Lucas might sue laser makers because of its similarity to a light saber

If you are interested in marketing a hand-held laser, don't make it look too much like a Star Wars light saber or George Lucas will be after you. That's what's happened to one company which unveiled such a device. Don't even think of creating a faster-than-light spaceship, or he's going to get his lawyers on you as well.

Keeping on the subject of Star Wars for a moment, you are probably familiar with the famous movie poster for it. What you might not know is that it was created by the famous Hildebrandt brothers. They tell the story behind the iconic image in this interesting, but brief, article.

One last Star Wars link to dump on you before I go. This one is a highly amusing video of ewok karaoke. It sounds like a fun activity to do at your next party, but be sure that everyone is liquoured up first. Hilarity is guaranteed.