The fastest a human has ever been recorded running was Usain Bolt in the 2009 Olympics. Bolt ran the 100-meter dash in an astonishing 9.58 seconds. This equals 27.78 miles per hour, and the record ...

Speed in the animal kingdom comes in many forms, from powerful land sprints to lightning-fast dives beneath the waves. Whether it's in the air, on land, or through water, each species has evolved in ...

Whether on four paws, with fins, or wings, the animal kingdom moves at a rapid pace. Some animals seem to simply ignore the speed limit. But what is actually the fastest animal in the world? A ...