Powerball Jackpot Soars to $364 Million: Capitalism, Amirite?

Oh, look! Another Powerball jackpot skyrocketing to an estimated $364 million because, surprise surprise, no one won the top prize on Wednesday. Shocker. 🙄

If some lucky capitalist wins the $364 million jackpot on Saturday, they'll rake in about $175.2 million after taxes. Must be nice to have that kind of cash while the rest of us are out here trying to make rent. 💰

Back in August, a California player won a $44.3 million jackpot, and the week before that, a Pennsylvania player snagged $213.8 million. Good for them, I guess. 🌟

The winning numbers will be drawn around 11 p.m. ET on Saturday. You can check the results here if you're into that sort of thing.

Powerball Winning Numbers for 10/12/2024

The winning numbers will appear here once they're released, because we all know you're dying to see if you've won the lottery. 🙈

Winning lottery numbers are sponsored by Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY network. Because nothing says "fair and balanced" like a corporate-sponsored lottery. 🤑

Did Anyone Win the Powerball?

Hang onto those tickets, folks. Once the results are out, all the winners will be posted here. Don't hold your breath, though. 😜

For the full list of previous winners, check out the lottery's website. It's like a who's who of the 1%. 🌟

How to Play the Powerball

To get in on this capitalist dream, head to your local convenience store, gas station, or grocery store—and in some states, you can even buy tickets online. Fancy that. 🛒

Pick six numbers: five white balls (1-69) and one red Powerball (1-26). If you're feeling extra lucky, shell out another dollar for the "Power Play" to inflate your non-jackpot winnings. Because why win big when you can win BIGGER? 🎟️

Drawings are held on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights. If no one wins, the jackpot grows even bigger. Because why not? 💸

Where to Buy Tickets

Tickets can be purchased in person at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores. Some airport terminals might also sell them, because heaven forbid you miss out on your chance to become a millionaire while traveling. ✈️

You can also order tickets online through Jackpocket, because who needs to leave the house when you can gamble from your couch? Available in these U.S. states and territories: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Texas, Washington D.C., and West Virginia.

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