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The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EuroMillions results and numbers: National Lottery draw tonight, June 27
THE draw for tonight's National Lottery EuroMillions (June 27, 2025) has taken place, with life-changing cash prizes at stake. Check the results to see if you have just won a fortune and bagged enough to start that jet-set lifestyle you always dreamed of. Advertisement 2 Have you got the winning EuroMillions ticket? Every EuroMillions ticket also bags you an automatic entry into the UK Millionaire Maker, which guarantees at least one player will pocket £1million in every draw. You can find out if you're a winner by checking your ticket against tonight's numbers below. Tonight's National Lottery EuroMillions winning numbers are: 19, 27, 36, 45, 49 and the Lucky Stars are: 07 , 10. The UK Millionaire Maker Selection winners are: XSFF39672 Advertisement READ MORE EUROMILLIONS Tonight's National Lottery Thunderball winning numbers are: 10, 14, 15, 23, 33 and the Thunderball is 04 . TOP 5 BIGGEST LOTTERY WINS IN THE WORLD £1.308 billion (Powerball) on January 13 2016 in the US, for which three winning tickets were sold, remains history's biggest lottery prize £1.267 billion (Mega Million) a winner from South Carolina took their time to come forward to claim their prize in March 2019 not long before the April deadline £633.76 million (Powerball draw) from a winner from Wisconsin £625.76 million (Powerball) Mavis L. Wanczyk of Chicopee, Massachusetts claimed the jackpot in August 2017 £575.53 million (Powerball) A lucky pair of winners scooped the jackpot in Iowa and New York in October 2018 The first EuroMillions draw took place on February 7, 2004, by three organisations: France's Française des Jeux, Loterías y Apuestas del Estado in Spain and the Camelot in the UK. One of the UK's biggest prizes was up for grabs on December, 4, 2020 with a whopping £175million EuroMillions jackpot, which would make a winner richer than Adele. Advertisement Another Most read in The Sun Colin and Chris Weir, from Largs in Scotland, netted a huge £161,653,000 in the July 12, 2011. Adrian and Gillian Bayford, from Haverhill, Suffolk, picked up £148,656,000 after they played the draw on August, 10, 2012, while The odds of winning any EuroMillions prize are 1 in 13. Advertisement Could tonight's jackpot of £XXmillion see you handing in your notice and swapping the daily commute for slurping champagne on a super yacht or lying back on a private beach in the Bahamas? 2 EuroMillions tickets come with an automatic entry into the UK Million Maker too
Associated Press
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
A Vision of Compassionate Leadership: 'I Dream of Kamelot' Reimagines What True Leadership Looks Like
A Powerful Literary Tribute to Madame Vice President Kamala Harris Portrays Her as a Beacon of Compassionate Leadership in 'I Dream of Kamelot'. Available now on Barnes & Noble, Amazon, and Kindle Author Julius Walker unveils a bold and timely literary work, I Dream of Kamelot, a thought-provoking homage to Madame Vice President Kamala Harris, portraying her not just as a political leader, but as a symbol of a new era - a figure of hope, compassion, and justice. Now available in hardcover, paperback, and eBook formats on Barnes & Noble and Amazon/Kindle, I Dream of Kamelot stands at the intersection of political reflection and poetic aspiration. The book introduces readers to the concept of 'Kamelot' - a play on 'Camelot' - symbolizing a utopia led by empathy, fairness, and humanity. In this vision, Kamala Harris emerges not just as the first woman and woman of color to serve as Vice President, but as a transformative force: a Leader of Love, Compassion, and Understanding. The book draws a sharp contrast between Harris and her political opposition, most notably former President Donald J. Trump. Where the latter is depicted as divisive, Walker presents Harris as the embodiment of the Blue Wave - progressive, inclusive, and deeply committed to the ideals enshrined in the American Constitution: liberty, equality, and justice for all. 'In a world riddled with darkness, Kamala Harris shines like a bright star on a very dark night,' says Walker. 