A massive Powerball win draws attention to a little-known immigrant culture in the US

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Cheng “Charlie” Saephan holds display check above his head after speaking during a news conference where it was revealed that he was one of the winners of the $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot at the Oregon Lottery headquarters on Monday, April 29, 2024, in Salem, Ore. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane) SALEM, Ore. - Cheng "Charlie" Saephan wore a broad smile and a bright blue sash emblazoned with the words "Iu-Mien USA" as he hoisted an oversized check for $1.3 billion above his head. The 46-year-old immigrant’s luck in winning an enormous Powerball jackpot in Oregon earlier this month — a lump sum…

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