Winning the lottery seems part of everyone's daydream. But many winners say it actually becomes a nightmare. Why does it all go wrong? Here are some of the most spectacular flameouts we've come across. See more »

Ever wonder how to calculate your chances of winning all that money? Does it seem strange that a $10 million jackpot turns into a $2.5 million payout? Get the lowdown on the lotteries -- from the odds to the payoffs. See more »

Hooray, you’ve won the lottery! Sayonara cash-strapped days, hello multimillion-dollar payout! Can you manage to hang on to your winnings, or will you become a lottery loser? See more »