Mega Millions jackpot soars to $900 million, 8th-largest in game’s history

By Lily Hautau, CNN (CNN) — The Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday night’s drawing has climbed to $900 million, the eighth-largest jackpot in the game’s history. Winners can choose between a $415.3 million lump-sum payout or an annuity paid over 30 years, with one immediate payment followed by 29 annual installments that increase by 5%