They prove last year wasn't a total disaster
Push away the thought of that negative headline you read for just a moment. Much of the news in 2018 was bad: horrible crimes, new viral outbreaks, natural disasters, the passing of legends... what about the good stuff that happened? With the benefit of hindsight, we can look back and recognise all the awesome things that happened last year. Here are some inspiring and positive stories from 2018 that deserve to be remembered as we look forward to more light and kindness this year. They're also uplifting to read whenever you're feeling down.
7. Footballer donates entire World Cup winnings to charity
After the World Cup finals, France supporters had more than the victory to be proud of. One of the team’s most talented players, nineteen-year-old Kylian Mbappe, announced that he will be donating all US$500,000 plus of his championship winnings to a good cause – Premiers de Cordée, a French charity that offers free sports instruction to hospitalised children and children with disabilities. Even more reason why we admire Kylian Mbappe!
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