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Fast Company's Design section takes a look at street art that reclaims space from Google Maps. via Fast Company.

Fast Company's Design section covers a range of topics including innovative products, branding updates, architectural projects, and industry trends across various sectors like technology, fashion, and urban planning. via The source of this content is Fast Company.

The Mars Curiosity rover recently sent back images of what looks like a dry stream bed.

A reader asks the Magnificent Bastard about the lack of posts, and the MB blames it on "replacement refs, abundant tee times, and excessive MB Cocktail indulgence." via Magnificent Bastard

John Cassidy analyzes President Obama's UN speech defending free speech in light of a controversial anti-Muslim video and resulting violence, comparing his stance to European laws against hate speech. via The source of this content is The New Yorker.

A bra top spotted on the streets sparks a conversation about unique fashion statements. via STREETFSN

Cool Material posted examples of black and white (and one color) prints featuring quotes from famous authors like Hemingway and Oscar Wilde. via Cool Material

John Cassidy explores an eight-step scenario for how Mitt Romney could still win the 2012 presidential election despite trailing in the polls. via The New Yorker

NPR's Fresh Air reviews *Hurricane Season in Brooklyn*, a new album from Analog Players Society that blends international music, African rhythms, and reggae influences. via NPR

Inaccurate historical claims made by conservative politicians are compiled with a request for readers to contribute similar gaffes from liberals. via Freakonomics.

John Cassidy reviews President Obama and Mitt Romney's 2012 '60 Minutes' interviews, contrasting their approaches and highlighting Romney's policy defenses.

This comic uses humor to show the pitfalls of approaching chess strategy with pure logic instead of experience.

via xkcd