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$650 Million Mega Millions Jackpot Unclaimed; Next Up: $680 Million

10/24/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Mega Millions drawing on October 21, 2025 produced a $650 million jackpot with no winner.
The winning numbers were 2, 18, 27, 34, 59, and the Mega Ball was 18.
A ticket sold in Illinois matched five numbers to win $3 million.
The next drawing on October 24 has a jackpot of $680 million and ranks ninth in Mega Millions history.

History

Historical Context

The Mega Millions lottery, launched in 1996, has seen escalating jackpots due to increased ticket prices and more participating states. The record $1.537 billion jackpot was won on October 23, 2018, in South Carolina, reflecting a trend that raises concerns about gambling's social impact. As of 2023, Mega Millions operates in 45 states, generating significant revenue for state programs.

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Story summary

The Mega Millions drawing on October 21, 2025 produced a $650 million jackpot with no winner.
The winning numbers were 2, 18, 27, 34, 59, and the Mega Ball was 18.
A ticket sold in Illinois matched five numbers to win $3 million.
The next drawing on October 24 has a jackpot of $680 million and ranks ninth in Mega Millions history.

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