Monkeys in Space
The first two monkeys to survive a round-trip to space were “Able” and “Miss Baker.” The pair was sent beyond Earth’s atmosphere on May 28, 1959. NASA began using chimpanzees afterwards. “Ham” was the first chimp sent to space. His trip took a little over sixteen minutes and happened January 31, 1961.
Death of an Icon
Marilyn Monroe’s tragic and untimely death in August of 1962 was in stark contrast to her shining ... more
Heard It in a Love Song
“For a whole year I used an excuse not to have to sing it…I didn't want to record that song. ... more
