Lottery Fever Spreads as Powerball and Mega Millions Jackpots Skyrocket

The Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots have reached some of their highest amounts ever, attracting more participants hoping to win big. The Mega Millions jackpot for Friday's drawing is $560 million, while the Powerball jackpot has soared to an estimated $875 million. Concerns have been raised about the lottery's abysmal odds and its regressive impact on the poor. Despite the slim chances of winning, people continue to buy tickets, driven by the hope of fulfilling their dreams.