I have a personal story tied to today’s feature.  On this date in 2003, the Columbia space shuttle disintegrated upon reëntry, killing all seven astronauts on board.  Let me tell you my personal story.  I had won a special evening out at an auction, and we had to use it before it expired.  My husband and I didn’t always enjoy […]

Today’s feature is fairly bittersweet.  On  this date in 1957, Laika became the first dog in space.  She was launched by the Soviets in Sputnik 2, and she was provided with enough food and water to last for ten days.  Her trip was to be a one-way trip.  Nothing was known about what happens when one reenters the atmosphere.  It […]

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