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Star Citizen has crossed the $1 billion mark in gamer crowdfunding, reaching about $1.005B thanks to recent ship sales at DefenseCon, including the Odin battlecruiser (concept-only but valued at ~$6K), as development remains in a long-running alpha with ongoing debate over funding priorities.
The Powerball jackpot for Christmas Eve is estimated at $1.7 billion, making it the fourth largest in U.S. lottery history, after no winners in the previous draw and a record-breaking jackpot of $1.6 billion. The game has seen back-to-back jackpots exceeding $1 billion for only the second time, with the last jackpot won in September 2025. The odds of winning are 1 in 292.2 million, and the jackpot can be claimed as a lump sum or annuity.
The winning numbers for the estimated $1.5 billion Powerball jackpot are 4, 5, 28, 52, 69 with a Powerball of 20, making it the fifth-largest jackpot in Powerball history, with no immediate winner reported.
The Powerball jackpot has risen to an estimated $1.25 billion after no winners in the last drawing, making it the second-largest jackpot of 2025 and the sixth highest in history, with the winning numbers 25, 33, 53, 62, 66, and Powerball 17.
Powerball's jackpot has increased to an estimated $1.25 billion after no winners in the previous draw, making it the sixth-largest in history and the second-largest this year, with a 1 in 292.2 million chance of winning.
The winning numbers for the $1.14 billion Powerball jackpot were drawn, but it is unclear if there are any winners. The jackpot is the sixth-largest in Powerball history, with the option for winners to take a lump sum of approximately $503.4 million or an annuity. Several smaller prizes were claimed, and the odds of winning the jackpot are extremely low due to game changes made in 2015.
Taylor Sheridan, creator of Yellowstone, signed a groundbreaking over $1 billion deal with NBCUniversal for TV and movies, starting in 2026 and 2028 respectively, after persuading NBCU chairman Donna Langley to win him over from Paramount, where he had built his empire.
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected Alex Jones' appeal against a $1.4 billion defamation judgment related to his false claims about the Sandy Hook shooting, leaving the hefty damages in place and highlighting ongoing legal and financial struggles for Jones.
Pacific Fusion has selected Albuquerque as the site for a $1 billion nuclear fusion facility, marking a significant investment in advanced energy technology.
The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $1.8 billion, with winning numbers 11, 23, 44, 61, 62 and Powerball 17. The cash value is approximately $826.4 million, and it is the second-largest jackpot in Powerball history. No recent winners have claimed the jackpot, which has rolled over after no tickets matched the previous $1.4 billion prize. Drawings occur three times a week, and players are encouraged to play responsibly.
The Powerball jackpot has increased to an estimated $1.80 billion, making it the second-largest in U.S. history, with the next drawing scheduled for Saturday night. Players have a chance to win either the jackpot or a cash option of approximately $826 million, with the game supporting community causes through ticket sales.
The winning numbers for the estimated $1.4 billion Powerball jackpot have been announced, with no immediate winner reported. The jackpot is the fourth-largest in Powerball history, with a cash value of approximately $634.3 million. The game continues to attract players as the jackpot grows, and the odds of winning remain 1 in 292.2 million.
The Powerball jackpot has increased to an estimated $1 billion for the upcoming Saturday night drawing, making it the sixth time in 33 years that the game has reached this milestone, with a cash value of $453.1 million, and the drawing will be broadcast live from Florida.
Disney's live-action 'Lilo & Stitch' became the first Hollywood movie of 2025 to gross over $1 billion worldwide, driven by strong domestic and international performance, and continues to boost merchandise sales and streaming viewership, with a sequel already in development.
Hailey Bieber's brand Rhode was sold to E.l.f. Beauty for $1 billion, marking a significant business deal.