as Group A begins play
Sacramento businesses prepare for World Cup excitement
Sacramento soccer fans will have no shortage of places to celebrate the World Cup, as local businesses and nonprofits team up to host watch parties, free clinics and community activities tied to the tournament.
England player ratings: Anthony Gordon proves his value but has Jude Bellingham done enough to guarantee World Cup start?
England finished their pre-tournament warm-up campaign with a much-improved 3-0 win over Costa Rica; Goals were scored by Declan Rice, Anthony Gordon and Ollie Watkins; Thomas Tuchel has a few starting spots still up for grabs - so, who made their mark?
WHO urges targeted action to strengthen emergency workforce capacities for shared health risks across the Asia-Pacific region
At a time when the world is more interconnected than ever, the World Health Organization (WHO) is disseminating a comprehensive regional analysis of shared health risks across Asia and the Pacific, urging Member States to invest in enhancing workforce capacities regionwide to mitigate these risks and ensure health systems are better prepared to anticipate, tackle and withstand a range of crises and shocks. Over 100 delegates from 49 countries and areas in the Asia-Pacific region reviewed results from the regional risk analysis during the WHO-led Asia Pacific Health Security Action Framework (APHSAF) Stakeholders Meeting in Malaysia. Synthesizing insights from 21 strategic risk assessments and more than 800 multisectoral experts, the regional analysis highlighted an urgent imperative: countries must proactively invest in emergency workforce preparedness to navigate a landscape where climate hazards, disease outbreaks and geophysical events increasingly overlap. These complex converging crises create devastating, compounding impacts on health systems and communities – reiterating the need for investing in a fit-for-purpose regional health workforce and multisectoral action.Key findings: an evolving risk landscape More than half of the participating countries ranked flooding, cyclones, dengue and pandemic-potential respiratory pathogens as being of high or very high risk, while antimicrobial resistance, landslides and gastroenteritis remain widespread concerns as well. “Given that 51% – over half – of these assessed hazards are deeply interconnected, isolated health interventions are no longer sufficient,” said Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. “Extreme weather events like cyclones and floods directly trigger subsequent disease outbreaks, while environmental degradation – driven by sea-level rise, coastal erosion and saltwater intrusion – fuels health risks across the Pacific. Mitigating these cascading risks requires unified, cross-sectoral action linking environmental, agricultural and public health policies to build true regional resilience.” Priority recommendations for action To address critical vulnerabilities, WHO calls on Member States in the Asia-Pacific region to urgently prioritize the following strategic actions: Bridge workforce capacity gaps. Embed and standardize emergency preparedness within academia to promote regional workforce interoperability. Foster multisectoral coordination. Address ad-hoc taskforce responses and fragmented surge support through formalized contingency plans and standard operating procedures that are frequently updated and tested. Secure sustainable financing for emergencies. Overcome systemic barriers to access dedicated funding for both immediate anticipatory actions and long-term emergency preparedness initiatives. Enable emergency-ready primary health care. Embed emergency management into public health workforce readiness planning. Ensure that emergency planning is inclusive. Establish clear pathways for inclusive emergency planning that actively involves communities most at risk and other vulnerable groups. Optimize communication. Update risk communication and community engagement strategies, aligning them with seasonal risk calendars. Elevating workforce readiness to meet regional health risks While the gaps identified are significant, the Asia-Pacific region possesses solid foundational pillars, including dedicated clinicians, laboratory staff, rapid response teams, emergency medical teams and extensive community networks. However, to adequately address the compounding nature of modern crises, the various components of the emergency workforce must collaborate cohesively. True resilience depends entirely on transforming this currently fragmented workforce into a highly trained, interconnected and rapidly deployable asset. To achieve this, WHO is actively advancing regional workforce capacities through the Global Health Emergency Corps initiative. This initiative – supported by the Gates Foundation and the Institute of Philanthropy – seeks to build a seamless network of emergency workforce across borders and sectors, ensuring that when a crisis strikes, a standardized, well-coordinated and trained workforce is immediately ready to respond. “Scaling up emergency workforce readiness is no longer optional,” said Dr Gina Samaan, Regional Emergency Director for WHO in the Western Pacific. “It is the definitive factor that will determine how effectively the Asia-Pacific region safeguards health and protects lives in an increasingly unpredictable future.” ____________________For more information, or to arrange media interviews, contact: Ara Johannes, WHO Western Pacific Health Emergencies Division: johannesa@who.int WHO Western Pacific Communications: wprocom@who.int
Big Boy visit brings big business to North East
The Union Pacific’s Big Boy — the world’s largest steam locomotive — brought a significant economic boost along with large crowds to North East on Tuesday. Visitors not only gathered al…
Local businesses roll out custom merch as World Cup crowds expected to boost economy
With Philadelphia projected to generate roughly $770 million in economic activity from upcoming FIFA World Cup matches, local businesses are preparing for an influx of fans by offering new merchandise infused with Philly flair.
