Mega Millions lottery jackpot climbs to $1.6 billion - the largest in US history

A lucky American could walk away with a record-breaking $1.6 billion (£1.2 billion) in prize money during Tuesday night's Mega Millions draw, spreading lottery fever across the US. It comes after the latest round of the country's lottery draw on Friday night failed to produce a winner. The total amount has now swelled to an estimated $1.6 billion jackpot for the latest draw, which costs $2 to play. Should Tuesday produce a winner, it will be the largest prize in US history -