In a continued effort to bring you all that is important in the world of gay entertainment and ensure that you are being spoon-fed images of gorgeous, commoditized manflesh, we present the newly-minted AfterElton Briefs. Following the usual assortment of carefully-selected news items, interested readers can find a refreshing pic of a hot man in underwear after the jump. Yes, we're serious.

• Here's a a fun backstage interview with NPH about his now-legendary Harold and Kumar unicorn poster.

• Heath Ledger's death has officially been ruled an accident, which is of course no less a tragedy. The actor died from what was called an "abuse of prescription medications" for pain and anxiety.

• An ad by a conservative Christian group in the UK that reads "GAY AIM: ABOLISH THE FAMILY" has been ruled offensive by the Advertising Standards Authority. Um, yathink?

• Actor Marcus Patrick chats with Queerty.com including dancing at gay bars and whether his spread in Playgirl cost him acting jobs

• The Department of Justice decides to join the 21st century and recognize their gay employees. This means they can now use public bulletin boards, email and meeting rooms. Sadly, they still have to shower separately and must provide decorations for all holiday-themed parties.

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