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The Mega Millions lottery jackpot for Saturday, December 12, 2025, is estimated at $70 million (cash option of $32 million). This comes after a $90 million win in New Jersey on December 2nd. Powerball’s jackpot is even bigger, standing at $1 billion. The article provides the winning Mega Millions numbers for Friday, December 12, 2025: 10-50-55-58-59 and Megaball 5. It also explains the rules of the game, including ticket cost, how to play, where to buy tickets in person and online (through Jackpocket in select states), and the odds of winning. The article details prize payouts, and the states where you can play. It also informs readers about the annuity vs. cash payout options, the option for anonymity in some states, and resources for gambling problems.

News Article:

Lottery Fever Grips Nation: Mega Millions at $70 Million, Powerball Soars to $1 Billion

[City, State] – Lottery players across the nation are dreaming big as the Mega Millions jackpot climbs to an estimated $70 million for Saturday, December 12th. The cash option for this prize is $32 million. This follows a recent $90 million Mega Millions win in New Jersey earlier this month.

But the real excitement is brewing around the Powerball, which has reached a staggering $1 billion, with a cash option of $461.3 million for Saturday’s drawing.

For those still hoping to score with Mega Millions, the winning numbers for Friday, December 12, 2025, were: 10 – 50 – 55 – 58 – 59 and Megaball 5. Drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday.

Tickets for Mega Millions cost $5, and players can choose five numbers between 1 and 70, and one Mega Ball number between 1 and 24, or opt for a “Quick Pick” for randomly generated numbers. You do not need to be a US citizen to play.

Tickets can be purchased at gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Online purchases are also available through Jackpocket, the official digital lottery courier of the USA TODAY Network, in selected states.

Players should be aware of the deadline for purchasing tickets, which varies by state.

While the allure of a massive jackpot is strong, players are reminded that the odds of winning the Mega Millions jackpot are a long shot: 290,472,336-to-1. Lottery winners have the choice between an annuity paid out over 30 years or a lump-sum cash payment. Some states, like New Jersey, allow lottery winners to remain anonymous.

For those struggling with problem gambling, resources are available by calling 1-800-GAMBLER or visiting http://www.800gambler.org.

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