
Is it worth playing Powerball and Mega Millions anymore?
Lottery is not an invention of the modern era and while it's been around for quite a while, it is here to stay. Some of the most popular competitions such as the Powerball and USA Mega Millions have changed their rules over the course of time, and not all of the changes were for the better. For the vast majority of players, it is less important if the odds have shrunken or improved because...
Last updated on March 5, 2014 by Jeremy Rapaport

250 years of Mexican Lottery
The Mexican Lottery can’t match its northern counterparts in terms of amounts awarded and it is hard to believe that its jackpots will outshine the ones awarded by the Powerball or Mega Millions. On the other hand, it has an impressive history with the first draw being held almost 250 years ago in 1770. Over the course of time, new games were added into the mix and the final version...
Last updated on June 4, 2013 by Ben Imler

Why do people play free lottery?
The reason for why lottery games are so popular is that they allow people to keep their dreams alive by investing as little as a few dollars a month. The idea of spending a minimal amount for a chance to become a millionaire is something that keeps lottery players wired despite crushing odds. In the absence of a better path to richness, people stay hooked to lottery games and are even more...
Last updated on March 5, 2014 by Marry Levental

What makes US Powerball so popular around the world?
American lottery players get to choose between purchasing tickets for local lotteries organized by the state they are living in or games held nationwide such as the US Powerball or Mega Millions. The latter has larger prizes and although the odds seem crushing, the prospect of winning huge amounts easily surpasses the downsides. For players residing outside the borders of the United States,...
Last updated on August 10, 2015 by John Greener

Decide between the lump sum and lottery annuity
It is always better to be ready for whatever it might come along and this includes both the best and worst case scenarios. For those who play the lottery on a regular basis, the best possible outcome is to win the main prize and if this happens, some practical decisions need to be taken quickly. Perfect planning will prevent any unforeseen obstacles and will enable the winners to fully enjoy...
Last updated on June 5, 2013 by Ben Imler

Pros and cons of lottery betting
Does lottery betting work? Lotteries have been around for decades and although bookmakers are a more recent invention, both enjoy just as much attention and enthusiasm. It was only natural for the bookies to make the step further and contemplate the benefits and shortcomings of lottery betting. In the end, it looks like the pros outshine the cons and with this type of betting gaining a lot...
Last updated on February 26, 2014 by Jonathan White

The People’s Postcode Lottery legacy
People's Postcode Lottery supports good causes! When it was first introduced 24 years ago, the Postcode Lottery didn't inspire much confidence among the players but Dutch company Novamedia BV turned it into a very popular game. The lottery started in the Netherlands and gradually expanded over borders, with one of the latest and most successful games being now held in Great Britain. It is...
Last updated on March 5, 2014 by John Greener

The benefits of using mobile lottery applications
Mobile lottery applications - must have tool for serious lottery players Mobile devices are gradually replacing desktop and laptop computers, and a growing number of apps are developed exclusively for these gadgets. Mobile lottery applications make no exception and some of the latest releases are addressing those issues that lottery players were particularly concerned with. There are...
Last updated on February 26, 2014 by Ben Imler

The future of the Russian lottery
Should we expect the Russian lottery nationalization? Right now there are two state ran lotteries in the Russian Federation, with the Gosloto 6/45 and 7/49 being preferred by players. The two games organize draws every week and the jackpots count in tens and even hundreds of millions of rubles. For Gosloto 6/45 the odds of scooping the jackpot stands at one 8 millions, while players have...
Last updated on February 26, 2014 by Marry Levental

Taiwan Lottery to be run by Intralot for a decade
Taiwan Lottery introduction Being a part of China, Taiwan had to align its legislation with the one enforced by the Communist Party and this includes the banning of gambling. All such activities are prohibited, with the state run lotteries being until recently the only accepted form of gambling. The Uniform Invoice Lottery has been around for more than 8 years, but players now have the chance...
Last updated on March 5, 2014 by John Greener
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