Many of you know the Australian superstar because of her hit songs including "Locomotion" and "Can't get you out of my head". Or maybe you know her because she is just awesome. Kylie Minogue may as well be placed in the dictionary next to charity. She has done so much to raise awareness for breast cancer, AIDS research through AmFAR, Children in Need, and more.
Kylie is a breast cancer survivor herself. In 2005 she was diagnosed with breast cancer, but she has received successful treatment to rid herself of the disease that affects so many. Her charitable donations began well before her diagnosis. After she publicly announced her diagnosis, cancer screenings in the UK went up a third. "I know a lot of women went for screenings after my announcement," Kylie says, "and a lot of people came up to me and said I saved them. Of course I didn't - but it made them go and get checked."
In 2010, she joined forces with Robbie Williams, Elton John, and the Scissor Sisters to have a breast cancer charity concert. She has truly become an inspiration and has helped many through difficult times. There are definitely good people in the world and Kylie Minogue is one of them!
Thank you Kylie! The Good World News team is jamming out to your music :)
Peace & Love,
Jon
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Alicia Keys undoubtedly has one of the most beautiful voices on the planet, but she really inspired the Raleigh, NC crowd when she told everyone that they each have an important voice by voting. Hundreds came out to Chavis Park in downtown Raleigh, NC to see Alicia Keys and turn in their early vote.
The Grammy winner stated that Obama won North Carolina few votes in 2008 which shows that every single person can make a difference. Alicia is a great role model for so many individuals. Everyone really appreciated a busy celebrity taking the time to speak to a crowd and encourage them to show their voice and vote!
After Alicia's speech, downtown Raleigh was Fired Up and Ready to Go!!!
Thank you Alicia Keys for coming to Raleigh and inspiring everyone! It is really appreciated.
Peace & Love,
Jon
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"Hallelujer!!" is exactly what Madea would say in this good news. This isn't the movies though, and Tyler Perry isn't playing the Madea role. This is real life and Tyler Perry just made someone very very very happy.
On September 30th, 2012, a $60,000 specialty equipped van was stolen from Alicia Day's house in Dekalb County, GA. Alicia is a 24 year old with cerebral palsy who uses a wheel chair for mobility. Even though she has a disability, she doesn't let that put her down - She told Alanta's Channel 2 Action News that she prides herself on trying her best to be independent and working as a part time greeter at Home Depot.
Minutes after the van was reported stolen on the news, Tyler Perry called the news station and said that he wanted to give Alicia Day a brand new van.
Alicia was in shock when she received the phone call with Tyler Perry. “My mouth just dropped to the floor when I heard his voice", she said. Alicia's father was flabbergasted as well when he picked up the phone. He said, "Excuse me, who do you want to talk to? Who is this now?,' Day’s mother said.
Home Depot stepped it up as well. They donated $5,000 to help Alicia with medical expenses and she gets to meet the president of Home Depot!
Peace & Love,
Jon
-The Good World News