When it comes to superheroes, the animal kingdom has long been a source of inspiration for origin stories, special powers, ...

On June 14, 1949, a rhesus monkey named Albert II was launched into space aboard a V-2 rocket from White Sands, New Mexico.

Long before mankind made its journey beyond Earth, several animals were sent into space as early explorers. Creatures like flies, monkeys, and dogs, helped scientists gather vital information, laying ...