While the Falcon has more powerful engines, it is also much more massive than the X-wing. I wonder if the influence of mass on top achievable speed is greater than the influence of 'power' of the engines.

OK, so Timmie falls into the well (again).
"Lassie! Get help!"
Lassie, ever vigilant and faithful, just sits there.

What a horror story.

It's not safe to go alone. Take this Parmesean.

I've heard of "roof rabbit": an euphemistic term for a certain meat source in extremis

waitaminnit. You mean he makes chefs' knives for Conan the Barbarian?

Come on! It's just a Furoshiki with a stick!
http://furoshiki.com/

The plumbing beyond the siphon in the toilet should not be full of water. Instead, the entire area from the 'air pocket' down through the drain pipe normally drains into the sewer line with each flush. The rat would only have a short bit to swim through.

We had a cat that did this. He started out dragging home McDonalds bags and crushed cigarette packs, and then started bringing home gloves, towels and a (clean) cloth diaper. He would be so proud.

Congratulations! Your work lets me see wonders every day!

The "Runaway Red Ball" art installation far surpasses the static version

Haven't read the article, but I wonder if it correlates with 'mirror neurons', which are also deficient in autistic persons.
So, you can check for the ability to 'catch' yawns, and direct those people to business and finance, I suppose.

The 'Hundred Wonders' includes a fascinating story about the "Sourtoe Cocktail". Be sure not to miss it.

I love his Klingon cosplay!