E-CNY

E-CNY

SHANGHAI, CHINA - JANUARY 1, 2026 - Bank of China E-CNY wallet, gold bar, and abacus, Shanghai, China on January 1, 2026.

E-CNY

E-CNY

SHANGHAI, CHINA - JANUARY 1, 2026 - Bank of China E-CNY wallet, gold bar, and abacus, Shanghai, China on January 1, 2026.

Monetary Finance

Monetary Finance

SHANGHAI, CHINA - AUGUST 24, 2025 - A illustration photo shows metal abacus, coins and magnifying glasses in Shanghai, China on August 24, 2025.

Monetary Finance

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SHANGHAI, CHINA - AUGUST 24, 2025 - A illustration photo shows metal abacus, coins and magnifying glasses in Shanghai, China on August 24, 2025.

Monetary Finance

Monetary Finance

SHANGHAI, CHINA - AUGUST 24, 2025 - A illustration photo shows metal abacus, coins and magnifying glasses in Shanghai, China on August 24, 2025.

Monetary Finance

Monetary Finance

SHANGHAI, CHINA - AUGUST 24, 2025 - A illustration photo shows metal abacus, coins and magnifying glasses in Shanghai, China on August 24, 2025.

Monetary Finance

Monetary Finance

SHANGHAI, CHINA - AUGUST 24, 2025 - A illustration photo shows metal abacus, coins and magnifying glasses in Shanghai, China on August 24, 2025.

Monetary Finance

Monetary Finance

SHANGHAI, CHINA - AUGUST 24, 2025 - A illustration photo shows metal abacus, coins and magnifying glasses in Shanghai, China on August 24, 2025.

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

(240120) -- BANDUNG, Jan. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Contestants compete in the Third Indonesia "Shenmo Cup" International Abacus Mental Arithmetic Competition in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, Jan. 20, 2024. The event kicked off on Saturday with nearly 200 children competing in this year's competition. (Xinhua/Ma Ning)

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

(240120) -- BANDUNG, Jan. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Contestants warm up before the Third Indonesia "Shenmo Cup" International Abacus Mental Arithmetic Competition in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, Jan. 20, 2024. The event kicked off on Saturday with nearly 200 children competing in this year's competition. (Xinhua/Ma Ning)

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

(240120) -- BANDUNG, Jan. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Contestants compete in the Third Indonesia "Shenmo Cup" International Abacus Mental Arithmetic Competition in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, Jan. 20, 2024. The event kicked off on Saturday with nearly 200 children competing in this year's competition. (Xinhua/Ma Ning)

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

(240120) -- BANDUNG, Jan. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- This photo taken on Jan. 20, 2024 shows the awards ceremony of the Third Indonesia "Shenmo Cup" International Abacus Mental Arithmetic Competition in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia. The event kicked off on Saturday with nearly 200 children competing in this year's competition. (Xinhua/Ma Ning)

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

(240120) -- BANDUNG, Jan. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Children perform during the Third Indonesia "Shenmo Cup" International Abacus Mental Arithmetic Competition in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, Jan. 20, 2024. The event kicked off on Saturday with nearly 200 children competing in this year's competition. (Xinhua/Ma Ning)

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-SHENMO CUP-ABACUS MENTAL ARITHMETIC COMPETITION

(240120) -- BANDUNG, Jan. 20, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Contestants compete in the Third Indonesia "Shenmo Cup" International Abacus Mental Arithmetic Competition in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia, Jan. 20, 2024. The event kicked off on Saturday with nearly 200 children competing in this year's competition. (Xinhua/Ma Ning)

CHINA-BEIJING-DAILY LIFE-CAT CAFE (CN)

CHINA-BEIJING-DAILY LIFE-CAT CAFE (CN)

(230621) -- BEIJING, June 21, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Cat Yalu crouches near an abacus at Gudaomaone cat cafe in Xiaojuer Hutong of the Nanluoguxiang neighborhood in Beijing, capital of China, on June 19, 2023. In recent years, cat cafes have experienced a surge in popularity across major Chinese cities, attracting a growing number of cat lovers. One of these establishments, Gudaomaone (Frolics with Cats), is owned and operated by a woman nicknamed Yu Xiaomao (Kitten Yu) in Xiaojuer Hutong of Beijing's Nanluoguxiang neighborhood. Visitors to this cafe can indulge in coffee, sugary snacks, and, most importantly, the delightful and furry company of cats. Within the cafe's walls live 37 cats, each with their unique appearance and personality. Among them, Zhaocai (Fortune), a short-haired American tabby, stands out as the only one wearing a collar because of an early accident. In 2017, Zhaocai was taken away by a stranger outside the cafe, prompting Yu Xiaomao to exhaust all available resources, both online and offl

Primary school students make world's longest 'soroban'

Primary school students make world's longest 'soroban'

ONO, Japan - Primary school students in Ono, Hyogo Prefecture, have made the world's longest traditional Japanese 'soroban' or abacus. The 10.1-meter calculator was recognized by the Guinness Book of Records.

