Lottery games are a popular way to win big money. However, there are some things to consider before you play. First of all, make sure you know the rules of each game you are playing. Second, check with your local gambling authority to see if lottery games are legal in your state. If they are, you will need to register your winning tickets. Finally, remember to have fun and be safe.
Laotian immigrant wins millions in Oregon lottery
The winning ticket was purchased by a man named Saephan, who will share half the prize with his wife and give the other half to a friend. He said he and his family plan to invest the money in real estate and start a business. Saephan is a member of the Iu Mien ethnic group, which was forced to flee after helping American forces in the Vietnam War. The group now has a strong presence in the Portland area, including a Buddhist temple, a Baptist church, social organizations and businesses.
Laos Lottery is rigged, sources say
Lottery officials in the communist nation of Laos are rigging the national lottery to avoid large pay-outs, local sources tell RFA’s Lao Service. Drawings held three times a week often show numbers that are either deemed unlucky or not picked by players. For example, the number 509 was shown as 134 on tickets sold throughout the day of an Oct. 14 drawing, but was changed to 509 just an hour before the drawing, a source said.
A government official serving on the committee that oversees the lottery told RFA that the lottery is changing to respond to the accusations of rigging. Among other changes, the ministry is cutting the drawings back to just one per week. “We should not allow private business interests to be responsible for the national lottery,” Vilasack Phommaluck told RFA.
How to play lottery online
Lotteries are government-sponsored games of chance that award prizes based on a random draw of numbers or symbols. They are popular forms of entertainment and raise significant revenue for governments. They are also an important part of many cultures and societies. Lottery tickets can be purchased in person or online and are generally available through retailers, government-licensed re-sellers and some websites.
In the United States, the majority of lotteries are operated by state governments or their territorial entities, while a few are federally run. A small number of lotteries are operated by charitable organizations or educational institutions. Lottery profits are often used to fund education and other public services. In Canada, a portion of lottery proceeds is dedicated to the provinces’ general funds. A few provincial lotteries are operated by private companies. In Australia, the largest lotteries are operated by state-licensed companies, and re-sellers operate with a license from the Australian lottery corporation. These licensed re-sellers include Netlotto Pty Ltd and Jumbo Interactive. In addition, two Australian private-sector companies offer online lotteries in a variety of languages.