An interesting discussion. :-)
http://www.madsci.org/posts/archives/apr2002/1017882364.As.r.html
Too late - I've falsified the Big Bang theory. See, the blades on my lawnmower spin counterclockwise, whereas my toilet swirls clockwise. I'm sure the folks in Stockholm will be contacting me any day now with my flight and hotel information, but don't worry - I'll still remember all of you, the little people, once I'm famous for this...