Board of Health warns about extreme heat during World Cup
Due to humidity, temperatures will feel warmer than they show.
New Jersey launches digital public health hub ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
New Jersey launches new digital public health hub ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
2026 World Cup: Predictions, rankings, team-by-team schedules, rosters and everything else you need to know before kickoff
Cosm opens at Centennial Yards, offering entertainment experience ahead of World Cup
The venue features an 87-foot-diameter dome screen designed to immerse guests in live sporting events, films and other entertainment experiences.
KU museums highlight global art, science during World Cup
Two KU museums are highlighting global connections this summer with exhibitions tied to the World Cup games in the Kansas City area.
The largest scorpion to walk the Earth was the size of a baseball bat
Scientists describe a baseball bat-size scorpion — the world’s largest — and suggest that the 400 million-year-old creature was also amphibious.
Why the World Cup Could Cost U.S. Employers $30 Billion This Summer
For the first time in 32 years, the tournament will return to the U.S. However, that's not necessarily good news for American business leaders.
From The Sports Desk: Carolina claims Game 4 in back-and-forth Stanley Cup Final
Jordan Staal scored the go-ahead goal, as the Hurricanes beat the Vegas Golden Knights 5-3 and even the series 2-2. Plus, today’s World Cup spotlight is Uruguay’s Federico Valverde.
World Cup 2026 predictions: Who gets the Golden Ball amd Golden Boot, biggest disappointments, championship picks and more
How Much Should Governments Invest in Sports? Soccer Offers a Test Case.
The growth of soccer in the United States reflects decades of public-sector involvement, raising broader questions about sports-related economic development.
How foreign policy values and issues cut across the political typology groups
The 2026 Pew Research Center political typology reveals a rich portrait of how Americans view the nation’s place in the world, the strength and use of its power, its relationships with other nations and many current foreign policy hotspots. While some foreign policy dynamics in the typology track traditional ideological and partisan divides, that is […]
Pragmatic and Polite Right
Pragmatic and Polite Right hold a mix of conservative, moderate and somewhat liberal issue positions: They skew more conservative on economics and the role of government, while tilting more liberal on issues related to race and in their orientation to the rest of the world. They are also moderate in their style, prizing civility and […]
Health Sleuths Are Watching for Disease Threats During the World Cup
WASHINGTON (AP) — While millions of soccer fans cheer or groan over World Cup matches spanning North America, health officials will be on high alert for germs. A heat wave may be the most obvious health threat. But infectious diseases can spread in a crowd, and experts are set to scrutinize ...
World Cup travel boost hasn't materialized for U.S. businesses
The expected travel boom from the World Cup is looking like it will be a city-by-city, match-by-match test of pricing power.
Ubisoft closing studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade and cutting publishing roles worldwide, 380 jobs at risk
Latest round of cuts includes refocusing Barcelona studio on Rainbow Six, with an unknown number of roles affected
World's largest whale graveyard discovered by sub at bottom of ocean: "Completely unexpected"
The 2026 World Cup: Sports and Conflict
As the United States prepares to co-host the largest World Cup ever played, the link between sports and politics is no less relevant than it was during the Cold War. But can it create diplomatic opportunities or even peace breakthroughs?
Killer Bean Is A Very, Very Bad Game
Some cool ideas don't make this open-world action-shooter worth playing
Why some experts are concerned about potential health risks during World Cup
A Moment of Truth for American Grass
U.S. scientists have spent years prepping for the World Cup—and trying to keep bad turf from ruining it.
