This Gay Week in Review: Zac Efron, Steven Scarborough - In the news this week, Senator Barack Obama finally reached out to the gay community; ABC News lists Chace Crawford and J.C. Chasez on their 10 best bromance countdown; accused murderer Steven Scarborough succeeds with a 'gay panic' defense, protests over the ban on gay blood turn bad in Missouri; and Zac Efron may finally be going gay.   Full Story

Ellen Degeneres and Hillary Clinton Talk Gay Marriage, ‘On the Fence’ Republicans - Kick-starting her appearance on Ellen with a campaign t-shirt touting 'Degeneres/Clinton ‘08', democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton set the tone for her light but topical appearance on the openly gay talk show host’s daytime chat fest.    Full Story

CDC Makes It Official—HIV Infections Up 48% Nationwide - A CDC HIV/AIDS Surveillance Report that was quietly released earlier this week, shows a 'catastrophic' 48% increase in US HIV infections between the years 2005 and 2006.    Full Story

Human Rights Campaign to Host 2008 Campaign College, Train Activists for Election Season - The Human Rights Campaign, the nation’s largest gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender civil rights organization, has announced that it is seeking applications for its 2008 Campaign College, which brings 40 college students to Washington, D.C. every summer for intensive campaign training.   Full Story

Annie Lennox and Carrie Underwood Help 'American Idol' Give Back

Tonight on American Idol there were no eliminations, no back handed compliments from the judges, no cheesy endorsements. It was a night of celebration and inspiration with performances and appearances by Annie Lennox, Carrie Underwood, Snoop Dogg, Heart, Fergie, Brad Pitt, and many more of the most legendary and successful talents in the entertainment business. It was a night when American Idol gave back.  Full Story