Puzzle 1

More explosive than bullets of same caliber

Solar __, flashes of brightness on Sun's surface

Wheel has grooved rim used within a lifting system

Paul McCartney's fashion designer daughter

__ Le Pen, was French National Front head (female)

Picturesque Thai island loved by backpackers

French "Incredible Sulk" footballer, Nicolas __

Islam worship site

Greek god of the sun, light, music, and healing

Prodigious individual with autism

Caffeinated drink also popular ice cream flavor

Wall paintings, e.g. those painted by Diego Rivera

Mark Twain created The Adventures of Tom __

Non-stop; without interruptions

Harass with small persistent acts

Roman politician assassinated Caesar, Et tu?

To steer a ship into shallower waters