A dirigible is a powered, steerable, lighter-than-air aircraft commonly known as an airship, It can be navigated independently through the air rather than just drifting with the wind.
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September 24, 2026
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On This Day
1869 - Thousands of businessmen were financially ruined after a panic on Wall Street. The panic was caused by an attempt to corner the gold market by Jay Gould and James Fisk.
Fact of the Day
Germany charges a 25¢ deposit on every single-use beverage bottle and can and gets 98% of them back, the highest return rate of any deposit policy in the world.
Nature Oddities
Beavers, who can hold their breath for up to 15 minutes under water, have a clear third eyelid that acts like swim goggles to protect their eyes.
Food and Drink
When cheesecake was first invented, it was made with wheat flour, goat cheese and honey.