'She represents a beacon of hope not only for America, but for humanity at large.' I Dream of Kamelot explores themes that transcend politics: human dignity, moral leadership, and the enduring power of empathy in governance. Rooted in the historical narrative of American idealism, the book aligns itself with pivotal moments in U.S. history - echoing the 18th-century values of the American Revolution, yet reimagining them for the 21st-century reader. By drawing on Harris's personal and political journey, the book articulates a deep yearning for a new type of leader - one who leads not by fear or force, but by courage, integrity, and heart. With lyrical prose and persuasive insight, Julius Walker positions Kamala Harris as a cultural and political figurehead for a generation that longs for unity and purpose. Whether you're a student of United States history, a political enthusiast, or someone searching for hope in turbulent times, I Dream of Kamelot promises to inspire. For more information, please visit Instagram: Youtube: The Leap: Twitter: Shopify: TikTok: Title: I Dream of Kamelot Author: Julius Walker Available Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook Where to Buy: Barnes & Noble, Amazon, Kindle Media Contact Company Name: . Contact Person: Julius Walker Email: Send Email Phone: 818-470-2660 Address:9800 Topanga Canyon Blvd D238 City: Chatsworth State: California Country: United States Website: Source: Xpress Newswire
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EuroMillions results and numbers: National Lottery draw tonight, June 24
THE draw for tonight's National Lottery EuroMillions (June 24, 2025) has taken place, with life-changing cash prizes at stake. Check the results to see if you have just won a fortune and bagged enough to start that jet-set lifestyle you always dreamed of. 2 Have you got the winning EuroMillions ticket? Every EuroMillions ticket also bags you an automatic entry into the UK Millionaire Maker, which guarantees at least one player will pocket £1million in every draw. You can find out if you're a winner by checking your ticket against tonight's numbers below. Tonight's National Lottery EuroMillions winning numbers are: 07, 16, 21, 23, 39 and the Lucky Stars are: 07, 11. The UK Millionaire Maker Selection winner is: MQDD67764 . READ MORE EUROMILLIONS Tonight's National Lottery Thunderball winning numbers are: 10, 13, 17, 18, 31 and the Thunderball is 01 . TOP 5 BIGGEST LOTTERY WINS IN THE WORLD £1.308 billion (Powerball) on January 13 2016 in the US, for which three winning tickets were sold, remains history's biggest lottery prize £1.267 billion (Mega Million) a winner from South Carolina took their time to come forward to claim their prize in March 2019 not long before the April deadline £633.76 million (Powerball draw) from a winner from Wisconsin £625.76 million (Powerball) Mavis L. Wanczyk of Chicopee, Massachusetts claimed the jackpot in August 2017 £575.53 million (Powerball) A lucky pair of winners scooped the jackpot in Iowa and New York in October 2018 The first EuroMillions draw took place on February 7, 2004, by three organisations: France's Française des Jeux, Loterías y Apuestas del Estado in Spain and the Camelot in the UK. One of the UK's biggest prizes was up for grabs on December, 4, 2020 with a whopping £175million EuroMillions jackpot, which would make a winner richer than Adele. Another Most read in The Sun Colin and Chris Weir, from Largs in Scotland, netted a huge £161,653,000 in the July 12, 2011. Adrian and Gillian Bayford, from Haverhill, Suffolk, picked up £148,656,000 after they played the draw on August, 10, 2012, while The odds of winning any EuroMillions prize are 1 in 13. Could tonight's jackpot of £22million see you handing in your notice and swapping the daily commute for slurping champagne on a super yacht or lying back on a private beach in the Bahamas? 2 EuroMillions tickets come with an automatic entry into the UK Million Maker too
New York Post
4 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
I thought I hit it big with $68K jackpot — but a lottery fluke made my winnings just $8
He thought he'd hit the jackpot, but it turns out he didn't hit jack squat. Dean Smethurst went from rags to riches, then right back to rags again after mistakenly believing he had won over $68,000 (£50 000) via the UK National Lottery — operated by Camelot Group. 'I thought, 'This is it. It's for real. My numbers have come up,' Smethurst, 32, a supermarket manager, told SWNS, claiming he even 'cracked open the bubbly' in celebration of what he assumed was a major pay day. 5 Dean Smethurst mistakenly believed he'd won $68,000 by hitting the UK National Lottery. SWNS But those sweet sips of champagne quickly turned to gulps of sour grapes once he was updated with the heartbreaking reality that he'd only won a measly $8.16 (£6) in prizes. The Brit purchased a lottery ticket on Saturday, May 4, and went to Tesco, a local grocery store where he'd previously worked, to check his numbers the following Wednesday, May 8. 'I spoke to the checkout girl and gave her the serial number of the ticket,' the millennial recalled. 