Yesterday, protesters from activist groups including ACT UP, Africa Action, Global Access Project and Housing Works gathered outside the St. Regis Hotel to protest what they said was President Obama's "broken promises on global AIDS funding." Twenty people were taken into custody and eight were arrested. more ›

Today is World AIDS Day, and while there are many events planned around the city, there is currently a 24-hour vigil at City Hall, with volunteers reading of the names of people who had been lost to HIV or AIDS at City Hall. And just now, during Mayor Bloomberg annual breakfast at Gracie Mansion in honor World AIDS Day, 10 Housing Works activists were arrested for protesting outside. more ›