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Today on CNN10: We'll jump back to 1960 to learn how two canine cosmonauts helped pave the way for mankind to reach the stars, before getting an update on a pivotal social media trial kicking off this week that could have huge implications for Facebook and Instagram. Plus, we'll learn why chess is enjoying a surge in popularity in the age of e-sports. All this and more on today's CNN10!