18-year-old becomes Japan's permanent champ

18-year-old becomes Japan's permanent champ

TOKYO, Japan - Hiroaki Tsuchiya, 18, becomes Japan's permanent champion under sponsorship of the League of Japan Abacus Associations.

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-ABACUS-SHOWCASE

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-ABACUS-SHOWCASE

(221204) -- BANDUNG, Dec. 4, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Students participate in an abacus showcase activity in Bandung, Indonesia, on Dec. 4, 2022. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-ABACUS-SHOWCASE

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-ABACUS-SHOWCASE

(221204) -- BANDUNG, Dec. 4, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Students participate in an abacus showcase activity in Bandung, Indonesia, on Dec. 4, 2022. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-ABACUS-SHOWCASE

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-ABACUS-SHOWCASE

(221204) -- BANDUNG, Dec. 4, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Students participate in an abacus showcase activity in Bandung, Indonesia, on Dec. 4, 2022. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-ABACUS-SHOWCASE

INDONESIA-BANDUNG-ABACUS-SHOWCASE

(221204) -- BANDUNG, Dec. 4, 2022 (Xinhua) -- A student participates in an abacus showcase activity in Bandung, Indonesia, on Dec. 4, 2022. (Photo by Septianjar Muharam/Xinhua)

Abacus mental math skill welcomed as beneficial for learning in Nigeria

STORY: Abacus mental math skill welcomed as beneficial for learning in Nigeria DATELINE: July 4, 2022 LENGTH: 00:02:07 LOCATION: Abuja CATEGORY: EDUCATION SHOTLIST: 1. various of Abacus math competition being organized 2. various of kids solving complex math problems with abacus 3. various of the competition 4. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): SHIRLEY BEN, Principal of Abacus training school 5. various of kids solving math problems 6. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): SHIRLEY BEN, Principal of Abacus training school 7. various of kids displaying trophies at the competition 8. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): KIKE DAVID, Parent 9. various of parents and stakeholders at the event 10. SOUNDBITE 4 (English): ROBERTA IDE, School proprietress 11. various of kids performing STORYLINE: As a final of an abacus mental math competition was held recently in the southern Nigerian city of Port Harcourt, the skill has been welcomed as highly beneficial for learning locally. During the competition, Shirley Ben, principal of an abacus training school,

NIGERIA-PORT HARCOURT-ABACUS MENTAL MATH-COMPETITION

NIGERIA-PORT HARCOURT-ABACUS MENTAL MATH-COMPETITION

(220619) -- PORT HARCOURT, June 19, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Students take part in an abacus mental math competition in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, on June 18, 2022. (Photo by Joshua Johnson/Xinhua)

NIGERIA-PORT HARCOURT-ABACUS MENTAL MATH-COMPETITION

NIGERIA-PORT HARCOURT-ABACUS MENTAL MATH-COMPETITION

(220619) -- PORT HARCOURT, June 19, 2022 (Xinhua) -- An award winning student poses for a photo at an abacus mental math competition in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, on June 18, 2022. (Photo by Joshua Johnson/Xinhua)

NIGERIA-PORT HARCOURT-ABACUS MENTAL MATH-COMPETITION

NIGERIA-PORT HARCOURT-ABACUS MENTAL MATH-COMPETITION

(220619) -- PORT HARCOURT, June 19, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Students take part in an abacus mental math competition in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, on June 18, 2022. (Photo by Joshua Johnson/Xinhua)

Xinjiang, My home: Truck driver works hard for family

STORY: Xinjiang, My home: Truck driver works hard for family DATELINE: March 18, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:58 LOCATION: URUMQI, China CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of Rashidin Ghupur's family 2. various of Rashidin Ghupur's daily life STORYLINE: Rashidin Ghupur from China's Xinjiang became a truck driver three years ago. Since then, his annual income has tripled. SOUNDBITE (Chinese): RASHIDIN GHUPUR, Truck driver "Hello everyone. I'm Rashidin Ghupur. I became a truck driver three years ago. Since then, my annual income has tripled. I sent my eldest son to a primary school in the county seat. He also attends an after-school class on abacus calculation. His grades have improved significantly. My whole family are very happy. We encourage our kids to do more exercise to build their body. My wife wants to apply for a driving license next year, so that she can pick up our kids from school. I'll continue to work as a truck driver. I wish to go to work happily and come back home safe and sound every day." Xinh

CALCULATORS VIE WITH THE ABACUS

CALCULATORS VIE WITH THE ABACUS==Date:Feb, 1963, Place:JAPAN, (Credit:INTERNATIONAL MOTION PICTURE/Kyodo News Images)

School children learning abacus in Tonga

School children learning abacus in Tonga

Photo taken in June 2015 shows elementary school students using abacus in the Tongan capital of Nuku'alofa. Japanese Crown Prince Naruhito and Crown Princess Masako arrived in the South Pacific island nation on July 3 to attend the coronation of its new king. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Primary school students make world's longest 'soroban'

