Last Wednesday’s Powerball failed to produce a winner and the new jackpot stays still open going into tonight’s draw, raising stakes for bettors.
Shops are offering tickets in the United Kingdom alongside the U.S., a recently opened market the lottery opened this week, expanding its global reach.
Some American players argue the international push tilts the odds toward other players anyway, which many view as unfair.
Lottery officials project accelerated jackpot increase because more tickets are being sold overnight, and could boost sales further.
Live results for tonight’s numbers will be published on the official Powerball website and local lottery pages after the 11 p.m. ET draw, for those watching online.