Mega Millions nears record, but the dream is becoming less affordable
Briefly

The Mega Millions lottery, originally launched with a ticket cost of just $1, has dramatically increased in price amidst rising inflation, now costing $5, reflecting a 285% hike since 2002.
With the odds of winning remaining low despite changes, lottery officials aim to create larger jackpots, anticipating that the price increase will lead people to bet even more, irrespective of affordability.
Read at Axios
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