Powerball Jackpot Reaches $1.8 Billion Amid Growing Ticket Sales
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The Powerball jackpot has increased to approximately $1.8 billion for Saturday's drawing, making it the second-largest in U.S. history, after no winners in Wednesday's $1.4 billion prize. The cash value is estimated at $826.4 million, with a 1 in 292.2 million chance of winning. The jackpot has been unclaimed for 41 consecutive draws, tying the record for the longest streak.
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