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Lotteries are government-sponsored and regulated gambling games whereby numbers are drawn to win prizes. They are a popular source of revenue and can be used to fund education, health, sports, social services, and infrastructure. A lottery is usually run by a state or territory and may be operated by public, private, or nonprofit organizations. The prizes can range from cash to goods, tickets, or vacations.
The first recorded lottery in Europe was organized by King Francis I of France in or around 1505 as a way to finance public works projects. It was forbidden for two centuries, but resumed in the 17th century as a public lottery for Paris and a private lottery for religious orders. In addition to promoting public works, it was seen as a way of increasing the wealth of the clergy and gentry.
In the United States, most state governments have legalized a form of lottery or have a regulatory body that oversees the industry. Some states offer multiple types of lotteries and others limit participation to certain age groups or other categories. Most US lotteries provide instant tickets or scratch-off games, and many have keno and video lottery terminals. Some states also offer lottery-related games such as bingo.
The national lottery in New Zealand is run by an autonomous Crown entity called Lotto New Zealand. Lottery profits are distributed by the New Zealand Lottery Grants Board directly to charities and community organizations. Other statutory bodies that receive allocations from the Lottery Grants Board include Sport and Recreation New Zealand, Creative New Zealand, and the New Zealand Film Commission. The lottery has four games: the Lotto (including Powerball and Strike), Keno, Bullseye, and Instant Kiwi. Lottery winnings are not taxed in New Zealand.
In April, a 44-year-old man from Laos purchased a ticket at the Plaid Pantry convenience store in Portland for Oregon’s Powerball game and won $217 million. Saephan Saepeng said he is taking half the prize and giving the rest to his wife, Duanpen, and a friend from Laos who chipped in $100 to buy the winning ticket. The winner, who has not come forward publicly, faces a lengthy security and vetting process. The prize is the fourth-largest in Powerball history. The winner must remain anonymous to protect his or her privacy and prevent fraud.