Fútbol Fiesta brings World Cup watch parties and entertainment to El Paso Coliseum
Fútbol Fiesta is turning the El Paso County Coliseum into a World Cup fan hub July 14, 15 and 19, with giant-screen match watch parties, EA SPORTS FC 26 tournaments, live music, vendors, and a massive sticker trade.
British politicians are racing to the hard-right
Amid riots in Belfast, Restore promises to put “murderous third-world savages to death”
Swine industry unites behind national plan to improve herd health
The director of swine health for the National Pork Board says there is a lot of disease pressure pork producers are struggling with right now. Speaking to Brownfield during the World Pork Expo in Des Moines last week, Dr. Marisa Rotolo said NPB has developed the National Swine Health Strategy, which is focused on advancing […]
Pfizer's 2025 Impact Report Highlights Progress Across Patients, Planet, and Responsible Business
Here at Pfizer, we are in the business of breakthroughs, and while our focus is on making advancements that impact patients’ lives, we are also aware of our work’s broader impact on the world. Every year, we take stock of the impact our work has on the world, the environment, and people themselves in our Impact Report.
NACCHO Highlights Local Health Departments' Preparedness Efforts Ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026
/PRNewswire/ -- The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO), the voice of the country's over 3,300 local health departments, commends...
2026 World Cup viewer's guide: Format, new rules, predictions, how to watch and everything you need to know before kickoff
The magic of Omaha: Why the College World Series is unlike anything else in sports that's worth the trip
Planning a trip to the College World Series? Here's why Omaha's atmosphere, food scene, and fan culture make it a bucket list sporting event.
How Alvarez became Europe's most sought-after striker
Julian Alvarez heads to the World Cup aiming to fire Argentina to back-to-back triumphs at a time when he is the subject of one the most sensational transfer bids ever made.
National Science Foundation cuts mean researchers like me are losing grants – but impacts extend far beyond academia
As the National Science Foundation starts giving out fewer grants, people worldwide will potentially lose out from potential research findings that could help improve their lives.
Cell Therapy Clinical Trials: Breaking Down the Science
Breakthrough T1D is here to answer all of your questions about islet cell therapies, from the research lab to real-world treatments.
World’s leading soil science congress opens in Nanjing for the first time in China
The 23rd World Congress of Soil Science, often regarded as the “Olympics” of the soil science community, opened in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province. Held from June 8 to 12 under the theme “Soil and the Shared Future of Humankind,” the congress marks the first time in its nearly 100-year history that this premier global academic event in soil science has been hosted in China.
University of New Haven Sport Management Graduate Students Excel at National Sports Forum Case Cup
From analyzing a case, presenting findings, and networking with industry professionals, the Chargers taking part in one of the sports industry’s most competitive programs showed why the outcomes and the ROI of the M.S. in sport management are among the best in the world.
SAVE THE DATE: COSPAR 2026 – The World’s largest Space Science Assembly heads to Florence (1-9 August 2026)
Registration is now officially open for media representatives, bloggers, and freelance communicators to attend the 46th COSPAR Scientific Assembly in August 2026. The event will gather over 3,000 global experts to unveil and discuss the latest groundbreaking discoveries shaping the future of space research
The Londoner Pub expanding to Arlington, near entertainment district
A British family that has called North Texas home for more than 30 years is excited to share its history with international fans during the FIFA World Cup.
Digimon Story: Time Stranger releases demo for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch
Digimon Story: Time Stranger will be on Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch next month, and to prepare fans for the launch, Bandai Namco just put out a demo. It can be downloaded via the Nintendo eShop pages now worldwide. The first part of the demo offers the opening of the main game in its entirety. This lets players experience exploration,...
World Cup kicks off tomorrow: Here's the impact on sports betting
CNBC's Contessa Brewer joins 'Squawk Box' with a look at the World Cup betting boom.
Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave's world map is partially inspired by medieval Spain, even if the Dagdan Empire setting looks much older
The next Fire Emblem is mixing Greek and Roman influences with names borrowed from medieval Spain, but the map is completely different.
