Puzzle 1

Developed wings and flew too close to the sun

Dark or badly lit place; feeling pessimistic

Sandy flat floor of a __; basin that is dry

"Volcanic" chocolate cake, souffle like

Fiat sports car named after an arachnid

HTML: HyperText __ Language

Meryl __, one of the greatest actresses in the US

__ flaw, trait that leads to protagonist's downfall

Meghan __ married Prince Harry

__ Boat Festival, China's Double Fifth celebration

This fast bird simply said "beep, beep," Road __

Livestock food made from plants; cheap resources

__ straw, perfect for hat-making

Papier-mâché animal containing sweets

__ snapper is a large red fish with huge teeth

St Jude, patron saint of lost __

Trophies given at the Academy Awards

Criminal __, also known as an indictment