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It's time to get lucky on International Lottery Day on Aug. 27! This special day celebrates the long history of lotteries, which have been around since ancient times. It was a popular form of entertainment and gambling among the wealthy and was used to raise funds for public works projects. Today, lotteries are still popular all over the world – they offer a chance at winning big prizes with just one ticket! So join in on this fun day by playing your favorite lottery game or trying out a new one. Who knows...you might just be the lucky winner!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1567</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>English State Lottery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Queen Elizabeth I authorized the first English state lottery to raise money for naval resources and constructions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1744</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Italian Lottery Beginnings</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Italian city-states played a form of lottery called "Lo Giuoco del Lotto D'Italia" which has been played every week since.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>American Lotteries</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1800s, lotteries were widespread in America, helping to fund roads, libraries, and universities.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1934</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Modern Lottery</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first modern government-run lottery was organised in Puerto Rico.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1988</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Multi-State Lottery Association</div><div class='timeline-text'>The U.S. formed the Multi-State Lottery Association to oversee operations for games involving multiple states.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1994</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Lottery of the UK</div><div class='timeline-text'>The National Lottery was established in the United Kingdom, allowing players across the country to participate in a single lottery game.</div></div></div
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Play the Lottery</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>It's International Lottery Day, and what better way to celebrate than to buy a ticket and try your luck? Go to your local store and get your ticket. Who knows, you might be a big winner!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a Lottery Party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather your friends, family, or coworkers and have a lottery party. Purchase tickets for everyone and share in the excitement as you watch the drawing with your friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Lottery Pool</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Start a lottery pool with your friends, family, or coworkers. Pooling your money allows you to purchase more tickets and increases your chances of winning.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a Lottery Event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search for local lottery events that are happening in honor of International Lottery Day. Many of these events will need volunteers to help out. Volunteering can be a great way to make a difference in your community.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a Lottery Scavenger Hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a fun scavenger hunt for yourself or your family that involves lottery tickets. Hide clues around the house or even in public places (with permission of course) and have the winner receive a lottery ticket as their prize.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Lotteries are exciting</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nothing is quite as thrilling as the prospect of winning a lottery jackpot. Whether you take part in the traditional style or buy online tickets, every time you make a purchase, you're not just purchasing chance but also a lifetime experience!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Lotteries support good causes</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Many lotteries around the world help to support charities and other good causes. For instance, the proceeds from International Lottery Day can be used to provide accessibility funds for disabled people and provide educational opportunities for youth in need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Lotteries create millionaires</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>It's true - playing the lottery can make you a millionaire almost overnight! Every week, thousands of people become new millionaires thanks to their lucky ticket number or that one last ball they added to their combination. For some players it’s life changing!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The largest lottery windfall in history totaled $1.586 billion</h3><p class='facts-content'>This powerball jackpot was won on January 13, 2016, and split between three winning tickets in California, Florida, and Tennessee.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>A Spanish Christmas lottery, El Gordo, is the world's biggest in terms of total prize money</h3><p class='facts-content'>Dating back to 1812, El Gordo (The Fat One) often amounts to over 2 billion Euros, allowing lots of participants to win.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>In Ancient Rome, lottery tickets were used as party favors</h3><p class='facts-content'>During his dinner parties, Emperor Augustus would distribute tickets that granted everything from trinkets to ships and slaves.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Online lottery play is becoming increasingly popular</h3><p class='facts-content'>An increasing number of players are buying their lottery tickets online for added convenience, accessibility, and security.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Some lotteries offer additional gameplay beyond the draw</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many lotteries offer additional games for extra cost, such as instant win games and raffles, providing more ways to win and enhancing the excitement.</p></div></div>
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