The World Cup could be a petri dish for disease. Wastewater could sound the alarm
As millions of soccer fans pack FIFA World Cup venues, public health scientists created a wastewater monitoring network to forecast potential disease threats—from measles to Ebola
It's all kicking off: how much do you know about the science of football?
Kick off the 2026 FIFA World Cup by testing your knowledge of the physics of football
The surprising science behind the 2026 World Cup grass
How scientists are engineering the perfect World Cup pitch—one so flawless that players never notice it
"Scammers have adapted": Valve confirms that physical Steam Gift Cards are dead. Once the current stocks are sold through, they're done.
Valve's Steam Gift Cards have been a staple in major retailers throughout the world for quite some time. But today, the firm confirmed they're being phased out.
The infectious diseases that experts worry could spread during the World Cup
Officials are less worried about viruses in the headlines, and more concerned about illnesses like measles and dengue, as well as covid-19 and sexually transmitted infections.
Pollinators in peril: scientists reveal the hidden human health costs of the world’s disappearing bees
Crops and flowers rely on them for survival, but wild bees are declining – and crucial nutrients will go missing from our diets as a result
Kern County businesses hope to benefit from World Cup tourism
While the 2026 World Cup matches will be played in Los Angeles and the Bay Area, some Bakersfield businesses are hoping the international tournament will still
World-leading UK science facilities at risk amid £162m funding crisis
Diamond Light Source and ISIS Neutron and Muon Source face cuts of up to 20% as Science and Technology Facilities Council seeks savings
It used to be boxing and baseball. Now, Panama’s sports fans have ‘unwavering passion’ for football
As part of a special World Cup series, The Athletic is speaking to fans of all 48 competing nations to capture their unique football culture
Iran war ripple effects are increasing risks of acute hunger for millions, World Food Program chief says
Ripple effects from the war in Iran are threatening millions more of the most vulnerable people with crisis levels of hunger or worse, World Food Program (WFP) acting Executive Director Carl Skau told CNN.
Trump wanted to star at the World Cup, but politics may spoil the party
Donald Trump thought he’d miss out on the chance to stride the globe’s biggest sporting stage, lamenting in 2018, when the US won the right to co-host this year’s World Cup finals, that “I won’t be here” owing to presidential term limits.
World's First AI‑Designed Vaccine Tested in Humans For The First Time
Protection from threats that haven't even emerged.
Ferris seniors place second in world in environmental science competition for research on smoke and agriculture
Sitting at the awards ceremony for the largest international high school science fair in the world this May, Ferris High School students Teddy Osborne and Anders Thogerson were a bit disappointed as the judge read off the fourth-place winners for projects in environmental science.
World Cup politics take center stage as sportsbook posts odds on protests, defections and Trump appearances
LOS ANGELES — The FIFA World Cup has always reflected more than just soccer.
How 'undone science' shaped Chile's glacier protection battle
What is "undone science," and how does it affect environmental policy and regulation around the world? In a recent study published in Tapuya: Latin American Science, Technology and Society, Javiera Barandiarán, ...
Haunting Sounds of The World's Largest Living Thing Recorded
The giant has something to say.
Atlanta World Cup 2026: Local businesses near Mercedes-Benz Stadium seek more opportunities as tournament arrives
Experiments in Sports Seismology for the World Cup
Building on our previous experiments in sports seismology, PNSN is planning to stream real-time seismogram data from our seismometers around the stadium during upcoming World Cup matches in Seattle.
World Cup visitor surge raises risk of flu and measles spread, health experts warn
As Seattle prepares to host an influx of visitors for the FIFA World Cup, local health officials and infectious disease experts say they are ready.
World Cup visitor surge raises risk of flu and measles spread, health experts warn
As Seattle prepares to host an influx of visitors for the FIFA World Cup, local health officials and infectious disease experts say they are ready.
