The Week in Ads: Microsoft IE9, Paul, Dove Men+Care [Gallery]

A look at some of the most creative and engaging ads from around the Web last week. Highlights include an extra-terrestrial encounter on the IGN homepage, Kittens with jetpacks on The Onion, and, of course, some Saint Patty's Day tributes...

Product / Advertiser: Paul (Universal)
Vertical: Entertainment
Publisher: IGN.com

Product / Advertiser: Internet Explorer 9 (Microsoft)
Vertical: Technology
Publisher: The Onion

Advertiser: Men+Care (Dove)
Vertical: CPG
Publisher: FOX Sports on MSN

Product / Advertiser: Internet Explorer 9 (Microsoft)
Vertical: Technology
Publisher: Yahoo Sports

Product / Advertiser: Subway
Vertical: Quick Service Restaurants
Publisher: The Weather Channel

Product / Advertiser: Acura
Vertical: Automotive
Publisher: Wired

Product / Advertiser: Irish Spring
Vertical: CPG
Publisher: Break.com

Product / Advertiser: Jameson
Vertical: Beverages
Publisher: The Onion

Product / Advertiser: Lexus
Vertical: Automotive
Publisher: Comedy Central

Product / Advertiser: NCAA March Madness
Vertical: Entertainment
Publisher: New York Times

Amara Mastronardi contributed to this story