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Ready to try your luck? Your odds of winning any Mega Millions prize aren’t bad – 1 in 24 – but your odds at the grand prize are much slimmer – 1 in 302,575,350. (Game officials have said ...

Lump sum payout or annuity? Mega Millions winners have the option of choosing a cash payout or an annuity option for their winnings. Prize claim rules are different depending on the state.

(NEXSTAR) – Christmas Day could become even more magical for someone, if they’re able to match all six winning numbers for a record-setting Mega Millions jackpot. Without a winner in Friday’s drawing, ...