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Winning Powerball numbers and prizes for Tuesday October 6

The winning Powerball numbers for Tuesday, October 6 are: 16, 23, 32, 36, 54 . The winning Powerball is: 9 . The next jackpot is an estimated £249 million paid over 30 years. The UK prize is an annuity and the jackpot shown is after tax is calculated at the…

The Independent UK · Oct 4

Winning Powerball numbers and prizes for October 1

The winning main National Lottery Powerball numbers for the latest draw are 04, 06, 23, 33 and 44, with a Powerball of 13. No player matched all five main numbers alongside the Powerball to claim the main jackpot. Two ticket holders matched four main numbers plus the Powerball to win…

The Independent UK · Oct 1

Powerball winning numbers for September 30 revealed - Did anyone win $409 million jackpot on Wednesday night?

The powerball has continued to increase the jackpots every time there is no ticket that matches the six-number combination in a particular drawing. This strategy has resulted in some amazing prizes throughout the years. The largest prize ever to be won in the Powerball is the astounding $2.04 billion in…

The Economic Times · Oct 1

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A Billion-Dollar Lottery Winner Wants to Stay Anonymous — Which States Actually Allow That?

A $2 Powerball ticket purchased in Quincy, Illinois, recently turned into a $1.04 billion jackpot, but the winner apparently wants something money cannot always buy: privacy.

Budget and the Bees · Sep 29

A $1.04 Billion Powerball Winner Finally Came Forward — Here’s What Happens to the Money Now

For nearly a month, someone in Illinois possessed a piece of paper worth more than $1 billion on paper, and the public had no idea...

Saving Advice · Sep 28

Powerball jackpot soars to $389 million for September 28 drawing - How much could Monday night’s winner actually take home?

The Powerball jackpot has reached $389 million for an upcoming drawing, offering substantial payout options. Winners must consider federal and state taxes impacting their final amount. Recent significant wins have been recorded in Illinois, North Carolina, and Arkansas. The lottery continues to attract players with its large jackpots and frequent…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Sept. 26 Powerball Jackpot Jumps to $389M After Yet Another No-Winner Drawing

No ticket matched all six Powerball numbers on Sept. 26, pushing the jackpot to $389 million for Monday's drawing. Here's what changed.

Latin Times · Sep 27

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$1.04 billion Powerball winner remained anonymous for a month before claiming prize in Illinois

In a remarkable turn of events, an unidentified individual has claimed the incredible $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot, having purchased a Quick Pick ticket in Quincy. This momentous win stands as one of the largest jackpots in Illinois history. Prior to claiming the reward, the winner wisely consulted with legal and…

The Times of India · Sep 27

Powerball Website Error Lawsuit: DC man sues over $340m jackpot mix-up; case tests online result liability

John Cheeks experienced a heart-stopping moment when he thought he had won a staggering $340 million Powerball jackpot after viewing the winning numbers online. Unfortunately, the DC Lottery website displayed incorrect numbers due to a technical glitch during quality-assurance testing. In response, Cheeks initiated lawsuits calling for either the massive…

The Times of India · Sep 25

Powerball jackpot jumps to $360 million for September 26 drawing - How much could Saturday night’s winner actually take home?

The Powerball winners need not necessarily pick all the six numbers to win big. The person who picks all the five white balls but does not pick the red ball gets a prize of one million dollars before taxes. There is another option known as Power Play, which multiplies most…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Powerball jackpot numbers for September 23 revealed - Check who won the $332 million top prize on Wednesday night?

