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2026-08-11 09:50:03

Powerball Jackpot Nears $1 Billion, Biggest Prize Yet

Powerball jackpot nears $1 billion at $975 million, up $70 million since Monday, making it the year's biggest prize. Winners can choose lump sum or payments, with steep odds of one in 292 million. read more

2026-07-21 06:10:42

Powerball launches in UK, expanding global jackpot reach

Powerball ticket sales begin Tuesday in the UK, allowing players to compete for massive U.S. jackpots with the same 1-in-292.2 million odds. The expansion, through a U.S.-UK agreement, marks the first non-U.S. lottery contributing to Powerball. read more

2026-04-15 06:10:11

Powerball Launches in UK, Creating Bigger Jackpots

Powerball is expanding to the UK this summer to create larger international jackpots. UK players will join Americans in contributing to the prize pool, accelerating jackpot growth while keeping the game's rules and odds unchanged. read more

2024-10-03 18:10:06

Powerball winner defends $2.04 billion prize in lawsuit victory

Powerball winner Edwin Castro secured the $2bn jackpot after a lawsuit alleging ticket theft was dismissed by a California judge. The rival's lack of evidence led to the ruling, bringing an end to the ongoing lottery saga. read more

2024-04-07 00:00:00

A $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot was won in Oregon after over three months without a winner. The winning numbers were drawn early Sunday, with the jackpot growing due to long odds. The prize will be paid out through an annuity. read more

2024-04-04 00:00:00

Powerball jackpot reaches $1.23bn after no winners, increasing by $14m; upcoming draw on Saturday. Last won in Michigan in January, biggest ever jackpot was $2.04bn in 2022. Odds of winning are 1 in 292.2 million. Lottery tickets are $2 per play. read more