Lotteries are a form of gambling wherein people can win a prize based on the outcome of a draw. They are very popular all over the world, and are often used to fund public projects or other charitable initiatives. Many of these lotteries are run by state or provincial governments, though some are operated independently by private businesses. The prizes may range from cash to goods and services. In some cases, lottery prizes are taxable, while others are not.
The lottery is a form of legalized gambling in Canada. It was first introduced in Quebec, and then spread to other provinces. Initially, the lottery was seen as a way to raise funds for various government services, such as education, roads and hospitals. It was also seen as a way to relieve the burden of taxes on ordinary citizens. However, in the 1970s, the lottery became a source of controversy because of its growing size and influence over the Canadian economy.
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — A Lao immigrant wore a broad smile and a blue sash emblazoned with the words “Iu Mien USA” as he hoisted an oversized check for $1.3 billion after winning the Powerball lottery in Oregon this month. The 46-year-old Saephan will split the prize with his wife, 37-year-old Duanpen. He will also buy a new car and take his family on vacations. He also plans to help his friends and neighbors in the Portland area, where he has deep roots. Saephan was born in Laos, grew up in Thailand and assisted American forces during the Vietnam War. He moved to the United States in 1994.
In the communist nation of Laos, where the lottery is operated by business interests with close ties to the country’s ruling elite, lottery officials are accused of rigging the system in order to avoid large pay-outs. Drawings of the national lottery often show numbers that disappear from purchased tickets, or a series of numbers that are considered unlucky and unlikely to be chosen. A caller to RFA’s Lao service told the news agency that private business interests should not be responsible for the national lottery.
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