The Powerball Jackpot has climbed to $332 million for the September 23, Wednesday drawing following the failure of any player to match all the five white balls along with the red Powerball number in the last draw. Jackpots grow each time a drawing ends without a ticket matching all six…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

Powerball jackpot soars to $332 million for September 23 drawing - Here's what Wednesday night's winner could take home

The Powerball jackpot stands at an estimated $332 million for the upcoming drawing on Wednesday night. Winners have the option for an annuity paid over 30 years or a one-time lump sum payment. Previous Powerball drawings have resulted in record jackpots, including a $1.04 billion prize in August 2026. Taxes…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Kentucky Powerball winner arrested for fifth time after Walmart car park incident

James Farthing, a Kentucky man who won a $167.3 million Powerball jackpot in April 2025, has been arrested for the fifth time since claiming the prize. The latest arrest took place on September 20, 2026, after deputies reportedly found him asleep inside a running Ford Mustang in a Walmart car…

The Times of India · Sep 22

Kentucky man who took home $167 million lottery jackpot is arrested again

James Farthing, 51, was arrested after police found him intoxicated and asleep in running car in a Walmart parking lot

The Independent UK · Sep 21

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The Economic Times · Sep 21

Powerball jackpot climbs to $313 million for September 21 drawing - Here's what Monday night's winner could take home

The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $313 million for Monday's drawing. Winning the jackpot requires matching all six numbers, a rare occurrence. Past record jackpots in 2026 and 2025 highlight the game's potential. Players can win substantial amounts by matching fewer numbers or using Power Play. Tickets are available…

Latin Times · Sep 20

Powerball Jackpot Rockets to $313 Million After No Sept. 19 Winner — Did You Check Your Numbers?

Powerball's jackpot hits $313 million for Monday's drawing after no winner Saturday. See the numbers, cash value and odds.

The Independent UK · Sep 18

Powerball winner reveals moment $2 ticket turned into $1 billion fortune

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The Independent UK · Sep 18

Powerball player wins $1 billion from $2 ticket with historic jackpot prize

‘I initially didn’t believe I had won, so I called a family member to confirm it,’ the winner says

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The Economic Times · Sep 18

Powerball jackpot touches nearly $300-million mark for September 19 drawing - Here's what Saturday night's winner could take home

The Powerball jackpot has surged to an impressive $298 million for the upcoming drawing on Saturday. After no tickets matched the winning numbers in Wednesday's draw, the prize continued to grow, reminiscent of past record-breaking jackpots seen in Illinois and North Carolina. Players are reminded they can select between annuity…

The Economic Times · Sep 15

Powerball winning numbers for September 14 revealed - Check who won the $251 million jackpot on Monday night?

The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $251 million for the September 14 drawing. Winning numbers for this drawing were 19-20-57-61-67 and the Powerball was 22. The odds of winning the jackpot remain extremely difficult at 1 in 292.2 million. A ticket sold in Illinois won a massive $1.04 billion…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Powerball jackpot soars to $251 million for September 14 drawing - Here's what Monday night's winner could take home

Excitement builds as the Powerball jackpot reaches an estimated $251 million ahead of Monday night's drawing. Winners can select between a staggering 30-year annuity plan or a substantial cash payout of $106.6 million. Keep in mind that taxes will play a role in the amount received. Previous enormous jackpots have…

Latin Times · Sep 13

No Winner, Again: What Saturday, Sept. 12's Powerball Numbers Mean for Monday's $251 Million Prize

Powerball's Sept. 12 jackpot was corrected to $235.8M after a reporting gap. See the real numbers, the true drought length, and what comes next.

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Powerball jackpot climbs to $232 million for September 12 drawing - Here's what Saturday night's winner could take home

The anticipation mounts for the Saturday drawing as the Powerball jackpot reaches an impressive estimated $232 million. After Wednesday's drawing ended without a winning ticket, the prize ballooned. Contestants can opt for either a lump sum of $100 million before taxes or an annuity. The rarity of winning, with odds…

The Economic Times · Sep 10

Powerball jackpot numbers for September 9 revealed - Check who won the $207 million top prize on Wednesday night?

Get ready for an exciting Wednesday as the Powerball jackpot reaches an impressive $207 million! To win, participants need to align all five white balls and the red Powerball. Just a month ago, an Illinois ticket celebrated an incredible $1.04 billion win on August 12. Powerball is accessible in 45…

Latin Times · Sep 6

One Number Away in Saturday's Sept. 5 Powerball Jackpot Drawing: Inside the Odessa Ticket That Won $1 Million

No winner in Powerball's Sept. 5 drawing, but a Texas ticket claimed $1M. See every number and what Monday's $190M jackpot means.

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