That’s the news, folks. You can’t make this stuff up. I just read on Reality TV World that former Chaotic star and music diva Britney Spears is donating 170 personal items to help needy children. The December 4th online auction will be run by Christie’s and include such exciting items as a junior high school paper she wrote that earned her an 88. The proceeds will benefit the Britney Spears Foundation.

Meanwhile, the latest Brit news is her recent run in with photographers, as she provided a panty-less flash that was quickly snapped and distributed online. With her recent split from K-fed, she’s been seen running about with Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan painting the town—and doing it without underwear, apparently. Check it online, if you dare.

Just a thought—maybe she’s auctioning her panties to help the needy?