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Jackpot Climbs to $42 Million; Three Win $1 Million!

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Summary

Mega Millions Update

The Mega Millions jackpot stands at $42 million, with a cash option of $18.8 million.
Last drawing's winning numbers were 20-42-46-59-69, Mega Ball 19, and Megaplier 4x.
No jackpot winners emerged, but three tickets matched five numbers, winning $1 million each.
Drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11 PM ET.
Tickets are priced at $2, with an optional $1 for the Megaplier.

Summary

New Jersey Millionaire Wins

A New Jersey resident won a $1 million prize in the New Year’s Eve Mega Millions drawing, the first major win of 2025.
The winning ticket, sold at Speedy Mart Food Store in West Trenton, matched five numbers but not the Mega Ball.
The next drawing is on January 7, 2025, with an estimated jackpot of $42 million.
Tickets must be purchased by 10:45 PM on drawing nights to participate.

History

Historical Context

The Mega Millions lottery, launched in 1996, reflects America’s growing fascination with gambling. Similar to the 1970s lottery boom, the current $42 million jackpot illustrates how larger jackpots attract more players. Increased ticket prices and cross-state participation have fueled this trend, reshaping the lottery landscape.

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Mega Millions Update

The Mega Millions jackpot stands at $42 million, with a cash option of $18.8 million.
Last drawing's winning numbers were 20-42-46-59-69, Mega Ball 19, and Megaplier 4x.
No jackpot winners emerged, but three tickets matched five numbers, winning $1 million each.
Drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11 PM ET.
Tickets are priced at $2, with an optional $1 for the Megaplier.

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