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British builder cements future with lotto win
A self-employed builder now has the firm foundations for a successful future, after banking a £3m share of last Saturday's Lotto Double Rollover jackpot.
World gambling revenue to reach $155bn by 2012
Global gambling revenue will exceed $150bn annually by 2012, a PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP report suggests.
'Surprise' over gambling figures
The internet and other new forms of gambling have not led to an increase in people having a bet in the UK, a report has found.
Lottery luck for Plymouth bride and groom
A recently-married Plymouth couple are now looking forward to a lifetime of happiness without a single financial 'hitch' - after winning a £1.75m share of the National Lottery jackpot on Saturday 10 May.
British chef cooks up a lotto win
A British chef is now at the top table enjoying a whopping £2,6m serving of the jackpot - after he matched all six numbers in last Saturday's lottery draw.
Dying man wins bet to stay alive
A terminally-ill man in Britain has collected a whopping £5,000 after betting he would stay alive.
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Lifetime bet wins UK punter £1,000
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