The Edmonton Oilers hosted Canada’s only NHL game on the night of the shooting at Canada’s Parliament. So the normally routine singing of the national anthem took on special significance.

Bundle up and get ready for my winter-themed trivia night at Bell House in Gowanus, Brooklyn. Come test your knowledge of winter-themed TV & movie scenes, cold weather sports & activities, happenings around NYC, food, beverage and much more! Don’t miss out - it’s my final trivia event of 2014. Check out TrivWorks for more information. You can buy your tickets here.

A well-executed Gatorade ad released today has Derek Jeter on a farewell walk through the Bronx.

Over the years, we’ve documented many humorous name misspellings at the hands of Starbucks baristas. Now we may finally know the truth behind why even the simplest names get bungled.

Comedian Jena Kingsley informs Central Park visitors that they’ve stepped into a “No Selfie” zone.

We’re making some changes to the site this month to become more friendly to mobile browsers. In the meantime, PatsPicks.com for Pat’s favorite stories.

GQ has a barbershop in Barclay’s Center. They asked Pat to get his hair cut. And talk.

Before the 4th of July comes the 1st of July. Happy Canada Day! Click to see Pat’s list of ideas for New Yorkers to celebrate Canada’s birthday.

Is this McDonald’s commercial the best World Cup ad ever?