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How do lotteries work?
Lotteries like EuroMillions are a form of gambling where people buy tickets for a chance to win a prize, usually money. A small portion of each ticket sale goes into the prize fund, with the rest often supporting good causes or government revenue. The more tickets sold, the bigger the potential jackpot, as seen with the rollover in this story.
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