Lottery news
Lottery news
Rule changes, jackpot runs, operator contracts and the regulation that decides where you can buy an entry. Jackpot stories give the odds where we have them: a large jackpot does not make a line more likely to win.
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Bonus BallLottery Jackpot Rolls Over to £7.3M After No Winners
No jackpot winner in Saturday's draw! The Lotto jackpot rolls over to £7.3 million. Plus, HotPicks & Thunderball results. Don't miss your chance!
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Mega Millions ResultsRecord Jackpots and New Rules Shake Up Lottery World
Discover the latest lottery news! Historic EuroMillions jackpots, Mega Millions winner anonymity, & online lottery innovations. Stay updated now!
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PowerballPowerball Jackpot Hits $353M: St. Patrick's Day Luck?
Powerball's Wednesday draw offers a $353 million jackpot. Learn about claiming periods, odds, and recent lottery history in this comprehensive update.
Which law governs lottery news in Ireland
Irish lottery law is set by the National Lottery Act 2013. The archive reports changes to that framework as they happen. Readers who want the national draw itself can start with the Irish Lottery guide before following the stories.
How lottery winnings are taxed in Ireland
Tax stories on this archive concern prizes paid to Irish players. Irish lottery winnings are not chargeable gains under section 613(2) of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997. Our guide to tax on lottery winnings explains the rule in full.
What jackpot stories mean for your odds
Jackpot stories report the size of a prize and the length of a run. A bigger jackpot does not change the chance of matching the numbers. The lotto winning odds guide shows how those chances are worked out.
Spotting scams in lottery news
Operator and prize stories attract fake claims. A real prize never asks you to pay a fee first. Our page on lottery scams lists the warning signs. Players must be 18 or over to gamble online in Ireland.