TST Best Bets: June 9, 2026
It’s been classic after classic through these Stanley Cup Finals, and if the Vegas Golden Knights come out of this series with their second ever world championship, then Game 3 will be immortalized forever as the night they survived the impossible. After squandering a 4-0 lead, Vegas pulled out a miraculous victory in double overtime to take a 2-1 lead in the series on their home ice. Now in Game 4, the Carolina Hurricanes face a do-or-die situation, as a loss would send them back home for Game
Understanding the exposome
The world around us influences our health in countless ways. New tools and approaches are helping scientists measure our environmental exposures—both good and bad—on a large scale in the hopes of improving prevention and treatment strategies.
‘Severance’ meets ‘Inside Out’ in Dacha Theatre’s ‘Dream, Carl, Dream’
Dacha Theatre’s new interactive, improvisational show puts audience members to work in the dream world.
Interactive ‘Severance’-meets-‘Inside Out’ Seattle theater show is a delight
Dacha Theatre’s new interactive, improvisational show puts audience members to work in the dream world.
From The Sports Desk: A raucous evening inside and outside Madison Square Garden
NBC News reported on the ground, as the New York Knicks played their first NBA Finals home game in 27 years. Plus, Canada’s Alphonso Davies is today’s World Cup spotlight.
K-Pop Powerhouse SM Entertainment Elevates Global Hitmaking With Solid State Logic ORACLE
Seoul, South Korea, June 9, 2026 — SM Entertainment, the multinational record label, talent agency, production company and music publisher that pioneered the introduction of Korean music artists to | From shaping the sound of modern K-pop to scaling world-class production, SM adopts ORACLE to supercharge workflow, streamline sessions, and deliver signature SSL analogue excellence.
How sky-high ticket prices, war & politics could impact the World Cup
The biggest World Cup ever starts this week. Laura Williamson, editor in chief of The Athletic, describes how sky-high prices, travel restrictions, politics and the Ebola outbreak are impacting fans. Williamson also discusses President Trump’s UFC event on the White House lawn. Ken Tucker reviews Kacey Musgraves’ album ‘Middle of Nowhere,’ which he says pairs well with the music biography ‘Gary Stewart: I Am From the Honky-Tonks.’
Florida Georgia Line Signs With CAA And The Core Entertainment
Days after surprising the country world with a CMA Fest set at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium and confirming their reunion, Florida Georgia Line cemented its
4 World Cup Health Tips For 2026: An ER Doc’s Guide To Staying Healthy
An ER doc's guide to the biggest health risks at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 4 tips on heat, alcohol, vaccines, and how to stay safe across 16 cities this summer.
Sabalenka named one of 100 most influential people in sports by 'TIME'
It's no secret that Aryna Sabalenka's influence now stretches far beyond the tennis court, and that growing reach has earned the World No. 1 a place on TIME's inaugural TIME100 Sports list.
From Trump to Messi, Iran to ICE, politics and sport collide at the biggest World Cup in history
The tournament kicks off in Mexico City on Thursday.
What to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Platner seeks Senate nomination in Maine
Voters across Maine, Nevada, South Carolina and North Dakota head to the polls Tuesday for another day of primary elections in America, but much of the political world will be focused on Maine's high-stakes U.S. Senate contest.
Opinion | Science Should Not Be Subject to Loyalty Tests
The proposed O.M.B. rules would ravage the world’s most productive scientific enterprise.
PAHO: Health tax levels in the Americas remain too low to curb harmful consumption of alcohol and sugary drinks
Washington, D.C., 9 June 2026 (PAHO) – Levels of health taxes on alcohol and sugar‑sweetened beverages in the Americas remain too low to significantly reduce consumption and prevent noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), even as the Region records some of the highest consumption levels in the world, according to two reports released by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).
A journey between two worlds begins in TALES OF ETERNIA REMASTERED this October
Tales of Eternia Remastered launches October 16, 2026. Rediscover the classic action RPG with enhanced graphics and quality-of-life features.
How Sports Are a Local Growth Engine
A recent Wharton panel discussed the potential economic impact of Philadelphia hosting the FIFA World Cup and other major events.
The Ocean's Health Is Deteriorating on Multiple Fronts, U.N. Scientists Warn
A new U.N. report warns of escalating threats to the world's oceans from human impacts.
A-level student elected to Jersey parliament congratulated by Trump
Gabriel Raimondo, who put his studies on hold to run in Channel Islands, is one of world’s youngest politicians
Scientists Identify The World's Biggest Known Scorpion, The Size of a Dog
Not to be messed with.