'She inputted it and said, 'Well done, you've won…three lucky dips,'' he said, referring to three separate sets of randomly generated lottery numbers. 5 The grocery store manager was overcome with excitement after wrongfully assuming that the winning lottery ticket he'd purchased at a Tesco store had earned him at least $68,000. William – 'I asked her if she was sure, and then I asked to speak to a manager,' continued Smethurst, who received a resounding round of applause from Tesco staffers in earshot. 'The receipt said I'd won a prize, that the store would not be able to pay it out, and that I should contact Camelot immediately,' he said. Unfortunately, the company's phone lines had already closed for the evening. So, the hapless hopeful rushed to Camelot's site and learned he had potentially won at least $68,000. It was the working-class workhorse's dream come true — but he didn't realize a rude awakening was on the horizon. 'I didn't sleep [that night] because I was so excited,' remembered Smethurst, who's currently renovating his $135,000 abode. 'My house is like a building site at the moment, so that was the first thing that I decided to spend my winnings on.' 5 Smethurst planned to allocate a portion of his newfound riches towards home renovations and to spend another lump sum on an exotic escape with his loved ones. SWNS 'Then I decided to treat the family to a luxury holiday to Barbados,' the poor thing confessed, adding that he'd immediately bragged about the massive windfall to his friends and relatives. However, amid all the mini mogul's glee, he never stopped to check the lottery ticket numbers himself. At 8:00 a.m. the following day, May 9, a buzzing Smethurst called Camelot, expecting a congratulatory salute. Instead, he got what felt like a boot to the butt. Officials with the organization informed Smethurst that he'd checked his Saturday (May 4) ticket on Wednesday (May 8) during a 'draw break' — a period of time when lottery ticket sales for a specific game are temporarily suspended while the draw for that game is taking place. During a break, lottery tickets can neither be purchased nor validated (checked for winnings). Due to his ill-fated timing on Wednesday night, Smethurst's ticket, which did earn him just over $8, prompted the receipt indicating that he had won and would need to contact Camelot for the payout. 5 Hoping to hear he'd won over $68k, Smethurst was stunned to find out his lottery ticket was only worth a sad $8.16. lenscap50 – The wannabe bigwig wrongfully assumed that the receipt's message automatically meant he'd hit it big. 'When I had purchased the ticket, I had bought one for both the Saturday and Wednesday draws,' Smethurst explained. 'As the Wednesday draw was in the process of taking place, it looks like this was an automated message instead, which would have been given for any win.' 'I was absolutely gutted,' said the dejected dude, who, rather than jet-setting off on a tropical vacation, is reluctantly headed 'back to the drawing board now.' A Camelot representative further expounded on Smethurst's mix-up, saying, 'In this instance, the player attempted to claim a prize during a 'draw break,' when National Lottery sales are suspended while a draw takes place.' 'The prize couldn't be paid out at that time because the ticket was still entered into a 'live' draw,' said the spokesperson, 'So a validation slip was printed instead.' 'To clarify, this generic slip is used for a number of scenarios — it's not exclusively used for high-tier prizes.' 5 An insider with Camelot explained Smethurst's unfortunate misfortune. lenscap50 – The unlucky lump did, however, catch a break that fateful Thursday. It was his day off from work, which meant he didn't have to endure any ribbing from his colleagues — not right away, at least. 'I just watched television and my mum made me some comfort food,' said a crestfallen Smethurst, 'which wasn't much comfort.' The gloomy guy's melancholy notwithstanding, his not-so-profitable victory may have been a blessing in disguise. Jay Sommers became the youngest winner of the Michigan state lottery back in 1988, pocketing an impressive $5 million at age 20. But he blew it all on NASCAR racing and is now a penniless mechanic. Alyssa Mosley, a lottery winner based in the Big Apple, too, recently told The Post that the money didn't automatically improve her life. 'Having it all is not the key to peace and happiness,' she warned. 'I do spend a lot of time alone,' added Mosely, admitting that ne'er-do-wells often attempt to manipulate her in hopes of getting their hands on her loot. 'I'm not in a place where I need companionship so badly that I would ignore a red flag and be taken advantage of.'
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
My £50,000 lottery jackpot turned out to be a measly £6 after humiliating mistake – phone call left my dreams in tatters
A LOTTO winner's plans were dashed when he received a heartbreaking phone call. Supermarket worker Dean Smethurst had already begun celebrating his good fortune when he was informed that he had not actually won the £50,000 jackpot. 2 Dean Smethurst planned to jet off to Barbados when he thought he had won the jackpot Credit: SWNS:South West News Service The then 32-year-old believed he had landed the jackpot and couldn't sleep waiting to claim the win. Back in 2023, Dean purchased a lotto ticket from a Tesco in Farnworth, Lancashire. When he scanned it, a message popped up on the till saying he had won. However, Dean was informed the winnings were too large to be paid out upfront. After checking the National Lottery's terms and conditions, he discovered that the till's message usually displayed when punters had won upwards of £50,000. "I'd gone in to do a bit of shopping and I thought I'd check to see how I'd gone on in the previous Saturday's draw," Dean recalled. "The receipt said I'd won a prize the store would not be able to pay out and that I should contact Camelot immediately." Staff at the Tesco location even applauded him, believing the win to be big. "I didn't sleep because I was so excited," Dean continued. "My house is like a building site at the moment so that was the first thing that I decided to spend my winnings on. Exact location of winning €250 million ticket revealed "Then I decided to treat the family to a luxury holiday to Barbados.' But it turns out, his winnings weren't quite as high as he had anticipated. Dean had attempted to claim a prize during a "draw break", when National Lottery sales are suspended while a draw takes place. His winnings couldn't be paid out at that time because the ticket was still entered into a "live" draw, resulting in a validation slip being printed instead. This slip is used for a number of scenarios, not exclusively for high-tier prizes. Top 10 most popular requests from National Lottery winners AMANDA Herrera runs a specialist concierge service The Fixer which helps National Lottery millionaires and high net worth individuals splash their cash. Here are Amanda's top requests from her high-profile clients.. VIP tickets to see their favourite football team around the world Splashing out on a family world cruise Hiring a private jet to transport family and even pets abroad Treating the family to a Christmas trip to Lapland Purchasing designer handbags Investing in designer watches Securing concert/gig box tickets and VIP meet and greet with their favourite music bands Flying business class Planning a luxurious family party Buying a box at their favourite football club Dean's lottery winnings actually added up to just £6, not £50,000. "I never thought to check my numbers, I didn't think a company as large as Camelot could have got it wrong, I didn't understand," he said. "When I had purchased the ticket I had bought one for both the Saturday and Wednesday draw. "As the Wednesday draw was in the process of taking place, it looks like this was an automated message instead which would have been given for any win." After realising his mistake, Dean said he felt "absolutely gutted" and said he was going "back to the drawing board". "I just watched television and my mum made me some comfort food, which wasn't much comfort," he recalled. Camelot has since been taken over by Allwyn as the National Lottery operator. And as of 2025, Allwyn says: "We make draw results available via numerous sources, including the National Lottery website, official National Lottery apps, the BBC Red Button, etc. "So, players can quickly and easily check their numbers using one of the many ways available to them." One woman used her Lotto winnings to take her family on a trip to a surprising location. Another Lotto winner quit his job after scooping up a £4 million jackpot. Meanwhile, a man shared the touching way he planned to spend his £11.5 million prize winnings.