Primary school students make world's longest 'soroban'

ONO, Japan - Primary school students in Ono, Hyogo Prefecture, have made the world's longest traditional Japanese 'soroban' or abacus. The 10.1-meter calculator was recognized by the Guinness Book of Records. (Kyodo)

Citizen, Microsoft co-develop wristwatch to display news

Citizen, Microsoft co-develop wristwatch to display news

TOKYO, Japan - Citizen Watch Co. and Microsoft Corp. have co-developed the Abacus Smart Watch 2006, a new generation of wristwatch capable of displaying the U.S. firm's MSN Direct news and stock quotes sent via FM radio waves, Citizen officials said June 14. (Kyodo)

Merchant holding soroban,an abacus

Merchant holding soroban,an abacus

A man with a top-knot calculates figures on his abacus. In front of him is an old-fashioned account book and a writing tool box is by his side. A drawer is placed in the background.==Date:Middle Meiji, Place:unknown, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number16‐14‐0]

A mercer

A mercer

The man in the far right corner seems to be writing in an account book. Men holding an abacus, ruler, and textile samples are in front of the accountant. This does not seem to be a fabric shop. The men are probably travelling salesmen taking orders from customers. A large bundle with products is visible on the right side.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:Usui Shuzaburo, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number94‐27‐0]

An antique shop

An antique shop

A clerk holding an abacus in an antique shop haggles with a customer with his hand over a brazier. Sets of armour, Buddhist utensils, scrolls and coloured porcelain pots are visible on the tatami mats.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number90‐16‐0]

A mercer

A mercer

A shop attendant is showing woven fabrics. Bolts of fabric are visible in the back, and a man is using an abacus. A brush is on his left ear, probably to write figures in his account book.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number89‐17‐0]

A pottery shop

A pottery shop

The three children in front may be the shopowner's offspring while the boy using the abacus is an apprentice. Tea cups are piled up in front and back. Large plates are visible under the eaves.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number83‐11‐0]

A wife holding an abacus and her mother-in-law sewing

A wife holding an abacus and her mother-in-law sewing

A living room in a merchant's house. The mother-in-law wearing reading glasses is engaged in needle work while her daughter-in-law is using an abacus to keep accounts. A household kamidana shrine is visible on top of the paulownia chest-of-drawers in the back.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:R. Stillfried, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number78‐95‐0]

A wife holding an abacus and her mother-in-law sewing

A wife holding an abacus and her mother-in-law sewing

A living room in a merchant's house. The mother-in-law wearing reading glasses is engaged in needle work while her daughter-in-law is using an abacus to keep accounts. A household kamidana shrine is visible on top of the paulownia chest-of-drawers in the back.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:R. Stillfried, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number76‐38‐0]

Packing tea

Packing tea

This seems to be a scene of a family packing tea leaves for shipment. They are using winnows to pour tea leaves into straw bags. The man holding an abacus is most likely the family patriarch.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number69‐77‐0]

A secondhand shop

A secondhand shop

Secondhand dealers traded anything from daily necessities to curios and antiques. Highly valuable objects like swords, sets of armour, weapons and porcelain jars are depicted in this photograph. The shop owner is wearing a haori coat and is using an abacus. This is typical attire for a merchant.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:unknown, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number51‐10‐0]

A mercer

A mercer

A customer examines bolts of cloth. The clerk makes a calculation on an abacus. The man behind the lattice divider may be the shopowner. Woven fabrics are hanging on the wall.==Date:unknown, Place:unknown, Photo:Tamamura Kozaburo, (Credit:Nagasaki University Library/Kyodo News Images) [Cabinet Number48‐46‐0]

Abacus competition in Japan

Abacus competition in Japan

Children calculate during an abacus competition in Yokosuka, home to the headquarters of the U.S. Navy in Japan, near Tokyo, on March 29, 2018. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Season's 1st green tea leaves auction held in Shizuoka

Season's 1st green tea leaves auction held in Shizuoka

A tea market staff member (2nd from R) holding an abacus mediates negotiations between a buyer and a seller during the first auction of the season's new green tea leaves in central Japan's Shizuoka city on April 24, 2017. About 1,734 kilograms of tea grown in Shizuoka Prefecture were traded on this day, with rare hand-rolled tea leaves fetching as high as 1.08 million yen per kg and machine-rolled tea as much as 88,800 yen per kg. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Season's 1st green tea leaves auction held in Shizuoka

Season's 1st green tea leaves auction held in Shizuoka

A tea market staff member (R) holding an abacus mediates negotiations with a buyer during the first auction of the season's new green tea leaves in central Japan's Shizuoka city on April 24, 2017. About 1,734 kilograms of tea grown in Shizuoka Prefecture were traded on the day, with rare hand-rolled tea leaves fetching as high as 1.08 million yen per kg and machine-rolled tea as much as 88,800 yen per kg. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo