Indonesian Lottery
A lottery is a game of chance in which numbers are drawn to win a prize. It can be played by anyone who has the money to buy tickets. The winnings are often very large and can be used for many purposes. There are several different types of lotteries. The most popular ones include the USA Powerball and Mega Millions. There is also the European Euromillions game. Many Indonesians buy tickets online.
Indonesia is a country that has a great nightlife and exotic lifestyle. This makes it a place that attracts people from all over the world. However, the government has strict laws and punishments for people who gamble in this country. They can also face jail time if they are caught gambling. This is why many people choose to play in private. They hide their gambling habits from the authorities and play in foreign websites.
In response to a wave of Muslim protests, the government has revoked the extension permit of the state-sponsored lottery, called Philanthropic Donation with Prizes or SDSB. Social Affairs Minister Endang Inten Suweno announced this at a meeting with parliamentarians. The decision was a surprise, since the lottery has been in operation for more than 25 years.
The unnamed mastermind behind the 2005 Bali Nine drug trafficking plot is living the high life in Sydney, Australia. He reportedly won $5 million in the Australian lottery and escaped conviction. His lucky win has put a halt to the legal challenge from two of his former conspirators, Andrew Chan and Myuran Sukumaran, who are scheduled to be executed this month in Indonesia.