Scientists Identify The World's Biggest Known Scorpion, The Size of a Dog
Not to be messed with.
Nintendo was fined 35 million euros due to Joy-Con stick drift
In France, an investigation into Nintendo related to defective Joy-Con controller sticks has concluded. The outcome was not in the company’s favor.
Siri AI, Apple Intelligence, iOS 27: Everything You Missed at WWDC 2026
We're in Cupertino for Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference. Can Tim Cook save Siri and Apple's AI ambitions on his way out the door?
The Latest: Maine primary election tests Platner’s support following mounting scandals
Voters across Maine, Nevada, South Carolina and North Dakota head to the polls for another day of primary elections in America, but much of the political world will be focused on Maine’s high-stakes U.S. Senate contest
The science of sweat: How a UF researcher is helping Brazil prepare for the heat of the World Cup
A UF scientist is using the science of sweat to help athletes perform, recover and stay healthy in extreme heat.
From Classroom to Racetrack: How Charlie Baur is Building a Motorsports Career in a Business Discipline
Charlie Baur can trace his racing story back to a Christmas morning in Michigan — the kind that starts with snow on the ground and ends with a throttle in a kid’s hands. “I remember being 3 years old and then for Christmas that year, my parents had gotten me a 120 cc snowmobile,” Baur said. Long before sprint cars, he was a Michigan kid on snowmobiles, dirt bikes, four-wheelers and jet skis — and a regular at car shows and races with his family. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur That early exposure became a calling. At 12, he sat in a sprint car for the first time and knew he’d found the next chapter. He started in quarter midgets, moved to go-karts, and the day before he turned 16 — one day shy of the minimum age required by track insurance — he made his first sprint car start after convincing officials to let him race. Five years later, Baur is still pushing forward, now racing sprint cars on both pavement and dirt while pursuing an automotive business education at Northwood University — with a clear-eyed understanding that motorsports encompasses more than what happens under the lights on Saturday night. “It’s a business,” said Charlie, a 20-year-old who calls Fenton, Michigan, home when he’s not at a racetrack or at Northwood’s residential campus in Midland, Michigan. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Racing is the product — but preparation is the job To the average fan, race day begins around dinner time. For a team, race day can be a 12-hour shift — plus the work that came before it. And Baur’s racing operation is a family affair. “The team is my parents and myself,” he said, explaining they own the cars, maintain equipment and manage the business side — from sponsor relations to budgeting. On race weekends, the core group includes Baur and his parents (Eric and Stefanie), plus a couple of additional hands (Alex Photiou and Robert Flannigan) who help with the intensity and pace of trackside work. That structure has shaped how he thinks about efficiency and professionalism. “We’ve always kind of had the mentality of we’re never working on the car for maintenance at the track,” he said. “Our goal is to do as little work as possible to the car because it should be ready when that car rolls out of the trailer to go racing.” That mindset shows up in routines: bolt checks, tire procedures, safety equipment and a repeatable process designed to limit errors. “Once I fire the car up and put my helmet on, that’s when it’s go time,” he said. “You can plan as much as possible for how the race is going to play out, but until you take the green flag … you don’t know how it’s going to go.” Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur First-generation driver, student of the game In racing, “first-generation” matters — and Baur wears that label with pride. “A lot of the drivers are third or fourth generation,” he said. “My family has never been in motorsports. So for me, we’ve always looked at it as we’re new to it and we want to be as different as possible. From a marketing standpoint, it helps us stand out.” It also pushes him to seek out mentors — especially veteran drivers who have seen every scenario, solved every problem and won in multiple eras. Baur credits accomplished driver Jason Blonde, a 10-time champion, for becoming his driver coach and helping him develop as a competitor. “To me, learning from Jason helps me because he has had lots of success and knows what to do,” Baur said. “You have to humble yourself and say, ‘I don’t know what to do; can you help me out?’” That willingness to learn extends off the track, too. Baur says one of his biggest challenges is not a mechanical limitation, but credibility. “It’s my age,” he said. “Some people won’t take me seriously because I’m so young. Even though … I do know what we’re talking about and have a general idea.” His answer has been to out-prepare, out-communicate and treat the operation like a real enterprise — because it is. