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NEWS ABOUT: Mega Millions

Mega Millions stories: 4 news summaries

 How to Spend Your 
 $333M Mega Jackpot 

Lottery pot now tops $333M

Aug 28, 09 6:25 PM CDT
(Newser) - With the Mega Millions jackpot at $333 million, ABC News investigates the best ways to spend it:
  • A new pad: "I would think they'd want to own a truly extraordinary home," says a real-estate agent. How about 3 townhouses in Greenwich Village, at just $16 million
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philanthropy • real estate • millionaires • Mega Millions • lottery • private island • vintage car

As Economy Sinks,
Lottery Sales Soar

Consumers tightening belts don't scratch their lottery spending

Sep 13, 08 10:50 AM CDT
(Newser) - As the economy falters, one thing people aren’t cutting back on is lottery tickets, the New York Times reports. In fact, higher unemployment rates usually mean higher lottery sales, says one study, and sales are hitting record highs in at least 22 states. “With companies tightening and... More »

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gambling • recession • unemployment • Mega Millions • lottery • state lotteries • economy

$32M Lottery Winner Believes in Magic

Md. accountant says Wiccan gods helped him hit the jackpot

Sep 3, 07 6:21 PM CDT
(Newser) - A Maryland accountant says he won a share of last week's $330 million Mega Millions jackpot by making a deal with Wiccan gods. “You let me win the lottery, and I’ll teach,” said Elwood “Bunky” Bartlett, who says he holds one of four winning tickets and... More »

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Maryland • Mega Millions • lottery • jackpot • Wicca • Elwood Bartlett • New Age • Reiki

Lottery's Luster Scratching Off

Experts say casinos offer better odds,
more fun

Aug 29, 07 3:43 PM CDT
(Newser) - The fever over big lottery jackpots is cooling as huge payouts become more common, and lose their once-in-a-lifetime cachet. What's more, the growing casino scene is muscling in on the lotto's territory -- casinos offer a better chance of winning, in a more electric atmosphere than your local 7-Eleven. More »

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California • Arnold Schwarzenegger • gambling • casino • Mega Millions • lottery

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