Life Mega Millions is up to $1.55B. No one is winning, so why do we keep playing the lottery? August 8, 2023August 8, 2023 Charles Trepany, USA TODAY Comments Off on Mega Millions is up to $1.55B. No one is winning, so why do we keep playing the lottery? People across the country have lined up to play for the Mega Millions jackpot; but, buying lottery tickets can also cost your mental health.