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Northwood’s role: Turning passion into a plan Baur is majoring in automotive aftermarket management and pursuing an accelerated path that pairs undergraduate study with graduate work. He’s also exploring how to align his studies with motorsports-focused coursework as Northwood advances related programs and pathways. He sees the value clearly: motorsports needs business-literate professionals who understand budgets, sponsorship, marketing, operations and long-term strategy — and who can translate between the language of the shop and the language of the boardroom. That’s why his Northwood experience isn’t limited to the classroom. He has been involved with the Northwood University International Auto Show and serves as motorsports chair — a leadership role that demands outreach, contracts, coordination and a steady professional demeanor. “There’s so much outside work that makes the auto show successful that people don’t realize,” he said. “And it is truly student led.” He’s also participated in industry experiences through Northwood at major events such as AAPEX, SEMA and PRI, along with other automotive networking events — opportunities he describes as a fast track to understanding how business really gets done. “You learn a lot in the classroom,” he said. “But if you learn it and you can’t apply it to the real world, it loses its value. Or if you learn it and can apply it, but you don’t know anyone, it is still of no value.” In his words, Northwood helps him win because it “gives me the tools to succeed” — including flexibility and faculty support as he balances travel and racing commitments with academics. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Racing as an ecosystem — and a talent gap waiting to be filled Baur is blunt about what he sees across the motorsports world: a deep bench of experienced professionals, and not enough young talent entering the pipeline. “I go to car shows, I go to these different events, and typically … the average age is between 45 to 55,” he said. “There’s not a lot of young people going into the motorsports world.” That reality reinforces Northwood’s communications focus: positioning motorsports not as a narrow lane, but as a wide ecosystem of business careers — sponsorship, logistics, data, media, leadership, hospitality and innovation — with real demand for prepared graduates. It also shapes how Baur talks to younger students who love racing but aren’t sure what their future looks like. “If you have a passion for motorsports, there’s gonna be a spot for you somewhere,” he said, emphasizing that driving is only one of many career paths — and that local tracks and hands-on experience are often the best first step. But if someone is interested in driving as a career path, it will take a team to make that happen. Baur’s team includes Stahl’s Motors and Music Experience, Rhino Racing, Randy Wise Buick GMC Chevrolet, Western Michigan Fleet Parts, Mother’s Polish, Schaeffer’s Oil, Hepfner Racing Products, Ameriguard Storage Centers, Justice Brothers, Race 1 Wraps, TBM Brakes, Behind Your Design, CharlieBaur.com and Northwood University. “There are so many people who invest not only in myself but in my race team and who believe in us to succeed,” he added. Pictured: Charlie Bauer’s sprint race car. Looking ahead: A headline worth chasing Ask Baur to imagine 2035, and he’ll give you two answers — one dream, one blueprint. “In a perfect world,” he said, “winning the Indy 500.” Realistically, he wants to build a life where business ownership and racing reinforce each other and where he can pay forward the help he has received by mentoring younger drivers, especially those trying to break into motorsports without a family legacy. “When I retire from full-time racing, I want to be able to provide the same opportunities that were presented to myself to the next generation of drivers,” Baur said. “I know how difficult it is to get your foot in the door.” For now, the focus is simple: keep building the operation, keep learning the business, and keep showing up prepared — because in sprint car racing, as in life, process matters. And once the helmet goes on? “It’s go time,” Baur said. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Learn more Students interested in motorsports careers — whether in competition, team operations, marketing, finance, sponsorship, data, or management — can explore opportunities through Northwood University’s Center for Automotive and Mobility Studies. For Charlie Baur’s latest motorsports adventures, follow Charlie_Baur and Charlie Baur Racing on social media. To learn more about Northwood’s Bachelor of Business Administration in Automotive and Mobility Studies and motorsports management concentration, visit www.northwood.edu/programs/automotive-mobility-studies/. Photo courtesy of Charlie Baur Pictured: Charlie Baur at Butler Motor Speedway on May 31, 2026. Share this page
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