Takes the Jackpot, Big Time: One Winner Takes Home $847 Million in the U.S.

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A single ticket sold in New Jersey won the top prize in the Powerball drawing. According to Israel Hayom and Ice, the prize went unclaimed for 35 consecutive drawings. According to Channel 14, the prize had not been drawn for two months.

The winner can choose between receiving the prize in installments and a one-time sum, according to Ice. According to Channel 14, the one-time sum stands at $363 million, and a significant part of the money will be transferred to the tax authorities. According to Israel Hayom, the previous winner in the country, from Illinois, chose to take $450.5 million in cash.